Manufacturing Team Lead I/II - D shift (Nights)

Company Description

THE COMPANY

Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2021, Continental generated sales of €33.8 billion and currently employs more than 190,000 people in 58 countries and markets. On October 8, 2021, the company celebrated its 150th anniversary. The Automotive group sector comprises technologies for passive safety, brake, chassis, motion and motion control systems. Innovative solutions for assisted and automated driving, display and operating technologies, as well as audio and camera solutions for the vehicle interior, are also part of the portfolio, as is intelligent information and communication technology for the mobility services of fleet operators and commercial vehicle manufacturers. Comprehensive activities relating to connectivity technologies, vehicle electronics and high-performance computers round off the range of products and services.

The Automotive group sector comprises technologies for passive safety, brake, chassis, motion, and motion control systems. Innovative solutions for assisted and automated driving, display, and operating technologies, as well as audio and camera solutions for the vehicle interior, are also part of the portfolio, as is intelligent information and communication technology for the mobility services of fleet operators and commercial vehicle manufacturers. Comprehensive activities relating to connectivity technologies, vehicle electronics and high-performance computers round off the range of products and services. Are you ready to shape the future with us? 

Job Description

HOW YOU WILL MAKE A DIFFERENCE:
• Organizing, training, and leading daily activities of a manufacturing team consisting of production operators.
• Leading the production team’s daily start-up meeting, ergonomic work, and establishes job rotation.
• Conducting on-the-job training and maintains required training documentation for all employees assigned to the work cells.
• Guiding the team in the development and use of standard work instructions.
• Performing first response troubleshooting and minor first line maintenance activities during production line down.
• Ensuring team achieves daily 5S+1, quality, delivery, Kaizen, and cost goals.
• Making recommendations for individual recognition for goal achievement and contributions.
• Employing various problem-solving techniques (5 Why, etc.) to drive problems to permanent corrective action.
• Driving Kaizen activities to ensure continuous improvement within the work cells.
• Ensuring individual and team compliance to established policies and procedures.
• Leading the team in completion of required preventative maintenance activities.
• Performing cell audits and inspections and follows-up on abnormalities; charts/tracks team progress.
• Must be able to perform the essential job functions of a Manufacturing Associate operator as required.

THE ENVIRONMENT

• Safety is our highest priority and safety procedures / guidelines must be always adhered to. This includes safety wear such as ESD Composite Toe Shoes, Smocks, and other PPE as required.
• This role is within a climate-controlled facility environment where you will be exposed to robots and pedestrian traffic, and noise.
• The role involves various physical tasks, including lifting and operating machinery, with comprehensive training provided.

Full-Time (4 days working, 4 days off)
D Shift: 9:30pm-8:00am

Qualifications

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE:
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• 1+ years working in a manufacturing environment
• Maintains a safe work environment
• Adheres to quality standards
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Effectively communicates with team members & leadership
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening
• Relocation will not be provided
• Ability to speak, read and write in English

ADDITIONAL WAYS TO STAND OUT:
• 3+ years’ experience working in a manufacturing environment                                               
• 2+ years’ experience leading a team in a manufacturing environment
• Experience training manufacturing associates
• Experience utilizing continuous improvement measures
• Intermediate computer skills
• Strong mechanical aptitude

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds unassisted
• Must be able to stand for per