What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Supervisor position at XQ Auto TX?
About the Company
Xinquan Texas Automotive Interiors, LLC is part of Xinquan Group, a global leader specializing in the design, manufacture, and sales of automotive interior and exterior trim system components and molds. Our headquarter is located in Changzhou, China. With over 10,000 employees worldwide, we offer the financial stability of an established global company and the entrepreneurial fire of a brand-new facility.
We are establishing our first US production plant in Austin, Texas, and we're launching a major hiring initiative to build our core team quickly! This is a once-in-a-career chance to get in on the ground floor of a state-of-the-art facility. You won't just be filling a role—you'll be a founding member who will design, implement, and define the culture and operating procedures for our entire US operation.
If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and want to have a direct, tangible impact on our success from day one, join us and help build the future of automotive manufacturing in Austin!
Job Summary
As the shift leader in an automotive parts plant, directly manage production operators to achieve safety, quality, and efficiency targets. Requires expertise in automotive processes (assembly, welding injection), lean tools (5S, SOP), and rapid problem-solving to ensure seamless production flow across shifts.
Key Responsibilities
1. Production Execution
- Oversee daily operations to meet output goals, monitor real time metrics (hourly output, downtime).
- Escalate and resolve line issues (equipment breakdowns, material shortages).
2. Quality Control
- Conduct first-article inspections (FAI) and in-process checks per IATF 16949 standards.
- Document defects (e.g., weld spatter, dimensional issues) and support corrective actions.
3. Team Leadership
- Manage operator performance, conduct shift meetings, and enforce attendance policies.
- Train new hires on SOPs and safety protocols, promote cross-training initiatives.
4. Lean Improvement
- Lead Kaizen events to reduce changeover time (SMED) and improve line balancing.
- Analyze OEE data and propose efficiency enhancements.
5. Safety Compliance
- Ensure OSHA compliance (PPE, LOTO), report near misses, and conduct safety walkthroughs.
- Maintain 5S standards (tool organization, waste disposal) in production areas.
6. Reporting
- Complete shift reports (output, scrap, labor hours) and submit to Production Manager.
- Input real-time data into MES for traceability and accuracy.
Qualifications
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent (experience may substitute); technical degree preferred.
- Experience: 3 years in manufacturing supervision; automotive stamping/welding experience preferred.
- Certifications: Lean Yellow Belt, OSHA 30-Hour preferred.
Skills:
- Proficient in MES, Andon systems; basic data analysis;
- Bilingual (English/Mandarin) for technical documentation and team communication.
- Fluent in English, and those with the ability to speak Spanish and Chinese are preferred.
- Attributes: Hands-on problem solver, adaptable to shift rotations and high-pressure environments.
Additional Information
- Rotating shifts required (days/evenings/nights).
- Overtime support during production peaks or holidays.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
Xinquan Texas Automotive Interiors LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person