Team Leader, Stamping (F-Line)

About Rivian Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. This goes for the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build and the curious courageous souls we seek to attract. As a company we constantly challenge whats possible never simply accepting what has always been done. We reframe old problems seek new solutions and operate comfortably in areas that are unknown. Our backgrounds are diverse but our team shares a love of the outdoors and a desire to protect it for future generations. Role Summary The core objective of the Team Leader involves directing organizing and executing daily operations for team members alongside delivering line coverage for absences. Specific duties might differ depending on the assigned department. Responsibilities Operations & Workflow Manage day-to-day team member assignment plans based on available manning and skillsets. Provide line coverage (backfill) for team members as needed (e.g. attendance gaps emergency breaks). Actively support management in the planning and execution of launch ramp-ups and daily production. Support the Group Leader in rebalancing work based on business needs (e.g. rerating over cycle stations). Perform on-line repairs without disrupting team members standardized work. Standardized Work & Continuous Improvement Ensure the team follows standardized work and work standards through regular observation coaching and audits. Create and maintain standardized work for each station. Lead and participate in continuous improvement (Kaizen) activities such as improving productivity and reducing defects. Train new team members in all standardized work processes as needed. Identify useful improvements from other areas for fast gain. Quality & Problem Solving Maintains deploys and enforces all Rivian Production Systems (RPS) Standards. Maintain quality standards through hourly audits and checks. Respond to Andon calls promptly performing basic troubleshooting (e.g. equipment resets quick product repairs) to return to standardized work. Solve problems 1x1 within your scope of control and escalate systemic or larger issues to the Group Leader or support staff. Process scrap immediately ensuring causes are identified and prevention countermeasures are implemented. Communicate quality reports hourly and create awareness among team members as a first countermeasure. Administrative & Safety Maintain 5S and safety standards through regular line walks and hazard reporting. Ensure team members have the proper tools materials and equipment to perform their jobs. Complete leader standard work and maintain accurate Hour x Hour boards addressing direct and root cause countermeasures. Ensure standard business practices are followed (e.g. Non-Conforming Material management). Engage with team members to address concerns and promote a culture of continuous improvement. Qualifications Production To be considered for this position all internal candidates must submit an updated resume highlighting their relevant skills experiences and accomplishments. Applications submitted without an updated resume will not be considered. Please ensure that your resume accurately reflects your qualifications for this role. Time in Role: 90 days All internal candidates must complete all required courses in RLN: Search Become a Team Leader: Development Program and complete all 6 online classes. High School Diploma/ GED/ Equivalency strongly preferred. Strong interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence Proficiency with Google systems (docs sheets slides Gmail) Ability to alternate between standing and walking 8-12 hours per day. Ability to climb steps to access platforms and workstations. Manual dexterity to grasp and manipulate materials. Able to position ones body to access and assemble materials (bending squatting/stooping/kneeling/reaching below waist and above shoulder). Additionally Team Members are expected to cross-train and perform work in each department and are therefore expected to be able to meet the pushing and pulling requirements for each department which include (Push/Pull): LOC: 45 lbs. / 35 lbs. Material Supply To be considered for this position all internal candidates must submit an updated resume highlighting their relevant skills experiences and accomplishments. Applications submitted without an updated resume will not be considered. Please ensure that your resume accurately reflects your qualifications for this role. Time in Role: 90 days All internal candidates must complete all required courses in RLN: Search Become a Team Leader: Development Program and complete all 6 online classes. High School Diploma/ GED/ Equivalency strongly preferred. Strong interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence Proficiency with Google systems (docs sheets slides Gmail) Ability to alternate between standing and walking 8-12 hours per day. Ability to climb steps to access platforms and workstations. Manual dexterity to grasp and manipulate materials. Able to position ones body to access and assemble materials (bending squatting/stooping/kneeling/reaching below waist and above shoulder). Fork Truck/ Tugger Certified SAP Proficiency Additionally Team Members are expected to cross-train and perform work in each department and are therefore expected to be able to meet the pushing and pulling requirements for each department which include (Push/Pull): LOC: 45 lbs. / 35 lbs. Pay Disclosure The salary range for this role is $28.00-$33.00 per hour for Illinois based applicants. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employees position within the salary range will be based on several factors including but not limited to specific competencies relevant education qualifications certifications experience skills geographic location shift and organizational needs. The successful candidate may be eligible for annual performance bonus. