Production Team Leader jobs in Novi, MI

As an Assembly Production Team Leader, you will be responsible for supervising a shift of employees to develop business processes, manage production operations and foster an atmosphere of teamwork and cooperation.

The work is of a technical nature and requires you to use independent judgment within the limits of Manufacturing Systems, focusing on Safety, People, Quality, Responsiveness, Cost, and Environment.

• Safety: Ensuring a safe working environment is a top priority. Team leaders are responsible for enforcing safety protocols and addressing safety concerns promptly.
• Quality Assurance: Ensuring that the products meet strict quality standards is a top priority. Team leaders are responsible for maintaining and improving product quality, which includes identifying and addressing defects promptly.
• Efficiency and Productivity: Team leaders are tasked with optimizing the production process for efficiency and productivity. They are expected to identify and eliminate waste (in terms of time, materials, and resources) to maximize production output while minimizing costs. Assist the Plant Manager and Production Manager in monitoring overall plant performance for production and quality control standards.
• Continuous Improvement: One of the fundamental principles of operational excellence is continuous improvement, often referred to as Kaizen. Team leaders are expected to lead and facilitate continuous improvement efforts within their teams, involving team members in problem-solving and process improvement initiatives.
• Standardization: Strong emphasis on standardizing work processes to reduce variability and ensure consistency. Team leaders are responsible for implementing and maintaining standardized work procedures within their teams.
• Training and Development: Team leaders are expected to train and develop their team members to ensure they have the necessary skills and knowledge to perform their roles effectively. This includes cross-training team members to be versatile and adaptable. Develop and manage team members' performance and capabilities based on company KPIs.
• Team Management: Team leaders are responsible for managing and leading their teams, which may include assigning tasks, monitoring progress, providing feedback, and resolving conflicts. Effective communication and leadership skills are essential in this role.
• Problem Solving: Team leaders are often the first point of contact when issues or problems arise on the production floor. They are expected to use problem-solving methodologies to identify the root causes of problems and implement corrective actions.
• Materials Management: Assist in the oversite of materials management processes, including cycle counting.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $26.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) 4% Match
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Overnight shift
• Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)
• Night Shift (Required)
• Overnight Shift (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Howell, MI 48855: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person