Team Leader

American Axle & Mfg., Inc.; Saint Marys (Elk County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Dauch Corporation is seeking a Team Leader to supervise manufacturing associates on assigned lines, provide hands-on training, and ensure safe, efficient operation of equipment. You will monitor performance and coach teams to achieve quality and productivity targets.

Ideal candidates have 1 year in manufacturing, familiarity with Plex Systems, and knowledge of quality standards such as IATF 16949 and ISO-14001.

Qualifications

• Requires a minimum of 1 year experience in manufacturing operations (2 years preferred).
• Solid understanding of personal computers and manufacturing software (Plex Systems).
• Familiarity with IATF 16949 Quality Systems Requirements and ISO-14001 EMS.
• Knowledge of Control Plans, FMEA, SPC and basic quality tools.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate manufacturing associates on assigned lines.
• Provide hands-on training and ensure safe, efficient operation of equipment.
• Monitor machine performance, quality, and productivity to meet shift goals.
• Develop associates for growth and succession within the company.
• Maintain housekeeping and adherence to 5S standards.

Skills

Team Leadership

Problem Solving

Communication

Training & Coaching

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate Degree in Manufacturing/Engineering preferred

Tools

Plex Systems

Microsoft Office

CNC

Job description

Job Posting Title

Team Leader

Legal Entity

Metaldyne Sintered Forged Products LLC

Job Description Summary

Interact with Supervisors, other Team Leaders, and manufacturing associates to evaluate requirements, develop plans, and provide needed materials and direction for the purpose of assisting associates to safely operate equipment to make product that meets the customer's expectations at levels of quality and productivity that meet or exceed the established plan.

Job Description:

• Help maintain attendance records of assigned associates.
• Coordinates and provide directions to assigned manufacturing associates on how to do their task(s). This includes hands on training.
• Ensure that the assigned area(s) equipment is operating accurately and safely throughout the shift.
• Assign manufacturing associates to the appropriate operation.
• Ensure that associates are following the appropriate conduct codes per the Associate Handbook.
• Frequently review the quality of products following each process and provide feedback to associates to keep everyone in tune with the process.
• Develop associates for further company growth.
• Verify that we meet machine efficiencies, quality standards, and reduce scrap levels in assigned area.
• Monitor, direct, and maintain workflow through assigned area in coordination with Shift Supervisor to meet quality production goals.
• Develop, suggest changes in the process to improve quality or increase labor efficiency to meet goals of the company.
• Maintain identity and segregation of nonconforming material and communicate to Shift Supervisor for mentorship.
• Verify that detailed procedures and instructions are being followed:
• Coordinate changeovers/setups at required operations per Shift Supervisor. Plan changes for minimum disruption.

• Complete Production Report and verify the following for accuracy: Operation efficiency.

Feedback on process and operation.

• In addition to the responsibilities listed above, the team leader is responsible for other duties as assigned.
• Maintain and report status of supplies at the operation line and inventory levels.
• Assist in material handling tasks to maintain neat and orderly work area.
• Supervise Communications Boards accordingly.

FACILITATE COMMUNICATIONS:

• Between operations within cells
• Between shifts
• Between Associates and other Team Leaders.
• Hold overlap communications meetings. Hold Shift kickoff meetings with assigned personnel.

WORKING KNOWLEDGE & ENFORCEMENT OF THE FOLLOWING:

• Standard Operating Procedures
• Rework Instructions
• Work Instructions
• Preventive Maintenance
• Inspection Instructions
• Reaction Plans
• Process Set-up Instructions
• Associate Handbook
• Police Housekeeping/5S
• MSDS
• Performance Improvement Teams
• Right To Know

Required Skills and Education

Education:

High School Diploma or GED (Associate Degree in Applied Science in Business, Engineering or Manufacturing preferred)

Experience:

• Requires a minimum of 1 year experience in manufacturing operations (2 years' experience preferred).
• A solid understanding of personal computers, Microsoft Office, Plex Systems, molding, sintering, sizing, tumbling, cnc, and mpi.
• IATF 16949 Quality Systems Requirements.
• ISO-14001 Environmental Management Systems
• Control Plans and Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA).
• Inspection Instructions and Statistical Process Control (SPC).
• Team Building
• Problem Solving

About Dauch:

Dauch Corporation is a premier Driveline and Metal Forming supplier serving the global automotive industry with a powertrain-agnostic product portfolio that supports electric, hybrid, and internal combustion vehicles. The company is headquartered in Detroit, MI, with operations that span 24 countries and more than 175 locations. Formed through the acquisition of Dowlais Group plc and its subsidiaries - GKN Automotive and GKN Powder Metallurgy, Dauch unites deep engineering roots with global manufacturing capabilities and an entrepreneurial spirit to move mobility forward. Visit www.dauch.com to learn more.

Dauch will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. Dauch will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. For the Disabled Job Seeker: We offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment. To request assistance or accommodations, please e-mail [e-mail]. Dauch is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.