The Shyft Group · 1 month ago
3rd Shift Materials Team Lead
Bristol, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
1+ years expThe Shyft Group is the North American leader in specialty vehicles, including last-mile delivery vans, work trucks, and motorhome chassis. The 3rd Shift Materials Team Lead will be responsible for leading a team in ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency in material processes while training and motivating team members to adhere to company policies and procedures.
AutomotiveManufacturing
No H1B
Responsibilities
You will be responsible for leading your team with safety, 5S, quality, delivery to take time, and controlling cost in your department
Must be flexible with work hours/assignments and have a good knowledge of the process for various materials associated with the company’s product lines including, but not limited to, truck bodies and chassis, motorhome chassis, and specialty vehicles
You will be required to be able to train your team to read installation and assembly prints, troubleshoot production issues, safety and 5S processes and regulations
You must be proficient with computers (knowledge of applicable portions of Aurora is a plus)
Must have strong leadership skills including the ability to motivate co-workers, have a positive attitude, be highly organized and have a strong desire to be proactive in dealing with product and people issues
Understand and lead safety requirements, respond to/correct unsafe practices immediately, and perform regular audits of your area to ensure compliance to our safety requirements and practices
In the event of an injury, promptly investigate and document as required, and address corrective measures to prevent further injuries
Understand environmental requirements as applicable and maintain compliance
Train and hold accountability to the 5S process and expectation of your area
Do regular audits to ensure the practices and processes are followed driving continuous improvement
Understand & communicate Quality Assurance standards
Drive training and accountability with your team for following our policies and procedures for a quality product
Ensure quality expectations are consistently achieved - issues are properly addressed and contained within the department
Identify and coordinate all required and necessary training
Be able to facilitate daily start-of-shift & other group meetings effectively and efficiently, holding accountability to the actions driven
Consistently display behaviors that support the company values with a sense of urgency to exceed our customers’ expectations
You must able to promptly address technical and behavioral performance issues
You must be able to drive change and continuous improvement throughout the work area
Qualification
Required
HS Diploma or GED required
Excellent attendance
Positive attitude
Strong and consistent attention to detail
Self-motivated with the ability to stay on task
Team oriented
Basic computer skills are required
Must be able to pass required welding certification test in the following AWS material sections: D1.1, D1.2, D1.3, D1.6, and D9.1
Must understand AWS welding symbols
Must be able to set up, adjust, and maintain welding machines
Must be able to Mig or Tig weld steel, stainless, and aluminum as needed
Must have at least 1-year experience in commercial vehicle assembly (Walk-ins, Truck Bodies/PDVs)
Preferred
AWS Certification preferred
Previous experience and/or certifications preferred
Benefits
Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA, Wellness Plan
Financial Security: 401(k) with match, Disability, Life Insurance
Work/Life & Growth: Educational Reimbursement, EAP, Dependent Care
Company
The Shyft Group
The Shyft Group is a specialty vehicle manufacturing, assembly, and upfit for the commercial, retail, and service specialty vehicle markets.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2024-12-16Acquired
1984-06-22IPO
Leadership Team
Colin Hindman
Chief Human Resources Officer
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