What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shipping/Receiving Group Leader position at KIRCHHOFF Automotive SE?
KIRCHHOFF Automotive is a development partner to the automotive industry. We are active worldwide as a full-service supplier for complex metal and hybrid structures in body-inwhite, crash management systems, chassis applications and cross car beams. With 8,000 employees we are active all over the globe.
Your Tasks
Responsible to support Team Leader(s) ensuring daily requirements are met while maintaining high standards of quality in a safe working manner
Responsible to guide, train and direct Team Leaders by giving clear direction without taking ownership by getting indirectly involved
Responsible for stimulating the problem-solving processes by empowering and motivating others to make improvements – highlighting opportunities/possible solutions (dropping seeds)
Responsible for ensuring all resources are effectively utilized to maximize all value-added activities that support the overall Business Plan with high emphasis on customer satisfaction
Ensures all employees have been given the necessary tools to perform duties, i.e. personal protective equipment, small tools etc. and completes requisition forms as required for such tools.
Responsible to report to Production Control Manager or designate on all teams’ continuous improvement projects
Responsible to conduct development reviews for all direct reports clearly stating each person’s major duties and responsibilities, main objectives, direct customers (interior and exterior), including areas requiring improvement/development
Responsible to prepare and monitor departmental budgets and capital requirements
Distributes all work in a fair and equitable manner. Evenly allocates overtime and manages all vacation requests taking into consideration customer requirements.
Oversees the timely deliveries and pick-ups of parts/components including all outside processes.
Ensures all shipping and receiving records are maintained, including files for incoming and outgoing materials and products.
Approves trucking invoices for all trucking companies used by KIRCHHOFF Automotive Tecumseh
Provides training to new/existing employees within department.
Provides Engineering department with expertise when designing new packaging, i.e. how many parts can fit in container, cost of shipping etc.
Oversees and assists in maintaining of storage, shipping and receiving areas ensuring they are kept clean, safe and tidy.
Cooperates with the Safety Committee and adheres to all plant safety rules and regulations.
Maintains positive employee relations and addresses issues in timely manner. Seeks advice/counsel from appropriate sources as required.
Any other reasonable request made by management.
Contributes to a safe, clean and comfortable work environment that complements the Occupational Health and Safety Act by ensuring the principles of the 5S discipline (simplify, separate, sanitize, standardize and support) are supported and adhered to.
Ensures he/she is in full compliance with the federal and state laws of Michigan and/or any other state, while representing KIRCHHOFF Automotive Tecumseh or during the use of any KIRCHHOFF Automotive Tecumseh provided equipment.
Your Profile
Work Experience (provide details and minimum # of years required)
Minimum three (5) years’ experience in shipping/automotive industry
Previous supervisory experience
Valid forklift license or 10 years forklift experience
Sound knowledge and understanding of lean manufacturing process
Sound understanding of IATF 16949 and ISO14001requirements
Working knowledge of Union contract language.
Sound understanding of bar code label printing and scanning technology
Skills (language, technical, computer etc.)
Strong leadership skills to lead and direct employees
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to negotiate and persuade supplier/customers.
Ability to plan and organize daily activities
Effectively manages multiple tasks and changing priorities
Strong problem solving and decision making skills
High School Graduate, post high school education preferred.
Your Benefits
Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
Vacation, paid holidays
Tuition Reimbursement
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
401k plan with a company match
Interested?
Please send us your complete application documents
(cover letter, CV, certificates and references) directly via our online application portal.
We look forward to receiving your application
Your contact
Erin Lewis
KIRCHHOFF Automotive Tecumseh
1200 E Chicago Blvd, Tecumseh, MI 49286, United States
Your Tasks
Responsible to support Team Leader(s) ensuring daily requirements are met while maintaining high standards of quality in a safe working manner
Responsible to guide, train and direct Team Leaders by giving clear direction without taking ownership by getting indirectly involved
Responsible for stimulating the problem-solving processes by empowering and motivating others to make improvements – highlighting opportunities/possible solutions (dropping seeds)
Responsible for ensuring all resources are effectively utilized to maximize all value-added activities that support the overall Business Plan with high emphasis on customer satisfaction
Ensures all employees have been given the necessary tools to perform duties, i.e. personal protective equipment, small tools etc. and completes requisition forms as required for such tools.
Responsible to report to Production Control Manager or designate on all teams’ continuous improvement projects
Responsible to conduct development reviews for all direct reports clearly stating each person’s major duties and responsibilities, main objectives, direct customers (interior and exterior), including areas requiring improvement/development
Responsible to prepare and monitor departmental budgets and capital requirements
Distributes all work in a fair and equitable manner. Evenly allocates overtime and manages all vacation requests taking into consideration customer requirements.
Oversees the timely deliveries and pick-ups of parts/components including all outside processes.
Ensures all shipping and receiving records are maintained, including files for incoming and outgoing materials and products.
Approves trucking invoices for all trucking companies used by KIRCHHOFF Automotive Tecumseh
Provides training to new/existing employees within department.
Provides Engineering department with expertise when designing new packaging, i.e. how many parts can fit in container, cost of shipping etc.
Oversees and assists in maintaining of storage, shipping and receiving areas ensuring they are kept clean, safe and tidy.
Cooperates with the Safety Committee and adheres to all plant safety rules and regulations.
Maintains positive employee relations and addresses issues in timely manner. Seeks advice/counsel from appropriate sources as required.
Any other reasonable request made by management.
Contributes to a safe, clean and comfortable work environment that complements the Occupational Health and Safety Act by ensuring the principles of the 5S discipline (simplify, separate, sanitize, standardize and support) are supported and adhered to.
Ensures he/she is in full compliance with the federal and state laws of Michigan and/or any other state, while representing KIRCHHOFF Automotive Tecumseh or during the use of any KIRCHHOFF Automotive Tecumseh provided equipment.
Your Profile
Work Experience (provide details and minimum # of years required)
Minimum three (5) years’ experience in shipping/automotive industry
Previous supervisory experience
Valid forklift license or 10 years forklift experience
Sound knowledge and understanding of lean manufacturing process
Sound understanding of IATF 16949 and ISO14001requirements
Working knowledge of Union contract language.
Sound understanding of bar code label printing and scanning technology
Skills (language, technical, computer etc.)
Strong leadership skills to lead and direct employees
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to negotiate and persuade supplier/customers.
Ability to plan and organize daily activities
Effectively manages multiple tasks and changing priorities
Strong problem solving and decision making skills
- Computer skills, including Word & Excel
High School Graduate, post high school education preferred.
Your Benefits
Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
Vacation, paid holidays
Tuition Reimbursement
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
401k plan with a company match
Interested?
Please send us your complete application documents
(cover letter, CV, certificates and references) directly via our online application portal.
We look forward to receiving your application
Your contact
Erin Lewis
KIRCHHOFF Automotive Tecumseh
1200 E Chicago Blvd, Tecumseh, MI 49286, United States