Team Lead

Team Lead Country/Region:

US Location:

Charleston, SC, US, 29418 Req

ID 86970

| North Charleston, SC, United States ZF CV Systems North America LLC

• Position Summary
• The Production Team Lead is responsible for the performance of the production line and ensures that the line meets safety, quality and production standards and goals.
• Position Responsibilities
• + Maintain a safe work environment by strictly adhering to all Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) policies and procedures.

+ Ensure compliance with company policies, quality management standards (IATF 16949), and industry regulations. + Drive Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) improvements by achieving daily availability, performance, and quality goals. + Troubleshoot equipment issues and perform minor repairs as needed ensure machinery is functioning correctly before escalating to Maintenance Technicians. + Evaluate production priorities and orders, set up the production line, and execute production plans to achieve production targets. + Perform timely and accurate changeovers, optimize workflows, perform preventive maintenance, and quickly identify and resolve issues with equipment, materials, and process to improve efficiency. + Closely monitor processes and quickly escalate issues to ensure timely resolution. + Record and track safety, performance, and quality data i.e., hourly tracker, 1st piece yield, cell performance boards, backflushes, etc. + Verify that all procedures and documentation are accurate and up to date. + Effectively manage non-conforming material (NCM) by containing, segregating, and performing scrap transactions, as necessary. + Assign and utilize staff in the most efficient and effective way based on their training, skills, and experience. + Communicate effectively with upstream and downstream processes and between shifts to ensure production requirements are met. + Ensure that materials are available and on the line throughout the shift. + Identify areas for improvement and suggest changes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. + Create and drive close improvement actions to prevent recurrence, improve, and get back on track. + Complete assigned training to support personal growth and development. + Train operators, as needed to help meet quality and production standards and improve line performance. + Work extended, or flexible hours as required to cover gaps in operator coverage and ensure operational continuity. + Perform special projects as requested and other duties as assigned to support overall business objectives.

• Essential Skills and Experience
• + High school diploma or GED equivalent + 2+ years, experience in manufacturing.

+ Demonstrated mechanical maintenance proficiency, Industrial Maintenance Levels 1&2 skills + In depth knowledge of assembly line processes and machinery. + Demonstrated leadership experience. + Understanding of production, quality, and safety metrics. + Good communication and coaching skills + Working knowledge of safety practices and quality systems. + Comfortable directing team assignments. + Proven critical thinking skills. + Familiar with quality management standards and problem-solving tools. + Experience with Microsoft Office (i.e., Excel, Word, etc.). + Understanding of Lean practices + English language competency. Be part of our ZF team as Team Lead and apply now! Contact Charnequa Butts +1 843 740 2996 DIVERSITY

COMMITMENT

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are more than just words for us. They are at the core of the ZF Way that propels our team members towards their utmost success. We strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a natural reflex. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that every member of ZF can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape next generation mobility, safety, sustainability and social justice. With four generations across 118 nationalities in 41 countries, ZF combines a unique variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas. Together, we solve problems, drive innovation and shape next generation mobility. Our company is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with us and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please contact us. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. ZF is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran

• What does DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion) mean for ZF as a company?
• At ZF, we continuously strive to build and maintain a culture where inclusiveness is lived and diversity is valued.

We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that all our employees can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this vision in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape the future of mobility. Find out how we work at

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