What are the responsibilities and job description for the Group Leader position at Linamar Light Metals Mills River LLC?
Group Leader- Production
With direction from the Supervisor, assist with efficient operation of the department.
Performance Expectations
- Demonstrate problem solving and decision-making ability regarding day-to-day operations and can successfully run the department in the absence of the supervisor.
- Actively contribute toward a safe environment.
- Effectively cross train personnel and recommend skill development to achieve departmental goals.
- Minimize conflict within the department and encourage open lines of communication, treating all staff fairly, fostering team spirit, and maintaining an air of professionalism and credibility.
- Effectively utilize time available to achieve results through proper delegation of work, control over ongoing projects and prioritizing demands.
- Complete audits, safety talks, pre-shift meetings, production reports and other paperwork as necessary.
- Working knowledge of all equipment in the assigned area. Fill in for absences as necessary.
- Other duties as assigned.
Credentials
High School Graduate or equivalent.
Desired Characteristics
- Must be computer savvy.
- Conflict management and leadership skills required.
- Proven record of good attendance.
- Ability to communicate well with personnel from various levels of the organization.
- Must be proficient in Microsoft programs (Outlook, Excel, Word).
- Understanding of lean concepts and continuous improvement.
- Safely use material handling equipment such as fork trucks.
- Ability to read forms, such as invoices, parts order forms, packing slips and bills of lading.
- Ability to accurately input data into information systems and customer portals.
- Ability to communicate with customers and subcontractors.
- Must be a good planner.
- Must be flexible and able to adjust daily tasks accordingly.
- Must be able to work in both team and independent environments.
Must be willing to learn.- Must be able to talk to employees using soft skills and keep them motivated and accountable.
- Must be accurate on inputting data on received and delivered shipments.
Must Keep Safety, Production and Quality as top priorities.