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Group Leader - 2nd Shift

Multimatic
New Haven, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 20 Nov 2025

About the role

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Maintain a clean and safe work environment at all times.   
    • Strict adherence to 6s protocols
    • Ensure all required PPE is properly utilized
      • Safety Glasses
      • Hearing Protection
      • Safety Shoes
      • Protective gloves (sleeves if required)
      • Face Shield as required
      • Ensure Safety Incident Reports are completed when there is an injury

  • Coordinate safety improvement projects and actively participate in continuous improvement activities.
  • Ability to safely and efficiently perform all production work in your respective area of responsibility.
  • Conduct daily pre-shift meetings; provide meaningful & relevant information: e.g.,
    • Safety Alerts
    • Quality Alerts
    • OEE Performance
    • Machine/Equipment status
    • Manning Assignments
  • Embrace the leadership philosophy of “Servitude Leadership”.
  • Lead through Coaching & Mentoring.
  • Make people feel they’re valued.
  • Adherence to Day 1-5; weeks 2-4 training program
  • Train associates using Standard Work Instructions (SWI).
  • Fully utilize associates from “whistle to whistle”.
  • Manage equipment/machine breakdowns by being acutely aware of issue(s) & directing personnel & support staff.
  • Follow up, follow up, follow up.
  • Assure Production Boards in their assigned area are reviewed and initialed on an hourly basis.
  • Identify and label any suspect or defective parts or components and assure timely disposition of product.
  • Communicate all quality and/or process changes to associates and provide training as required.
  • Provide clear & detailed communication to your supervisor, support staff & shift to shift pass downs.
  • Assist supervisor with associate performance reviews regarding safety, quality, efficiency, cooperation and accountability.
  • Awareness & understanding of inventory systems Maintain accurate inventory by regular interaction with the Materials department.
  • Create and/or assist with work instructions for new and existing processes and maintain their accuracy.
  • Understand and perform the supervisor’s responsibilities in their absence.
  • Performs other duties as directed by the supervisor or designee.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily; including but, not limited to the following:

  • Consistently exhibit a positive and enthusiastic approach towards associates, co-workers & support staff.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED).    One year or more automotive manufacturing experience.  Prior leadership and/or technical experience would benefit this individual.  Must be able to perform and understand all job functions of a production operator. 

To learn more about Multimatic, check out our youtube channel - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=psOjJIh3t90

If you are interested in this position, apply by sending us your cover letter and resume.


We thank all interested candidates in advance; however, only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.


As part of our commitment to ensuring our employment practices are fair, accessible, and inclusive of persons with disabilities, recruitment-related accommodations for disabilities, are available upon request throughout the recruitment and assessment process for applicants with disabilities.

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