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time employees their spouse or domestic partner and children up to age 26 including but not limited to paid vacation paid sick leave and a competitive portfolio of insurance benefits including life medical dental vision short-term disability insurance and long-term disability insurance to eligible employees. You may also have the opportunity to participate in Rivians 401(k) Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program if you meet certain eligibility requirements. Full-time employee coverage is effective on their first day of employment. Part-time employee coverage is effective the first of the month following 90 days of employment. More information about benefits is available at . You can apply for this role through (or through if you are a current employee). This job is not expected to be closed any sooner than November 13th 2026. Equal Opportunity Rivian is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal state and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion national origin ancestry sex sexual orientation gender gender expression gender identity genetic information or characteristics physical or mental disability marital/domestic partner status age military/veteran status medical condition or any other characteristic protected by law. Rivian is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. 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Operations & Workflow Manage day-to-day team member assignment plans based on available manning and skillsets. Provide line coverage (backfill) for team members as needed (e.g. attendance gaps emergency breaks). Actively support management in the planning and execution of launch ramp-ups and daily production. Support the Group Leader in rebalancing work based on business needs (e.g. rerating over cycle stations). Perform on-line repairs without disrupting team members standardized work. Standardized Work & Continuous Improvement Ensure the team follows standardized work and work standards through regular observation coaching and audits. Create and maintain standardized work for each station. Lead and participate in continuous improvement (Kaizen) activities such as improving productivity and reducing defects. Train new team members in all standardized work processes as needed. Identify useful improvements from other areas for fast gain. Quality & Problem Solving Maintains deploys and enforces all Rivian Production Systems (RPS) Standards. Maintain quality standards through hourly audits and checks. Respond to Andon calls promptly performing basic troubleshooting (e.g. equipment resets quick product repairs) to return to standardized work. Solve problems 1x1 within your scope of control and escalate systemic or larger issues to the Group Leader or support staff. Process scrap immediately ensuring causes are identified and prevention countermeasures are implemented. Communicate quality reports hourly and create awareness among team members as a first countermeasure. Administrative & Safety Maintain 5S and safety standards through regular line walks and hazard reporting. Ensure team members have the proper tools materials and equipment to perform their jobs. Complete leader standard work and maintain accurate Hour x Hour boards addressing direct and root cause countermeasures. Ensure standard business practices are followed (e.g. Non-Conforming Material management). Engage with team members to address concerns and promote a culture of continuous improvement.
Production To be considered for this position all internal candidates must submit an updated resume highlighting their relevant skills experiences and accomplishments. Applications submitted without an updated resume will not be considered. Please ensure that your resume accurately reflects your qualifications for this role. Time in Role: 90 days All internal candidates must complete all required courses in RLN: Search Become a Team Leader: Development Program and complete all 6 online classes. High School Diploma/ GED/ Equivalency strongly preferred. Strong interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence Proficiency with Google systems (docs sheets slides Gmail) Ability to alternate between standing and walking 8-12 hours per day. Ability to climb steps to access platforms and workstations. Manual dexterity to grasp and manipulate materials. Able to position ones body to access and assemble materials (bending squatting/stooping/kneeling/reaching below waist and above shoulder). Additionally Team Members are expected to cross-train and perform work in each department and are therefore expected to be able to meet the pushing and pulling requirements for each department which include (Push/Pull): LOC: 45 lbs. / 35 lbs. Material Supply To be considered for this position all internal candidates must submit an updated resume highlighting their relevant skills experiences and accomplishments. Applications submitted without an updated resume will not be considered. Please ensure that your resume accurately reflects your qualifications for this role. Time in Role: 90 days All internal candidates must complete all required courses in RLN: Search Become a Team Leader: Development Program and complete all 6 online classes. High School Diploma/ GED/ Equivalency strongly preferred. Strong interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence Proficiency with Google systems (docs sheets slides Gmail) Ability to alternate between standing and walking 8-12 hours per day. Ability to climb steps to access platforms and workstations. Manual dexterity to grasp and manipulate materials. Able to position ones body to access and assemble materials (bending squatting/stooping/kneeling/reaching below waist and above shoulder). Fork Truck/ Tugger Certified SAP Proficiency Additionally Team Members are expected to cross-train and perform work in each department and are therefore expected to be able to meet the pushing and pulling requirements for each department which include (Push/Pull): LOC: 45 lbs. / 35 lbs.

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Manager