Team Lead -Materials /Shipping

Dauch; Rochester (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

AAM is hiring a Team Lead – Materials/Shipping to oversee shipping operations across three shifts, focusing on accurate picking, proper storage, and on‑time shipment of finished goods.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and productivity, with responsibility for coordinating with scheduling, monitoring KPIs, and driving continuous improvement to reduce waste and bottlenecks. Candidate should have automotive manufacturing experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years in an operational role within a manufacturing environment, preferably automotive.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement techniques.
• Strong organizational and planning skills to ensure efficient shipping processes across shifts.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to provide clear instructions.
• Experience with inventory management systems, Microsoft Office, and reporting tools.
• Ability to work effectively across all three shifts, ensuring smooth and efficient shipping operations.
• Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the execution of the shipping process and accurate picking of finished goods.
• Coordinate with scheduling to plan and execute shipments per customer requirements.
• Ensure safety standards are followed and report unsafe conditions.
• Monitor KPIs such as shipping accuracy, on‑time delivery, and productivity.
• Facilitate return of empty containers, per procedures.
• Drive continuous improvement to optimize shipping and reduce waste.
• Identify bottlenecks and resolve issues to maintain operations.
• Generate regular performance reports on shipping processes.
• Support development and refinement of work instructions for material handling and shipping tasks.
• Collaborate with the Material Handling Process Supervisor and Site Lead to align objectives.
• Assist in space analysis and shipping load calculations to optimize storage and operations.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Continuous Improvement

Organizational Skills

Communication

Inventory Management

Microsoft Office

Reporting Tools

Cross-Shift Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Team Leader is responsible for the execution and coordination of operational processes in the shipping area across all three shifts. This role ensures that the procedures and work instructions established by the Material Handling Process are followed effectively. The Team Leader focuses on ensuring the efficient picking, storage, and shipment of finished goods, maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and productivity during their shift.

Job Posting Title

Team Lead -Materials /Shipping

Job Description

Oversee the execution of the shipping process, ensuring the accurate picking of finished goods and storage in designated locations for shipment.

• Coordinate with the scheduling team to ensure shipments are planned and executed efficiently, based on customer and transportation department requirements.
• Ensure adherence to safety standards during all material handling and shipping processes, reporting any unsafe conditions or incidents to the Supervisor.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as shipping accuracy, on‑time delivery, and productivity, and take corrective actions as needed to meet targets.
• Facilitate the return of empty containers from customers, ensuring compliance with established procedures.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to optimize the shipping processes, improve efficiency, and reduce waste.
• Identify and resolve bottlenecks or issues in the shipping process that may disrupt smooth operations.
• Generate regular performance reports on the shipping processes, highlighting any issues or areas for improvement.
• Support the development and refinement of work instructions and procedures for material handling and shipping tasks.
• Collaborate with the TRMF Material Handling Process Supervisor and Site Lead to ensure alignment on operational objectives and to address any challenges related to the shipping process.
• Assist in the development of space analysis and shipping load calculations to optimize storage and shipping operations.

Required Skills and Education

Minimum of 2 years of experience in an operational role within a manufacturing environment, preferably in the automotive industry.

• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement techniques.
• Strong organizational and planning skills to ensure the efficient execution of shipping processes across shifts.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to provide clear instructions and information.
• Experience with inventory management systems, Microsoft Office, and reporting tools.
• Ability to work effectively across all three shifts, ensuring smooth and efficient shipping operations.
• Strong problem‑solving skills to identify and resolve issues in the shipping processes.

Minimum of a High School Diploma or General Equivalent

Candidate will also be required to pass screening, drug test, background and physical.

About AAM

As a leading global Tier 1 Automotive and Mobility Supplier, AAM designs, engineers and manufactures Driveline and Metal Forming technologies to support electric, hybrid and internal combustion vehicles. Discover how we’re Bringing the Future Faster at AAM.com.

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