Manufacturing Group Leader

Job Summary:
The main function of the Production Group Supervisor is to supervise and coordinate the activities of production and operating workers.

Job Responsibilities:
Recommend measures to motivate employees and to improve production methods, equipment performance, product quality, or efficiency.
Review operations and confer with technical or administrative staff to resolve production or processing problems.
Develop and implement production tracking and quality control systems, analyzing production, quality control, and maintenance to detect production problems.
Hire, train, evaluate, and discharge staff, and resolve personal grievances.
Prepare and maintain production reports and personnel records.

Business Group:
Supply Chain Group
Looking to expand 3rd shift operations on both sides of the house for both engine lines
V8 carrier is in a new launch status and starting to ramp up
There is a high work load

Typical Day in the Role:
Heavily involved with UAW team members, managing a group of around 15-25 employees. Working with cross-functional teams to meet deadlines
100% onsite.
Environment- On the GA plant floor, a lot of walking and standing
Performance feedback is given in real time
Someone willing to standup to their team. It is difficult to come in this environment and not get "ran over" by the team member.
We're always willing to help but have to some ownership and initiative to receive help. I want someone that handle a project on their own.
Safety is important.
Holding people accountable from a safety perspective, especially in general assembly.

Skills:
Verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and problem solving skills.
Ability to work independently and manage one's time.
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.

Requirements:
High school diploma or GED required. Associate's degree or higher preferred.
Previous knowledge of supply chain / material movement would give an edge
Managerial experience is a plus within UAW space
At least 1-2years of experience mandatory

Hiring Manager's Top Skills:
Managerial experience, specifically working in a union environment.
Being able to adapt quickly. In the GSC, everything is constantly changing, and they need to be able to make changes on the fly.
Have an understanding of supply chain/logistics.

Shift Information:
1st / 2nd / 3rd will most likely have rotation
Training starts on 1st shift
1st Shift: 6:00am to 2:00pm
2nd Shift: 2:00pm to 10:00pm
3rd Shift: 10:00pm to 6:00am

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