Group Leader Conveyance 2

Summary/Objective: The role of the Group Leader is expected to support the Conveyance team members by providing a positive work environment for team members and ensuring efficient material flow throughout the entire plant. The Group Leader uses a combination of people leadership, analytical thinking, problem solving skills, flow analysis tools and industry experience to evaluate material delivery to the line side in a JIT/Kanban sequencing process. The Group Leader will aid the department manager in designing practical routes that support 30-minute frequency delivery. The position will ensure these solutions are prepared for proper execution and final installation that results in zero downtime for lack of material.

Essential Functions (but are not limited to):

• Ensures safety of self and others by following all Safety Policies/Procedures and wearing all required PPE.
• Leads and directs activities of hourly workforce to ensure two-way communication, development of skills, resolution of concerns, and efficiency of performance.
• Manages team members time and attendance and performs coaching as necessary to improve attendance and turnover.
• Provides training & development to Conveyance team members in the areas of safe tugger and lift operations as required to sharpen the team’s performance skills presently and in the future. 
• Supports production to evaluate customer needs by reviewing their current processes and material flow. 
• Conducts surveys to gather hard data. Areas of focus may include process time studies, physical space measurements, equipment identification and documentation, etc. 
• Utilizes industry experience to design material handling and delivery systems, specifying equipment and generating space design layouts.
•  Evaluates automated delivery solutions to provide a more efficient material flow. 
• Generates and supports A3 and Kaizen activity for improvements within the Conveyance department. 
• Aids in project management for cart and tugger design. 
• Works closely with automation vendors to verify solutions that meet specification requirements to meet cost savings objectives. 
• Creates and designs material flow that supports mixed loading design using Kanban. 
• Ensures systems meet all applicable company and engineering standards, policies or details. 
• Prepares department KPI’s and monitor department performance to budget. 
• Regular attendance is required, 
• Rotating shifts and overtime as needed is required.

Required Qualifications, Education, and Experience:

• Ability to operate PIT equipment safely. 
• Ability to read and follow instructions. 
• Personal computer and software skills.
• Working knowledge of plant logistics and inventory control/ flow processes. 
• 2- 3 years of production experience. 
• Previous supervisory experience is a plus.

EEO Statement:
YKTA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for 
employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender 
identity, veteran status, disability, and/or other legally protected status