Supervisor / Team Lead – Automotive Quality

Cardinal Staffing Services; Delta Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Health benefits

Vision benefits

PTO

Retirement plan

Recruiter support

Job summary

Cardinal Staffing is seeking a dependable Supervisor / Team Lead to oversee sorting, inspection, and rework in an automotive manufacturing facility near Lansing, MI. You will coordinate employees, prepare workstations, and ensure safe, accurate workmanship according to customer requirements.

This hands-on leadership position requires a high school diploma, 3+ years supervisory experience, and the ability to lift up to 35 pounds.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree preferred.
• Three years of supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience in automotive manufacturing preferred.
• Availability for overtime, weekends, early arrivals, and occasional coverage into 2nd shift.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 35 pounds.
• Basic math skills and the ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to explain procedures clearly.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently.
• Experience with Microsoft Office preferred.
• Reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee containment, sorting, inspection, and rework at assigned stations.
• Direct employees and communicate work instructions clearly.
• Coordinate shift start activities and paperwork.
• Complete end-of-shift duties including auditing time sheets and relaying information to the next shift.
• Provide on-the-job training when new work instructions apply.
• Lead by example and maintain clean, organized work areas.
• Ensure employees follow health and safety policies and procedures.
• Immediately report accidents, incidents, and policy violations to a supervisor or manager.
• Provide management with input regarding employee performance.
• Participate in and support health and safety initiatives.

Skills

Supervisory leadership

Automotive manufacturing

Team coordination

English fluency

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Supervisor / Team Lead – Automotive Quality

Location: Lansing, MI – Bridgewater facility and Lansing-area assignments.
Schedule: 1st shift, Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–4:00 PM; weekends as needed. Must be available to arrive early or occasionally provide coverage into 2nd shift.
Pay Rate: $22–$24 per hour, depending on experience.
Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Role

Cardinal Staffing is seeking a dependable, organized Supervisor / Team Lead to oversee sorting, inspection, and rework assignments within an automotive manufacturing facility. This hands‑on leadership role involves coordinating employees, preparing workstations, maintaining accurate paperwork, and ensuring work is completed safely and according to customer requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee containment, sorting, inspection, and rework activities at assigned tables or workstations.
• Direct employees, communicate work instructions clearly, and account for all personnel assigned to each job.
• Coordinate shift start activities, including workstation requirements, paperwork, tools, and materials.
• Complete end‑of‑shift duties, including auditing paperwork and time sheets and communicating necessary information to the next shift’s Team Lead.
• Provide on‑the‑job training when new work instructions apply.
• Lead by example and maintain clean, organized work areas.
• Ensure employees follow company health and safety policies and procedures.
• Immediately report accidents, incidents, and policy or procedure violations to a supervisor or manager.
• Provide management with input regarding employee performance.
• Participate in and support all health and safety initiatives.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or higher preferred.
• Three years of supervisory experience preferred.
• Previous experience in automotive manufacturing preferred.
• Availability for overtime, weekends, early arrivals, and occasional coverage into 2nd shift.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 35 pounds in a manufacturing environment.
• Basic math skills and the ability to follow instructions and complete assigned tasks.
• Ability to explain procedures and instruct others clearly and precisely.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently.
• Experience with Microsoft Office products preferred.
• Reliable transportation required.

Required Training and Selection Process

Candidates offered the position must attend and complete two days of mandatory training before starting their assigned shift. Candidates cannot begin the assignment without completing this training and must have reliable transportation to attend. Qualified candidates must submit an updated resume for management review. Interviews will be scheduled for candidates selected following that review.

Why Work with Us?

• Competitive weekly pay
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription benefits
• Health and wellness programs, including EAP
• Sick time, PTO, and retirement savings, where applicable
• Dedicated recruiter support and employee advocacy

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