Tenneco · 14 hours ago
Technical Team Leader - 2nd Shift
Elkhart, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
1+ years expTenneco is a leading manufacturer and distributor in the transportation industry, committed to setting industry standards. The Technical Team Leader will lead a team to meet production schedules, ensure safety, and drive continuous improvement while maintaining high-quality manufacturing processes.
AutomotiveIndustrial DesignIndustrial ManufacturingInnovation ManagementManufacturingOperating SystemsProduct Design
Responsibilities
Champion and promote safety and safe work habits
Material, 1st/last piece sign off, Container sign off, obtain documents & samples for the Team Member
Utilizes SMED to support press change over
Respond to calls for help, with Equipment, Components, Quality, Safety issues
Identify root cause of Problems using cause and effect analysis
Document improvement activity to an A3 form
Coach, Mentor, Encourage Teamwork
Recognize waste/non-ideal conditions and implements countermeasures, utilizing outside assistance as needed
Identify continuous improvement activities
Monitor & maintain cell BOS metrics Safety, Quality, Efficiency, Scrap, Etc
Trains new and experienced Team Members using the Job Instruction Methodology
Insures Standard Work is followed through the Yellow Card Audit process
Catalyst to update/revise standardized work as part of Continuous improvement activity
Complete LPA as assigned and on time
Lead/Own changeover boards, update schedule each shift, hourly rate boards, hourly checks/first piece checks, and assist GL/Quality
Assist with c/o or coil changes as needed, run press to fill in for call offs or as needed
Ensure set up has dies set up sheets updated per job by printing off die sheets and after c/o
End of shift paperwork
This list may not be all-inclusive and may include other duties as assigned by the supervisor
Qualification
Required
High School diploma or GED equivalent are required
Strong leadership ability to lead in a team environment
Excellent attendance and punctuality
Effective communication and training skills
Ability to handle multiple priorities with strong self-initiative
Good math skills
Analyzing, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills
Preferred
Working knowledge of computer programs including Microsoft Office, Lotus Notes, and SAP preferred
Industrial or manufacturing experience with 12 month shop floor operations experience preferred
Computer skills preferred
Company
Tenneco
Tenneco is a manufacturing company that designs and markets automotive products.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$800MKey Investors
Apollo
2025-02-24Private Equity
2022-02-23Acquired
2021-03-17Post Ipo Debt· $800M
Leadership Team
Chintan Sopariwala
Executive Vice President, Chief Transformation Officer
John Patouhas CPA, CGMA
Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer
Recent News
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2026-01-23
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