Production Team Leader

Description Job Title: Production Team Leader Department: Injection Molding/Blow Molding Production Reports To: Group Lead/Shift Supervisor Direct Reports: None Status: Onsite Hourly – Direct Labor Vacancies 1 vacancy for 3rd shift at Applewhite location. Starting at 9:30pm with a 8-hour shift Monday through Friday. OT may be required, including occasional Saturdays. Added 5/28/2026 Job Summary This position will act as the first line of leadership within the department for all hourly team members (TM) within the department. Safety Adhere to and uphold all safety policies established. Ensure Team Members have proper PPE and adhere to the Uniform Policy. No phones, watches bracelets, rings, necklace, hoop earrings, hair beyond shoulders. Report injuries or pains to Group Leader or Supervisor and implement and audit corrective actions/countermeasures as appropriate. Enforce Stop-Call – Wait for any Equipment/machine/parts related safety concern. Set up daily Team Member rotation/tag relief schedule to avoid repetitive motion injuries. Quality Monitor change-over activities, work cell/components setup, focus on Team Member safety. Ensure that TM’s are properly trained for the jobs they are performing. Ensure TM’s follow Standard Work Instructions “SWI” and use poke yoke testing. Monitor Team Members’ 5S and TPM completions. Maintain/replace signage, Standard Work Instructions (SWI) available, floor tape, other visual controls/communication tools as they become worn or torn or need updating. Check at least one part in every cart/tote, check at least 5 parts in every rack before the Dandori removes finished goods from the work cell. Fulfill Team Lead role in First Part Approval procedure. Train TM’s to any Quality Alerts for processes that are running. Use the Escalation Process for abnormalities found during the production run.

PRODUCTIVITY

Maintain constant communication with support teams during production run. Confirm MATTEC job is correct and scrap/down time is being input as necessary. Know the mold change schedule/targets (time or pieces), confirm finished goods packaging/wand pull time. Ensure Kanban cards are available and are being utilized correctly. Stock and monitor Shadow boards/consumable hand tools to ensure availability. Post and train Team Members to Quality Alerts issued. Respond to Andon call quickly, turn off Andon if problem resolved. Assign Team Members work to achieve the workloads via Kanban signal or Group Lead/Supervisor assigned. Coordinate Team Member activities with peers as necessary. Utilize Andon board to maintain needed inventory. Promote kaizen corporate culture Complete required reports, accurately and in a timely fashion as requested by Group Leader or Supervisor. Provide explanation if targets are not met. Requirements Education High school diploma or GED Experience Minimum of 1 year manufacturing experience, preferably in automotive industry. Minimum of 2 years as Team Leader in manufacturing industry. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations None Computer Skills Beginner to intermediate level in MS Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams and in the use of e-mail, web browser applications. Mathematical Abilities Basic math skills. Analytical Or Reasoning Abilities Minimal analytical, planning skills and critical thinking ability required with orientation for continuous improvement. Communication Skills Ability to read, write and speak English. Bilingual English-Spanish preferred. Other Skills Ability to effectively organize and prioritize work. Strong attention to detail and ability to effectively manage a variety of projects and tasks. Takes initiative, approaches others in a positive and constructive manner, and works well independently to achieve results. Must be able to work with a wide variety of personalities to create a positive work environment, and professionally resolve conflicts. Physical Requirements 100% of the time will be spent on the production plant floors walking, standing and engaged in the activities associated with the role. Be comfortable with lifting, squatting, and repetitive motion. Must be able to team lift a minimum of 50 pounds, 25 pounds alone. Be able to work in an environment that is climate controlled but is exposed to potential heat, rain, and cold. We offer competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for advancement. Paid Basic life insurance Paid Short-term disability Paid time off Paid 2 shutdown work weeks (summer and winter) 401(k) 401(k) matching (discretionary) Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance Flexible spending account Health savings account Referral program #J-18808-Ljbffr Reyes Automotive Group