Production Group Leader I 3rd Shift

You want to love what you do and love where you work. Gentex gives you the best of both worlds. A global technology company headquartered in Zeeland Michigan Gentex is an 8-time winner of the Top Workplaces in Michigan.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The purpose of the Production Group Leader I position is to develop work teams dedicated to producing high-quality products meeting production requirements and practicing continuous improvement. This role is responsible for managing the business of the assigned manufacturing area with regards to people safety quality delivery and cost.

WHAT YOULL DO

• Promote physical emotional and professional safety of all team members. Provide resources and remove barriers allowing teams to be effective.
• Lead and manage a team of direct reports including recordkeeping time-tracking training/development and managing performance.
• Communicate the companys policies and objectives and interface between the employees and the company.
• Emphasize demonstrate and coach commitment to continuous improvement through lean manufacturing practices utilizing 5S 8 Forms of Waste etc.
• Demonstrate technical knowledge of current and new equipment and/or processes in order to support their development and optimization.
• Lead and/or participate in cross-functional teams regarding the concentration and execution of corrective actions by identifying the root cause (5 Whys 8Ds).
• Ownership and communication of departmental key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Create a positive working environment which eliminates fear and intimidation and fosters team growth and professionalism.
• Interface with other departments on the production groups behalf to ensure that company quality standards and customer requirements are met.
• Plan production to meet customer demands while maintaining a high level of product quality required by the customer.
• Participate in cross-functional teams to ensure manufacturing readiness of new products and processes.
• Handle disciplinary actions of team members according to company policy and with the assistance of Human Resources.
• Develop working knowledge of all workstations within the manufacturing area.
• Other duties as assigned.

HOW YOULL DO IT

• Employee relations - Understands and demonstrates knowledge of company rules principles and best practices related to employee conduct performance and dispute resolution.
• Communicates effectively - Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey clear understanding taking into account the unique needs of different audiences.
• Building teams - Works with staff to strengthen the team. Leads by example. Goes beyond the expected to ensure the success of all involved.
• Mentors and coaches - Provides timely guidance and feedback (both positive and constructive) to help others recognize strengths and development opportunities. Invites the tough conversations.
• Conceptual thinking - Finding effective solutions by taking a holistic abstract or theoretical perspective.
• Analytical thinking - Tackling a problem by using a logical systematic and sequential approach.
• Diagnostic Information gathering - Identifying the information needed to clarify a situation seek that information from appropriate sources and use skillful questioning to draw out the information.
• Complying with all Company policies and procedures safety regulations company safety policies and safely perform all duties including but not limited to promoting a safe workplace.
• Maintaining high level of honesty integrity and confidentiality with respect to company matters.
  

WHAT TO BRING

• 2 - 4-year degree in a related field and/or equivalent relevant experience.
• Proven leadership experience.

WHAT WILL HELP

• Management experience preferred.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment.

Gentex is an equal opportunity employer

Gentex extends equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees regardless of an individuals race color religion national origin age sex (including pregnancy gender identity and sexual orientation) disability marital status military service height weight genetic information or any other reason protected by law.

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Gentex is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. For accommodation requests email us at . Gentex will not discriminate against any qualified individual who can perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

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