Group Leader Maintenance

Join Mercedes-Benz Vans

Shape the future today. The world is changing. The question is, what will be our contribution to the outcome? We have set the pace in the field of mobility from the very beginning, and we will continue to do so. At Mercedes-Benz Vans, interdisciplinary teams are developing the mobility of tomorrow. Our goal is to make mobility safer, simpler, and more sustainable for people across the globe. Put your pioneering spirit to good use: This is your opportunity to make a contribution that extends far beyond your job title.

At Mercedes-Benz Vans, we offer you the perfect environment for your professional and personal growth. Cutting-edge training and promising career opportunities will help you to foster and expand your professional skill set as well as your individual strengths. Think, try, and thrive with us in collaborative work environments that spark game-changing concepts.

Job Overview

Use knowledge of, and experience with, automotive manufacturing industry repair work including necessary disassembly and re-assembly of production equipment as well as application of root cause analysis in multiple technical work areas to: manage the safety, productivity, training, morale, and security of a team of ten (10) to fifteen (15) Maintenance Technicians for project management and workshop involvement; monitor production equipment and meet established equipment availability targets; act as the technical and disciplinary lead of the group; administer company policies and procedures; assume ownership and accountability for personnel management including evaluations/reviews, coaching, counseling, resource planning and team building; coordinate schedules and workflow for the team; plan, control, and approve vacation, employee shifts, qualifications, and schedules; drive continuous improvement for production processes, efficiency, product quality, environment, and ergonomics; identify trouble areas and resolve issues; facilitate and participate in regularly scheduled meetings; introduce measures for positive development of employees; resolve complex employee issues; manage flow of communication to the team and to management; oversee, organize, and coordinate all work content of the group; motivate, support, develop, and challenge team members to their optimal potential; perform other duties as assigned; prepare reports based on data; present findings to management and others; provide feedback to all involved departments to improve overall performance of the plant; resolve issues that are varied and non-routine; and may order materials and/or spare parts.

Qualifications

High School diploma (or foreign equivalent) plus three (3) years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment evidencing demonstrable ability to perform stated job duties. New hires subject to drug test/background check. 40 hours per week 7 am to 7:30 pm.

Mercedes-Benz Vans, LLC is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that appreciates and leverages the diversity of our team. We provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), age, national origin, religion, marital status, veteran status, physical or other disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.