Purpose of the position

The Technical Team Lead will be responsible to ensure a smooth production start-up for required times determined by operational needs at least 30 minutes prior to shift start. Team Lead will effectively control and support production processes, ensure production of quality parts, focus on safety objectives, train employees to production and quality standards, and to lead other employees to achieve company goals.

Duties
- Supervise and coordinate the activities of team members during assigned shifts
- Ensure smooth operation and efficient workflow during the shift
- Provide guidance and support to team members, including training and development opportunities
- Monitor and enforce company policies and procedures
- Handle customer inquiries, complaints, and issues in a professional and timely manner
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment
- Assist with inventory management and ordering supplies as needed
- Collaborate with management to implement strategies for improving productivity and customer satisfaction

Skills
- The position will be permitted to perform bargaining unit work as required

- Responsible to help reduce risks of creating repeat quality and production flow issues

- Serve as relief person when employees need breaks

- Perform training needs for newly hired employees or job bid awards within the area of responsibility

-Identify and report to Supervisor training needs to coordinate with the Trainer Coordinator based on Core training matrix of the position and department

-Active participant in correcting defects found during the shift or customers

- Review quality alerts with team members working in the work cells.

- Strong leadership abilities with the ability to motivate and inspire team members.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Ability to make decisions quickly and effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to think on your feet
- Attention to detail and ability to multitask effectively
- Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

- Print Order boards and lay out production sheets at the assigned functional area (i.e., Molding, Paccar, MD and Vista/W990, etc.)

- Change tips on bond dispense robots and manual stations

- Turn on all ovens, purge then initiate to correct temperatures so that they reach proper temperatures before the designated shift arrives

- Run machines through sequence and/or dry cycles to ensure proper function

-Build fenders for W990 prior to running according to the schedule

- Coordinate employees to production

- Fill in start-up sheets for all areas identify any potential issues

- Contact Maintenance on any issue they are needed to fix to minimize downtime

- Teach pendant all robots to make sure they are homed and in the correct position for all functions

- Turn on lighting and ensure proper equipment is in place (impact guns, rivet guns, gloves, sandpaper, etc.)

- Ensure two-gallon paint tanks are filled, agitating and ready for dispensing

- Confirm all WIP is in place by Material Handlers for production changeovers

- Follows all required safety standards, wears appropriate PPE for job activities and maintains production equipment in proper and safe working order.

As a Shift Leader, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our business during your assigned shifts. You will be responsible for supervising and coordinating the activities of team members, providing guidance and support, and maintaining a positive work environment. Your strong leadership abilities, excellent communication skills, and problem-solving abilities will contribute to the overall success of our team. If you are looking for an opportunity to take on a leadership role in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply.

Physical Demands

Normal circumstances: Ability to lift or carry up to 40 pounds in a single lift/carry. Limited lifting above the shoulders and below the waist. Ability to push or pull up to 100 pounds in a single push/pull. Standing continuously up to 2 hours, for a total of 8 hours per day. Walking continuously up to 2 hours, for a total of 8 hours per day. Use of hand tools intermittently up to 8 hours per day. Other intermittent activities will include bending, squatting, kneeling, twisting/turning up to 6 hours per day. Ability to drive a forklift and other industrial machines. Ability to be medically cleared for respirator usage.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.38 - $24.54 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Columbus, OH 43228: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person