Assembly Shop Group Leader - First Shift

Production Group Leader

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.

SHIFT: This position is for first shift

Job Overview:

Manages the safety, productivity, training, morale, and security of a Production Group. Monitors production and meets established production and quality targets. Possesses strong expertise in multiple technical work areas. Directly responsible for Team Leaders and indirectly responsible for Team Members.

Requirements:

· Acts as the technical and disciplinary lead of the group.

· Oversees, organizes, and coordinates all work content of the group. Motivates, supports, develops, and challenges team members to their optimal potential.

· Manages flow of communication to the team and to management.

· Drives continuous improvement for production processes, efficiency, product quality, environment, and ergonomics.

· Identifies trouble areas and resolves issues.

· Administer company policies and procedures.

· Assumes ownership and accountability for personnel management: Responsible for evaluations/reviews, coaching, counselling, resource planning and team building.

· Coordinates schedules and workflow for the team. Plans, controls, and approves vacation, employee shifts, qualifications, and schedules.

· Provides feedback to all involved departments to improve overall performance of the plant.

· Prepares reports based on data. Presents findings to management and others.

· Introduces measures for positive development of employees. Resolves complex employee issues.

· Resolves issues that are varied and non-routine. May order materials and/or spare parts.

· Facilitates and participates in regularly scheduled meetings.

· Perform other duties as assigned.

· Multiple team leaders reporting to the Group Leader

· Responsibility for typically 30-50 associates in an automotive facility.

· Project management and work shop involvement

Qualifications

• School Diploma and 3+ years of Supervisory experience in a Manufacturing environment.
• Internal Employees: Completed successfully PV-45 or currently fulfilling position of Group Leader.

We are all in for change. Are you too? Apply now.

If you have experience in the above and are interested in joining an outstanding company we welcome you to apply. The division Mercedes-Benz Vans is world renowned for quality and innovative products.

EXCELLENT COMPENSATION & BENEFITS PLAN WITH 401k MATCHING

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.