PM Line Lead

Inside the Role Innovative products begin with talented, highly motivated individuals. Daimler Truck North America (DTNA), the largest and most diverse company in the North American commercial vehicle market, invites you to join our dynamic team. When you work for a Daimler company, you join a global network of over 250,000 dedicated employees on six continents who share your passion. Be a part of a world-class team who keep the world moving through the manufacturing of Heavy Duty trucks.

Posting Information

We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.

We Take Care of Our Team

This position offers:

· Starting pay of $26.45/hr. up to top pay of $37.33/hr.*

· Quarterly gainsharing bonus potential

*additional shift differential for off-shifts

Benefits include: 401k includes up to 8% match and non-elective contribution, full coverage benefit plan options, starting at 4 weeks paid vacation, 8-10 calendar holidays, paid sick/disability leave (including sick days), 8 weeks paid paternal leave, employee assistance program; comprehensive health and wellness programs, and tuition assistance.

What You Drive at DTNA

RESUME IS REQUIRED

General Purpose of the Position:

Assists in directing the activities of a group of hourly employees in an area of work that involves the cleaning, teardown and/or re-manufacturing of electronic and mechatronic assemblies. Work involves an understanding of plant operations. This position works under minimal supervision.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Achieve daily production and annual Lead goals.

• Coordinate staff, parts, and process flow to minimize work in progress, eliminate shortages, and maximize efficiency.

• Monitor daily and weekly overtime ensuring policy compliance.

• Work closely with Manager/Supervisor on performance related issues and employee performance reviews.

• Review time records and schedule vacation for employees.

• Maintain discipline through enforcement of the company policies.

• Maintain a clean, safe work environment within the department through use of 5S principles.

• Communicate goals for each area.

• Monitor product quality to achieve a superior quality reputation.

• Provide and promote solutions that will eliminate reoccurring problems.

• Understand the product and how it performs.

• Lead and set an example for others.

• Keep team members motivated toward continuous improvement.

• Review, Develop, and Communicate work instruction updates and ISO documentation.

• Provide instruction for proper use of tools and fixtures.

• Communicate material shortages to the materials manager/supervisor.

• Communicate equipment issues to supervision, maintenance and engineering.

• Understand and perform functions within an MRP system. Control inventory movement through MRP transactions.

Minimum Requirements:

• Education: High School Diploma/GED

• Years of Experience: 2 years

Other Qualifications:

• Familiarity with computer applications and/or controlled systems

• High level of analytical and problem-solving ability

• Strong computer skills (ex. Excel, Word, Power Point)

• Coaching, training and mentoring skills

• Ability to organize and direct staff to meet daily customer demand

• Effective oral and written communication skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively with others so as to motivate employees and elicit work output

• Must be available to work all shifts and/or flexible hours

Preferred Education and Experience:

• AA degree in the field of electronics

• Prior experience as front-line supervisor/leading a team

Physical Requirements:

• Frequently (61-90%)

  • Standing

  • Walking

  • Twist using elbow

  • Twist using shoulder

  • Using push motion (i.e. cart)

  • Using pulling motion (i.e. pallet jack)

  • Heel of hand to push

  • Reaching out in front

• Sometimes(31-60%)

  • Sitting at a computer

  • Bending

  • Reach above shoulders

  • Kneeling

  • Sitting bent over look (i.e. looking down at bench)

  • Reaching below waist

  • Heavy lift (50+ lbs) as team lift

• Rarely (1-30%)

  • Squatting

Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-

Schedule Type:

At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we’re building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA’s legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future – building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all.

That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving.

Additional Information

• This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application
• Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
• Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
• Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions
• EEO - Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.

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