Team Lead 1st shift

OP Mobility; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

OPmobility is seeking a Production Lead to guide a dynamic team in a fast-paced automotive manufacturing setting. You will drive daily goals for safety, quality, and on-time delivery, while mentoring staff on work instructions and standards.

Requirements include a high school diploma (post-secondary a plus) and prior manufacturing experience in JIT/JIS environments. Strong communication and leadership are essential in a role that emphasizes 5S, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma required; post-secondary education is a plus.
• Experience: Previous manufacturing experience in JIT/JIS environments preferred.
• Skills: Strong communication, organizational skills, and ability to lead by example.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support production teams to meet daily goals for safety, quality, and delivery.
• Train and mentor team members on work instructions and quality standards.
• Inspect parts and ensure compliance with customer and company requirements.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members to resolve issues quickly.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient work environment (5S principles).
• Assist with scheduling breaks, implementing rotation plans, and tracking production metrics.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Lean manufacturing

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma

Post-secondary education

Job description

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Ready to take on meaningful challenges and shape the next generation of mobility?

Joining OPmobility means stepping into a global group with a purpose to keep people and goods moving safely, smarter, and sustainably everywhere.

Department: Industrial Operations

Why Join Us?

Step into a leadership role where your skills make a real impact. As aProduction Lead, you’ll guide a dynamic team in a fast-paced automotive manufacturing environment. If you’re passionate about safety, quality, and efficiency, this is your chance to lead and grow.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and support production teams to meet daily goals for safety, quality, and delivery.
• Train and mentor team members on work instructions and quality standards.
• Inspect parts and ensure compliance with customer and company requirements.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members to resolve issues quickly.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient work environment (5S principles).
• Assist with scheduling breaks, implementing rotation plans, and tracking production metrics.

What We’re Looking For

• Education:High school diploma required; post‑secondary education is a plus.
• Experience:Previous manufacturing experience in JIT/JIS environments preferred.
• Skills:Strong communication, organizational skills, and ability to lead by example.
• Certifications:Forklift experience is an asset.
• Knowledge:Familiarity with IATF 16949, ISO 14001, and Lean Manufacturing principles is a plus.

Physical & Work Environment

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs throughout the shift.
• Comfortable working in a non-climate-controlled environment with varying temperatures.
• Must adhere to all safety protocols and wear PPE.

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Opportunities for growth and development.
• A culture built on safety, collaboration, and excellence.

At OPmobility, people truly matter. We are committed to building inclusive teams, promoting diversity and equality, and ensuring that every application is considered fairly - because the future of mobility is built by diverse perspectives, bold ideas, and people who dare to move forward.

Innovation is therefore not a buzzword, but a natural part of everyday work. You’ll grow in an international environment where cutting‑edge technologies, industrial excellence, and real‑world impact come together to tackle the challenges of tomorrow’s automotive industry.

Founded in 1946 by Pierre Burelle, OPmobility, known until 2024 as Plastic Omnium, has transformed itself into a player in sustainable and connected mobility. Today, OPmobility develops technological solutions across four areas of expertise: exterior and lighting systems, the integration of complex modules, technologies related to energy storage, hydrogen and electrification, and a division dedicated to the development of embedded software and digital solutions.

With €11.5 billion in revenue in 2025, 152 factories, 40 R&D centers, and nearly 38,100 employees across 28 countries, OPmobility combines global scale with local impact. All driven by a shared ambition to accelerate the automotive energy transition.