Unit Manager (SG 23) - Temporary

Paccar Inc.; Columbus (MS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Full pension plan

Paid time off and holidays

Disability insurance

EAP services

Job summary

PACCAR Engine Company in Columbus, Mississippi is seeking a Unit Manager Assembly to lead a large manufacturing area and drive safety, quality and efficiency across multiple shifts.

You will supervise a team, assign work, monitor metrics, and lead continuous improvement initiatives such as 5S, PQI and Kaizen, while partnering with maintenance and quality teams to meet daily production goals.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years manufacturing experience in a team environment.
• 1-2 years supervisory experience preferred.
• Six Sigma Black Belt or Green Belt trained preferred.
• Flexibility to work any shift and weekends required.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Data-driven approach to production improvements.

Responsibilities

• Direct team members to achieve maximum product quality and customer satisfaction.
• Meet daily production goals with focus on safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Distribute work assignments according to production objectives.
• Lead process improvement efforts (e.g., 5S, PQI, Kaizen).
• Support new production implementations and cross-functional initiatives.
• Prepare reports and analyses for management.

Skills

Team leadership

Data-driven problem solving

Verbal and written communication

Flexibility to work shifts

SAP experience

MS Office proficiency

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: Columbus, MS, US, 39701

Company: PACCAR

Unit Manager Assembly SG 23

PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905. PACCAR Inc is recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields with internationally recognized brands such as Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF trucks. PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture and customer support of high-quality light-, medium-, and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates. PACCAR also designs and manufactures advanced diesel engines, provides financial services and information technology, and distributes truck parts related to its principal business.

Whether you want to design the transportation technology of tomorrow, support the staff functions of a dynamic, international leader, or build our excellent products and services — you can develop the career you desire with PACCAR. Get started!

PACCAR ENGINE COMPANY

PACCAR Engine Company in Columbus, Mississippi produces the best-in-class, state-of-the-art MX engines that power Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF trucks. PACCAR MX engines bring a new level of innovation through quality, exceptional reliability, and proven performance. In more than 50 years, PACCAR has delivered over one million engines globally, providing innovative solutions and an unwavering commitment to superior performance. Join our best-in-class team today through the following opportunity:

Requisition Summary

Direct team members of a large manufacturing area to attain the maximum product quality and customer satisfaction.

Successful candidatemust be willing to work multiple shifts, i.e., day, evening, and/or night,as needed.

Strong Internal Candidate

Job Functions / Responsibilities

• Supports the training, motivation and safety of High Performance Work Team members and representatives.


• Distributes work assignments to team members/representatives in accordance with the production objectives.


• Responsible for meeting daily production goals, including safety, quality, scrap, labor efficiency, housekeeping.


• Initiates personnel actions including performance evaluations, promotions, transfers, disciplinary measures, etc., in accordance with PEC values, guidelines, and procedures.


• Prepares meaningful reports/analysis for management.


• Lead and partcipatein process improvement efforts such as: PPS which includes 5S, effective corrective actions for repetitive quality issues, PQI initiatives, line damage audits, scrap reduction teams, gatekeeper program, defects per unit (DPU) reduction, Kaizen events, and outsourcing opportunities.


• Supports new production implementations.


• Engages associates in goals, continuous improvements, projects, etc.

Qualifications & Skills

• 3-5 years manufacturing experience in a team environment.


• 1-2 years supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.


• Six Sigma Black Belt or Green Belt trained preferred.


• Flexibility to work any shift and weekends required.


• Long-term leadership goals for executive leadership.


• Possess data driven problem solving skills with the ability to function equally well as a team leader.


• Effective verbal and written communication skills required.


• Proven ability to work in a self-directed environment is preferred.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications required; SAP experience a plus.

PACCAR offers comprehensive benefits from time of hire through retirement for vested employees and their families. As a U.S. Salaried PACCAR employee, you have a full range of benefit options including:Medical, Dental, and Vision plan options for you and your family.Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings accounts (HSA).

• 401(k) with a dollar-for-dollar company match up to 5%.


• A fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement.


• Paid short-and long-term disability programs.


• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.


• EAP services include wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling, and more.


• Comprehensive paid time off- minimum of 10 paid vacation days (additional days are provided with additional seniority/years of service), 12 paid holidays, and sick time.

Additional Information

PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability.

Nearest Major Market: Columbus Mississippi

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