AISIN World Corp. of America · 1 day ago
Group Leader - Tool Regrind
Durham, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
4+ years expAISIN World Corp. of America is seeking a Group Leader in Tool Engineering to oversee a team focused on meeting quality standards and continuous improvement. The role involves supervising team leaders, ensuring safety and productivity goals are met, and fostering collaboration across departments.
AutomotiveElectronicsManufacturingMechanical EngineeringProduct DesignSalesSupply Chain Management
Responsibilities
Ensure company goals/targets are met on a daily basis regarding: Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Manpower, 4S, Machine up-time, etc
Leads continuous improvement activities that can increase productivity and reduce cost
Develop, implement, follow and countermeasure plans in support of company and departmental goals and targets. Especially quick implementation of CMs of customer issues. Work steadily and consistently towards targets
Work with Tool Engineers to write Work Instructions for different applications
Learn to understand gear regrind such as broaches, splines, hobs, pot broach, along with operate all machines in tool regrind
Foster good working relationships between Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, PC, Maintenance, and Japanese coordinators to achieve goals
Mediate, as necessary, to work through problems. Be “hands on” and demonstrate “Genchi Genbutsu” (go and see) for significant issues
Fosters communication between Team Leaders and Managers and works closely with other Group leaders in Manufacturing, Assembly, and Quality, Engineering and Manufacturing support groups
Provides guidance to Team Leaders regarding policies and procedures and maintains heavy focus on safety, quality, production and continuous improvement efforts
Manage Team Members time off schedule such as vacation, FMLA, PTO and working hours. Make improvements to reduce over time
Provide reports weekly in product availability and rework
Qualification
Required
4-7 years of Machining experience
2 years experience in a leadership capacity, overseeing a team of skilled colleagues
Proven Leadership and communication skills that can influence a diverse team member population
2 years production and problem solving experience including TPS, 5 why's and PDCA
Strong organization and planning skills
Ability to handle multiple tasks at one time and deal with frequent interruptions
Self-Motivated, Team Oriented, and must display a positive approach towards change and flexibility in daily operations
Minimum High School Diploma
Preferred
3-5 years Manufacturing Experience in High Volume Production
Understanding of basic gear cutting and measurement
Basic knowledge of cutting tool such as insert, drill, end mill, reamer, etc
General knowledge of metal cutting processes & tooling
Successful completion of an Associates Degree in an affiliated field of study
Company
AISIN World Corp. of America
Based in Kariya City, Aichi, Japan, AISIN Corporation is a $35 billion Top 10 global Tier One supplier of automotive components and systems with over 200 consolidated companies spanning over 20 countries and some 120,000 employees.
201-500 employees
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