Team Lead, Assembly

WKW North America; Pell City (AL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

WKW North America in Pell City, AL is seeking a Production Lead to coordinate and support daily production activities. You will train team members on machine operation, ensure adherence to standard work and PPE requirements, and drive quality, safety and efficiency on the line.

The role requires at least 1 year of leadership and manufacturing experience, with strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills. Ability to work overtime and collaborate across teams is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of leadership experience preferred.
• 1 year of manufacturing experience required.

Responsibilities

• Lead shift start meetings and plan daily work for production.
• Coordinate changeovers to maximize uptime and productivity.
• Ensure quality and safety by following procedures and PPE requirements.
• Maintain 5-S housekeeping and prepare end-of-shift reports.
• Support supervisors and participate in audits as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Computer/data entry

Interpersonal communication

Problem solving

Measurement tools

Overtime willingness

QMS knowledge

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Protractors

Squares

Feeler gauges

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: WKW Main Plant - Pell City, AL 35125, Salary Range: $18.50 - $18.50 Hourly, This position coordinates and supports production activities, maintains quality standards, ensures compliance with standard work procedures and PPE requirements, and trains team members to support safe and efficient operations.

Duties to include but not limited to:

• Lead team meetings at start of shift.
• Plan, prioritize and review the daily work of employees responsible for production.
• Foster a, disciplined, productive and collaborative work and production
  environment.
• Coordinate changeovers to maximize team members and machine up time.
• Ensure Line clearance between changeovers.
• Responsible for the accomplishment of quality requirements, productivity targets and OEE of shift.
• Provide accurate end of shift reports.
• Ensure that the operators will follow the Standard Work Instructions, and Quality requirements
• Support production and scrap reporting of team members.
• Ensure material needed is present and correct for production.
• Actively participate in teams for problem-solving to reduce or eliminate production constraints.
• Assist in quality investigations
• Keep area clear of non-conforming parts
• Effectively communicate with supervisors and team members.
• Train and instruct team members on machine operation, procedures and inspection practices.
• Responsible for executing plant escalation policy tied to scrap and downtime.
• Support supervisor in daily activities and fill-in for supervisor when absent.
• Participate in audits as required.
• Responsible for supporting the Supervisor in SAP Transactions for all incoming material and exiting of finished goods as required.
• Responsible for supporting the Supervisor in SAP Transactions for non-conforming material.
• Review previous day's performance.
• Validate First Piece and Poke Yoke.
• Review Quality of Parts: Start Up, Breaks, and Changeovers.
• Coach Operators on proper use of Production Boards.
• Fill in for Operators when needed.
• Notify Maintenance of Breakdowns.
• Review Employee Performance with Supervisor/Management.
• Submit any Production reports requested by the Supervisor/Management.
• Critical: Praise Good Performance and Coach below Expected Performance.
• Provide recommendations for disciplinary action to Supervisors through documenting incidents witnessed.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment following 5-S standards.
• Work in safe manner wearing PPE and providing input to team leader/supervisor of any unsafe items or practices.
• Maintain a safe and healthy work environment by complying with all local, state, federal, and company safety policies and procedures.
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Authorization Level:

Able to stop production when quality or safety related issues are present

Qualifications: Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• One year leadership experience required.
• One year of manufacturing experience required.
• 3 years of forklift experience required.

Qualification Requirements:

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to carry out each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and work-related competencies necessary for successful job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Skills and abilities:

• High attention to detail.
• Must have basic computer skills and be able to do data entry using a computer system.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills required.
• Good problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of measuring gages and techniques including calipers, micrometers, protractors, squares, feeler gages and other measuring tools. Ability to use gages or measuring devices, as required.
• Must be able to work overtime as needed during the week and weekends
• Familiar with Quality Management System (QMS) for IATF requirements and Environmental Management System (EMS) for ISO 14001
• The ability to work in a team environment, which includes being self-motivated, accepting responsibilities, completing assigned action items, and participating in a proactive manner in all team events.
• Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, work instructions, maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports. Ability to speak effectively to other Associates of organization.
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent.
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.