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Team Leader

Shyft Group

Kansas City, Missouri

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Auditing, Computer Skills, Continuous Improvement, Cost Control, Entrepreneurship, Flexible Spending Accounts, Healthcare Reimbursement, Identify Issues, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Quality Assurance, Quality Metrics, Regulations, Safety Training, Staff Motivation, Team Lead/Manager, Training/Teaching
LOCATION
Kansas City, Missouri
POSTED
1 day ago
Team Leader | Utilimaster | Kansas City, MO

Regular Employee | Hourly Non-Exempt | $22.00 - 24.00

What you'll do:

SUMMARY:

You will be responsible for leading your team with safety, 5S, quality, delivery to takt time, and controlling costs in your department. This position requires you to train, direct, and hold accountability to the policies and processes of the organization through consistent, fair, and equal leadership practices. Must be flexible with work hours/assignments and have a good knowledge of the manufacturing build process.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Must be flexible with work hours/assignments and have a good knowledge of the manufacturing build process

You will be required to be able to train your team to read installation and assembly prints, troubleshoot production issues, safety and 5S processes and regulations

You must be proficient with computers (knowledge of applicable portions of Aurora is a plus)

Must have strong leadership skills including the ability to motivate co-workers, have a positive attitude, be highly organized and have a strong desire to be proactive in dealing with product and people issues

What you need to be successful:

HS Diploma or GED required

Must be full-time and must have at least 1-year experience in commercial vehicle assembly (Walk-ins, Truck Bodies/PDVs)

Understand and lead safety requirements, respond to/correct unsafe practices immediately, and perform regular audits of your area to ensure compliance to our safety requirements and practices

In the event of an injury, promptly investigate and document as required, and address corrective measures to prevent further injuries

Understand environmental requirements as applicable and maintain compliance

Train and hold accountability to the 5S process and expectation of your area

Do regular audits to ensure the practices and processes are followed driving continuous improvement

Understand & communicate Quality Assurance standards

Drive training and accountability with your team for following our policies and procedures for a quality product

Ensure quality expectations are consistently achieved - issues are properly addressed and contained within the department

Identify and coordinate all required and necessary training

Be able to facilitate daily start-of-shift & other group meetings effectively and efficiently, holding accountability to the actions driven

Consistently display behaviors that support the company values with a sense of urgency to exceed our customers' expectations

You must able to promptly address technical and behavioral performance issues

You must be able to drive change and continuous improvement throughout the work area

Why The Shyft Group?
Our people are our greatest asset, and your success is our success! That's why we provide comprehensive benefits that support your health, financial security, and work-life balance-so you can thrive both personally and professionally.
  • Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA, Wellness Plan
  • Financial Security: 401(k) with match, Disability, Life Insurance
  • Work/Life & Growth: Educational Reimbursement, EAP, Dependent Care.
At The Shyft Group, we don't just offer benefits-we invest in your well-being. Join us and experience the difference!

Who we are:
The Shyft Group is the North American leader in specialty vehicles, including last-mile delivery vans, work trucks, and motorhome chassis. Our 10 brands- Utilimaster®, Blue Arc™, Royal® Truck Body, DuraMag®, Magnum®, Strobes-R-Us®, Spartan® RV Chassis, Red Diamond™, Builtmore™ and Independent Truck Upfitters™-are powered by 3,000+ team members across the U.S. and Canada.

Backed by 50 years of innovation and a supportive, entrepreneurial culture, we're leading the way in electrification and proudly ranked among Fortune's 100 Fastest Growing Companies.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
The Shyft Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified Individual with a Disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply, please email us at ca

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