Group Leader

Kforce has a client that is seeking a Group Leader. This role is fully onsite in Lockport, NY. Responsibilities:

• Analyze and respond promptly to the manufacturing daily plan, making necessary adjustments to operations as required
• Manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities
• Possess the experience to manage change and navigate ambiguity
• Drive accountability through people and processes which may require difficult conversations
• High School diploma/GED or equivalent
• Minimum of 2 years managerial experience
• Experience managing, leading people, and addressing performance concerns
• Experience solving complex problems and working in a fast-paced environment
• Strong interpersonal skills, experience managing conflict, and decision making
• Demonstrate a high analytical ability to solve complex problems
• Basic computer proficiency (i.e. Microsoft Word, typing, email, etc.)
• Must be willing to work rotating shifts
• Must be available and willing to regularly work weekends to meet business demands, including approximately two weekends per month
• Military background is plus

• Red X & DFSS Certification
• Experience supervising employees in a union environment
• Supply Chain or Quality experience
• Experience implementing Built-in-Quality Initiatives
• Lean Manufacturing experience
• Automotive experience
• Knowledge of Continuous Improvement Processes (CIP)
• Advanced understanding of manufacturing and assembly processes
• Knowledge of timekeeping systems
• Proficient in Throughput Improvement Process (TIP)