Production Team Leader (Dayshift and/or Nightshift)

Description

This position is responsible for leading and monitoring a group of assigned team members to achieve goals that contribute to the growth of the organization.   

• Directs the day-to-day production activities of the team 
• Conducts training to team members in his/her assigned area 
• Empowers team to meet daily production goals/overall efficiency 
• Performs production work when manning is low or builds are under efficiency 
• Ability to troubleshoot basic mechanical issues with equipment and elevate to maintenance, if necessary 
• Willingness to learn to operate all cells/presses/mobile equipment in designated area 
• Inspect parts for defects and elevates to Quality for assistance, if necessary 
• Promotes Kaizen activities to improve processes and procedures 
• Creates and implements countermeasures for abnormalities or defects 
• Provides direction and guidance for all team members 
• Must be able to be rotated in all team leader positions within the facility 
• Understands the Strengths and Weakness of Team Members and be able to coach and lead progressive discipline 
• Must be able to speak to, and report out to FMDS boards and current conditions within their designated areas 
• Organizing tasks and setting goals 
• Upholding the vision of the company and department and have got working relationships with support groups. 
• Solving problems and resolving conflicts 
• Implement/maintain applicable management systems, processes, monitors, and continually improve its results 
• Ensures that the facility is in compliance with federal, state, and local environmental requirements. 
• Must be able to identify and provide a control plan for applicable compliance obligations. 
• Must be able to identify and provide control plan for applicable compliance obligations.  
• Must ensure the safety of work assignments and workspaces, assign safety training related to hazards, provide safety procedures and equipment, correctly identify hazards. 
• Look into causes and follow ups of incidents and take action to prevent similar incidents and discuss safety in regular meetings and performance reviews.  
• Follow, Lead and Comply with ISO 14001 regulations and IATF compliance(s). 
• Other job duties as assigned  

Requirements

• Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner. 
• Technical Skills – Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills.  Must be able to learn to effectively work around and use equipment to process parts. 
• Organizational Support – Follows policies and procedures.  Supports goals and values.  
• Safety – Observes safety and security procedures.  Reports potentially unsafe conditions.  Uses equipment and materials properly.   
• Leadership – Ability
• High school diploma or higher 
• Equivalent work experience may be considered 
• Able to communicate with all levels of the facility 
• Must be highly motivated and able to work independently 

Work Environment 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential job functions of this position.  

• Work is performed in a manufacturing environment 
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time 
• Must be available for shift work 
• Must be able to walk frequently 
• Must be able to reach with hands and arms 
• Must be able to work in a loud environment 

The physical tasks described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

• Lifting up to 27 pounds.  Push/pull up to 35 pounds.  
• Physical Sight – Able to read and analyze data in hard copy and on a computer screen. 
• Must be capable of wearing all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). 
• Multitasking – Able to manage multiple work projects simultaneously.  
• Occasionally travels by automotive and or plane 

Futaba Indiana of America is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, or other protected class. 

The above job description identifies the essential job functions and skills needed by the person or persons assigned to this position.  These job functions and skills are not intended to be a complete and exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Any accommodation made must be stated in writing and attached to this job description.  The information contained herein is subject to change at the company’s discretion.