Flex Production Leader- Req. 6945

Tenneco is one of the world’s leading designer, manufacturers and marketers of automotive products for original equipment and aftermarket customers, with approximately 78.000 team members working at more than 300 sites worldwide. Through our four business groups, Motorparts, Ride Performance, Clean Air and Powertrain, Tenneco is driving advancements in global mobility by delivering technology solutions for diversified global markets, including light vehicle, commercial truck, off-highway, industrial, motorsport and the aftermarket.

The responsibilities of the Production Team Leader include ensuring the safe and productive operation of the manufacturing processes and equipment; anticipate and resolve any problems that restrict the production process and to ensure that all policies are followed.  A production leader must be able to successfully perform and train operators in all areas of production including the primary and finishing side of Block, as well as all areas of Air Disc.

 

The candidate that we are searching for must be flexible to work any shift, which includes 12-hour 4* shifts (A, B, C, & D) as well as M-F 8-hour shifts (1st & 2nd).  This person must be able to switch shifts as needed with short notice. The selected candidate will be considered for development beyond a Team Leader.

 

Responsibilities: 

• Follow and promote all safety practices; to lead the team's proactive attention to safety, reporting all issues, and keeping work area clean and healthy.  Inspect all equipment prior to use and report any discrepancies immediately. 
• To assign job functions to other associates, reporting production and safety issues; ensure materials are staged as directed by the Production Scheduler; ensure the production lines have all necessary materials and orders for production.  Accurately and neatly produce all required documents, including production results, performance updates, quality issues, etc. 
• Working knowledge of SAP; able to perform and train employees on SAP production entries and retrieve necessary information; ensure quality of products and lead team in scrap elimination. 
• Set-up, operate, and troubleshoot all equipment within assigned areas.  Know how to perform Preventative Maintenance and adjustments for all equipment; complete PM's as required.  Forklift trained and able to train others.
• Train and motivate employees to peak performance; follow and train employees on standard work for assigned area and all other work instructions; keep team members informed; provide leadership by example for safety, performance, attendance, teamwork, personal integrity and support of company policies and goals. 

 

A Sr. Production Team Leader will have additional responsibilities, which will be reviewed if qualifications are met and offer is made.

 

Production Team Leader Basic Qualifications Include:

• High school diploma or GED 
• 1-2 years manufacturing leadership 
• Solid reading, writing and mathematics skills including decimals & fractions; ability to follow written and oral instructions; read and interpret precise measuring instruments; strong organizational skills; work well with others on the team; teachable, accurate, neat, respectful of others, flexible, manages time well, punctual, reliable, responsible, positive approach to work, initiative
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing preferred
• Computer skills in Microsoft Office Programs preferred

 

Sr. Production Team Leader Basic Qualifications include those listed above, with 7+ years' of leadership/supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment. A college degree is preferred, although equivalent experience and technical education may meet the requirements to be successful.  Testing and assessments may be required. This individual must also have the following skills: excellent communication skills, both written and oral; ability to multitask and quickly adjust from one challenge to another; Strong working knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and techniques; must have the ability to proficiently learn and use computer programs such as MS Work and Excel; Problem Solving Skills; self-directed; solid decision making skills.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.