Team Leader Machining - 2nd shift

Linacast, Inc.; Pierceton (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Employee Benefits package

Job summary

Linamar Corporation is seeking a Team Leader for its Indiana production facility. The role focuses on pro-active ownership, coordinating training, and maintaining open lines of communication with supervision and other departments to meet quality and delivery requirements.

The Team Leader will supervise and train operators, oversee SPC charts and 5S practices, and coordinate with technical staff to improve manufacturing processes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• 2-3 years manufacturing experience preferred
• Ability to start all equipment in the cell from power off to cycle start
• Ability to perform SPC applications
• Strong problem solving and oral/written communication skills
• Forklift certification preferred
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and quality systems (IATF-16949)

Responsibilities

• Lead training for die cast/machining operators on gauge training, safety, SPC and work instructions
• Oversee internal communication for manufacturing processes and SPC charts
• Implement corrective actions per SPC and Process Control Plan
• Complete work orders for down equipment and report downtime or inefficiencies
• Assist in 5S standards and shop organization
• Set up cells with materials, paperwork and supplies for production
• Run sample parts and refer to Quality for approval to run parts
• Provide training and communication with operators on Quality Alerts

Skills

SPC applications

Problem solving

Communication

Train others

Leadership

Forklift certification

IATF-16949 knowledge

Gauge/inspection tools

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalency Preferred

Tools

IATF-16949 knowledge

Gauge/inspection tools knowledge

Job description

Description

Team Leaders work with key manufacturing employees to help meet production needs based on the quality and delivery requirements of our customers. Team Leaders take pro-active ownership by encouraging teamwork, ensuring consistent training of employees, and maintaining open lines of communication with supervision and other department employees.

Requirements

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Train all employees in die cast/machining machines for gauge training, safety training, statistical process control (SPC), work instruction manual, production process, attendance, defect identification.
• Train personnel on equipment, process flow, gauging, labeling, secondary equipment, etc.
• Oversees written internal communication for manufacturing processes of the customer product line ensuring completion of Pace boards, information logs, and SPC charts.
• Appropriate Corrective Actions taken when operators incur a problem in the manufacturing process: follow up to make sure any tool changes are 100% checked per SPC charts and Process Control Plan.
• Complete work orders for down equipment.
• Report to supervision employee absences, accidents, machine crashes or emergencies, operator inefficiencies, and any other problems or downtime
• Responsible for communication/training with operators on Quality Alerts ensuring operator awareness.
• Perform audits for shop cleanliness and organization and report to supervision inefficiencies in housekeeping standards within the cell.
• Work with technical staff to improve manufacturing and machining processes.
• Set up operators for successful production: verify cells are stocked with raw material, components, paperwork needed, bins for finished product, cardboard, etc. assist with material movement.
• Run sample parts, inspect for proper fill and defects and refer to Quality Department for approval to run parts.
• Assists in the administration and adherence of 5S Standards.
• 5S and Pace boards verified and signed off when needed.
• Required to fill in for other shifts if another Team Lead calls in.

Academic Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalency Preferred
• Two (2) to three (3) years of experience working in a manufacturing environment preferred

Required Skills & Experience

• Ability to start all equipment in the cell from power off to cycle start
• Perform SPC applications.
• Must be able to perform all operations in the cell in order to meet production standards.
• Ability to identify problems and take prescribed corrective action.
• Ability to assist set up personnel and be able to complete First Piece Approval process.
• Ability to monitor, train and instruct employees within the cell on proper operation of machines and inspection of parts.
• Run all equipment proficiently and relieve for breaks when necessary.
• Knowledge of all manufacturing processes within the cell.
• Ability to communicate in a courteous and direct manner.
• Knowledge and support of company safety programs.
• Forklift Certification is preferred.
• Knowledge of IATF-16949 system.
• Knowledge of all inspection gauges and their functions.
• Comprehensive shop math skills.
• Must have good problem solving and oral/written communication skills.
• Dependability and the ability to work professionally with others.

What Linamar Has to Offer

• Competitive Compensation
• Employee Benefits package includes but not limited to, Drug, Dental & Vision etc.
• 401K Program
• Opportunities for career advancement.
• Sustainability Counsel
• Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.
• Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.

About Us

Linamar Corporation is a Canadian-founded global manufacturer, renowned for its advanced engineering and innovative product development across diverse industries and markets. Our journey started in 1966 under the visionary leadership of our founder, and today, we remain committed to cultivating a culture of innovation and collaboration.

With access to state-of-the-art tools and resources, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact alongside a team of driven and passionate professionals. Join us and be part of a company where innovation, collaboration, and growth are at the heart of everything we do.

Linamar does not seek or accept unsolicited resumes or offers of recruiting service associated with any published or unpublished employment opportunities. Any unsolicited information sent to any member within Linamar will be considered as unencumbered and free from any fee or charge whatsoever. Members of our Linamar Talent Acquisition Team have authority to engage or authorize recruiting services.