Production Shift Team Leader

Production & Operations focuses on designing, managing, and improving production processes and business operations, as well as manufacturing technologies and supply chains. The role involves working with modern systems such as SAP and dashboards, some of which are self-programmed. This is a cross-functional and international environment that offers performance-driven, diverse challenges and exciting projects.You can look forward to these exciting tasksTraining, coaching, and developing line colleagues while maintaining and updating the training matrix to ensure skill coverage and flexibilityProviding daily leadership and direction to production team members, proactively planning material flow to minimize downtime and disruptionsMonitoring production operations to ensure adherence to quality standards, safety requirements, and production targetsPlanning team schedules and assigning daily work responsibilities to support balanced workflow and operational efficiencyDriving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, reduce waste, and improve line performancePromoting a culture of safety, accountability, and teamwork within a fast-paced automotive manufacturing environmentPreferred candidate has been identifiedThis is what you bring to usMinimum of 2 years of experience in a manufacturing or assembly environmentProven leadership abilities with the capability to motivate, guide, and support team members on the production floorStrong understanding of workplace safety standards within a manufacturing setting (training provided as needed)Ability to obtain required tugger operation certification within 90 days of appointmentExcellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to lead effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented production environmentApplications from qualified individuals with disabilities are expressly welcome.Your contact person: Mario Magrini, People & Organization Lexington, KY Get to know us here and find out why we are passionate about attracting talent to Webasto. We look forward to receiving your online application!