KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Lead and communicate all issues in pre-shift and cross shift meetings
Oversee employee job rotation and distribution of work assignments and provide guidance to a team member
Ensure each Team Member is performing standardized work
Follow maintenance procedures for all machines (TPM)
Assist in coordinating and performing routine changeovers and set-up activities according to production schedule and
customer requirements
Assist supervisor with overtime scheduling
Conduct daily Layered Process Audits (LPA) and implement corrective actions when required
Conduct SPC checks and first offs as per customer requirements
Ensure standardized work compliance from all team members including performing error proof checks
Assist with training and orientation of new employees and maintain the training matrix
Complete end of shift reporting and ensure work area is standard for the next shift
Participate in and comply with the continuous improvement ideas
Follow appropriate internal and external escalation procedures whenever a risk to the customer occurs

EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: PERFORMANCE MEASURES:

Secondary School Diploma or equivalent preferred
Minimum 3 years related work experience in
automotive manufacturing required
Ability to provide guidance, coaching/mentorship to
team members
Computer literate (MS Office-Word, Excel, Outlook)
Operations Strategy Implementation
Operational Principles
MAFACT Implementation
MAFACT Audits

CORE COMPETENECIES & SKILLS:

Must possess leadership and interpersonal skills and be able to relay instructions clearly
Mechanically inclined
Effective communication, organizational, time management skills
Understanding of lean manufacturing, an asset
Licensed forklift operator, an asset
Able to lift heavy objects specific to the operation
Ability to understand and operate all mechanical equipment in designated work cells
Demonstrated ability to effectively solve problems
Must have strong awareness of safety
Must be flexible to rotate between jobs

Author's Bio: 

Pure Staffing Solutions Inc. represents the full spectrum of staffing services for qualified personnel to meet the evolving needs of companies - from small, emerging growth companies to Fortune 500 clients; no challenge is too big or too small. Our success springs from our dedication to service, which is based on our understanding that strong, lasting relationships are the cornerstones of any successful business. Our thorough, ethical handling of the staffing process makes for achievements that speak for themselves.