Job Overview We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Automotive Production Group Leader to oversee and coordinate manufacturing operations within our automotive assembly facility. This leadership role involves managing production teams, ensuring adherence to safety standards, and driving process improvements to optimize efficiency and quality. The ideal candidate will possess strong mechanical knowledge, factory experience, and a proven ability to manage assembly line processes in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This position offers an opportunity to lead a dedicated team committed to excellence in automotive production.

MUST BE ABLE TO WORK ALL THREE SHIFTS

• MANDATORY Responsible for supervising and coordinating approximately 20-25 production employees , supported by two team leaders.

Oversees staffing, safety, production, quality, equipment performance, and continuous improvement. Responsibilities include assigning work, monitoring production and downtime, resolving operational and employee issues, maintaining records, and coaching team members. Requires strong communication, problem-solving, time-management, and basic computer skills, with knowledge of manufacturing processes and equipment preferred. Manufacturing / plant operations in a union environment.

• Arrives 30 minutes before shift to review staffing, call-offs, equipment status, and shift handoff before assigning the team.

Throughout the shift, maintains a strong floor presence, monitors safety and production, addresses equipment and employee issues, and supports continuous improvement through GMS. The environment is fast-paced and constantly changing , requiring flexibility and adaptability. Chance for extension/Direct-hire potential may be available for successful contractors based on performance and business needs. This is a strong opportunity for a candidate who enjoys being on the manufacturing floor, leading people, solving problems, and responding to new challenges every day . The environment is fast-paced and constantly changing, rather than a repetitive desk-based position. Candidates will gain hands-on leadership experience overseeing approximately 20-25 employees in a union manufacturing environment , while being responsible for safety, production, equipment coordination, employee matters, and continuous improvement.

Other candidate selling points include:

Exposure to a large-scale, fast-paced manufacturing operation. Hands-on people leadership within a union environment . Opportunity to participate in continuous improvement and process improvement. Significant overtime opportunity for candidates seeking additional income.

Education/Experience:

High school diploma or GED required. Associate's degree in business or related field preferred. 5 years' experience required.

• Relevant backgrounds include:
• Industry/manufacturing
• Industrial
• Business
• Demonstrated leadership Ideal candidate Profile
• Very fast paced environment; must be highly motivated. Comfortable being on the production floor.
• Managerial courage in a union environment
• Strategic vision
• Top 3 must-have hard skills 1 Basic Computer Skills 2 Interpersonal Skills 3

Problem Solving Pay:

$36.00

• $38.

00 per hour Expected hours: No less than 40.0 per week

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person