Assistant Lead

About the role

Are you ready to take your skills to the next level? Look no further than McGard, a leading company in the automotive industry!

Responsibilities

• Directs subordinate personnel in the task of inspection, assembly, or packaging of parts when the Lead is unavailable.
• Committed to ensuring the achievement of continuous improvement within area of expertise, as well as areas of business in order to remain at the forefront of meeting Company objectives, thus proactively satisfying customers.
• Mandates completion and maintenance of required safety classes, trainings, and certifications within the specific position/department.
• Aware of relevance and importance of their activities and how they contribute to the achievement of the quality objectives.
• Requires an employee to work their regularly scheduled shift; ability to work overtime & weekends.
• Must be aware of and comply with related IATF/ISO procedures, as applicable.
• Supports the Lead in ensuring that all subordinates’ work is performed in accordance with specific Work Instructions, Production Work Orders, and/or additional instructional manuals/reference documents.
• Utilizes the computer to access/print supporting documentation and for production inquiries when required.
• Captures non-conforming components and coordinates their removal from department as needed.
• Aware of and complies with personal protective equipment/safety procedures regarding co-workers’ daily operation.
• Assists in the training and educating of coworkers.
• Communicates with other departments via department email to address production concerns, equipment issues, material shortages, and quality concerns.
• Monitors departmental metrics to ensure production and production efficiency.
• Addresses any quality issues that are generated in the AOR.
• Coordinates corrective action.
• Supports shift handoff activities by communicating production status, priorities, and unresolved issues to incoming personnel.
• Promotes a positive team environment through effective communication, leadership by example, and employee engagement.

Requirements

• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both written and orally.
• High school diploma or General education degree (GED).
• Associate’s degree in a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment preferred.
• Previous lead, trainer, or supervisory experience required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Utilizes computer systems to access production data, reports, work instructions, and other supporting documentation.

Qualifications

• Physical demands: Position requires individual to be capable of traveling & working throughout the entire facility, within reasonable accommodation. The noise level is usually moderate.

Skills

• Communication skills
• Leadership skills
• Quality control
• Microsoft Office proficiency

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package, including 10 company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO). Discretionary, annual profit sharing. Exciting and challenging projects in a collaborative work environment. On-site walking trail and convenience cafeteria. Supportive and inclusive company culture that values employee well-being and work-life balance.