Materials Team Lead - 2nd Shift

We are AUTOKINITON (pronounced auto-ken-i- TAHN )

AUTOKINITON is a Michigan-based family of automotive companies delivering operational excellence, high-quality execution, and customer service. We offer 100% vertical integration capabilities such as end-to-end engineering, manufacturing, and in-house logistics.

We’re proud of our Tier 1 supplier legacy for manufacturing propulsion-agnostic, structural automotive components, and assemblies around the globe.

To help us drive excellence, you’ll get to:

· Ensures all Team Members understand and follow PPE and plant safety procedures.

· Ensures all incidents or accidents are reported to the Materials Supervisor and Materials Manager and documented in AIC on the same day of occurrence.

· Serves as backup for all positions within the department, as needed.

· Coordinates and communicates with the Material Superintendent regarding personnel shortages or overtime needs to ensure proper coverage.

· Communicates overtime and coverage needs to the team as required.

· Ensures all team members are at their workstations at the start of each shift.

· Assists in determining priorities and allocating resources to ensure work is completed efficiently.

· Maintains 6S standards and oversees assigned 6S responsibilities.

· Provides short-term coverage for team members as needed to maintain workflow.

This role is an hourly position within our team leader reports to the Material Supervisor.

Required experience:

· High School diploma or equivalent

· Previous manufacturing experiences a plus.

Working conditions:

· We’ll provide position-specific details including physical and focused efforts, working environment and conditions, and reasonable accommodations during the interview process.

Where you’ll be:

This position is located at our Greenville facility in Fountain Inn, South Carolina offering many community events, resources, programs, and recreational opportunities for you and your family.

Community features:

· Greenville SC is located situated in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, approximately halfway between Atlanta, GA and Charlotte, NC.

· Falls Park on the Reedy has riverside gardens, a suspension bridge and waterfall views.

· Crystal-clear lakes, pristine waterfalls and gorgeous mountain vistas make the Upcountry a destination all its own.

Why you’ll enjoy working here:

• Competitive Wages and Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with Company contribution match, and 14 paid holidays, including a bridge holiday in December.

• Work-Life Balance: Many of our Associates have stayed with us for 25+ years! It takes a good work-life balance to make it that far. We support your personal and professional priorities as they impact your well-being.

• Growth Opportunities: Take your career to the next level through tuition reimbursement programs, on-the-job training, learning management systems, and advancement opportunities from within our organization.

• Learning and Development: We empower all our Associates – from entry-level to senior-level – with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in their current roles and beyond at AUTOKINITON.

AUTOKINITON Promotes a dynamic and collaborative work environment for everyone.

AUTOKINITON is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. AUTOKINITON makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

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Required Skills

Required Experience

REQUIRED SKILLS: 

• Understanding and knowledge of the process involved in developing a Quality Improvement Plan (QIP). 

• Familiarity with the _Improving School Readiness for Head Start Act of 2007, _Head Start and Early Head Start Programs, OHS Monitoring Protocols and processes,  and knowledge of _Head Start Program Performance Standards _and Other Regulations. 

• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment. 

• Sustained concentration and attention to detail and accuracy. 

• Ability to prioritize and manage work load and deadlines. 

• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills. 

• Risk management skills (e.g., identification/ analysis). 

• Providing training and technical consulting assistance to an audience with varying skill levels.