Foam Line Group Leader

Job Description

Supervise all activities within the foam department with direction from the Foam Assistant Manager. Sets up standards of performance, measures progress, sets up and controls work flow and determines personnel needs based on production schedules and with the assistance of the Operations Manager and Human Resources.

Duties and Responsibilities (but not limited to):

• Direct Supervision of foam personnel, including time entry and discipline issues.
• Direct and coordinate production, processing and distribution in Foam Department to ensure manufacturing objectives are accomplished; review with Operations manager as needed.
• Responsible for the optimization of all foam processes.
• Responsible for managing foam inventory, including keeping scrap at a minimum.
• Foam hardness adjustments. Write/ optimize foam pour patterns.
• Inspect and test all incoming chemical shipments for acceptance.
• Assist with all Engineering changes, as well implementing final design; includes foam components and foam pad design.
• Responsible for inspecting final repair, as well as optimizing mold function for optimal part quality.
• Provide technical assistance to maintenance personnel within Foam Department.
• Calibration and function of foam mix head.
• Review processing schedules and production orders to make decisions concerning inventory requirements, staffing requirements, work procedures, and duty assignments.
• Work with Human Resources to hire, train, evaluate, resolve employee concerns and grievances, and process terminations.
• Monitor, control, and make recommendations to minimize labor overtime costs within foam department.
• Prepare and maintain production reports for proper action and recording.
• Work with Assistant Manager in setting and monitoring standards, examining samples of raw products or directing testing during processing, to ensure finished products are of prescribed quality.
• Confer with team leads to coordinate operation activities within or between departments.
• Plan and establish work schedules, assignments, and production sequences to meet production goals.
• Assist in developing and implementing production tracking and quality control systems, analyzing production, quality control, maintenance, and other operational reports, to detect production problems.
• Recommend procedures for facility and equipment maintenance or modification, including the replacement of machines.
• Work with Assistant Manager to implement and maintain various programs such as preventative maintenance; environmental, health and safety; training; and continuous improvement.
• Demonstrate equipment operations and safety procedures to new employees, or assign employees to experienced workers for training.
• Observe work flow and processes, and monitor gauges, dials, and other indicators to ensure operators conform to production, processing, and/or quality standards.
• Provides direction, development and leadership to floor associates.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Authorization Level:

• Able to start or stop all productions of facility
• Able to discipline employees, hire and terminate employees with Human Resources approval.
• Able to schedule necessary changes with production, logistics, materials, etc.
  
  

Qualifications:

• Must have at least 1-2 years’ experience working in an automotive manufacturing environment as a Production Supervisor or Team Lead.
  
  

Education:

• High school diploma. Associate level college preferred
  
  

Technical/ Computer Skills:

• Skills and knowledge within the automotive seating industry (experience in the seating industry is an advantage, but not a "must have")
• Knowledge of PU foam systems including high pressure mix heads
• Automotive manufacturing processes
• Robot programming
• Leadership skills and experience
• Basic skills in business economics and time and motion studies
• Broad knowledge of OSHA and workplace health and safety programs
• Broad knowledge and understanding of quality systems
• Complete understanding of the MS Office Suite including MS Project
  
  

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• regularly required to talk and hear
• frequently required to sit, stand, bend at the knees and waist, and walk
• required to use hands to type, handle objects and paperwork
• required to reach and hold on to items at chest level or reach above the shoulder
• may be required to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
• required to use close vision and be able to focus
• ability to work extended hours as needed
• ability to travel domestic US and/or international if needed
  
  

The employee generally works in warehouse and indoor office environments but occasionally works out of doors, in all types of weather and on uneven terrain. Overtime may be required.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Hyundai Transys Georgia Seating System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Hyundai Transys Georgia Seating System is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through application of its equal opportunity, non-discrimination, anti-harassment policies in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. All employment decisions at Hyundai Transys Georgia Seating System are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.Group Leader

Duties:

• Supervise a team of warehouse workers to ensure efficient and safe operations
• Assign tasks and provide guidance to team members
• Monitor productivity and quality of work
• Train new employees on proper procedures and safety protocols
• Collaborate with other departments to coordinate workflow and resolve issues
• Maintain inventory accuracy and perform regular audits
• Operate hand tools and power tools as needed for warehouse tasks
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures
  
  

Skills:

• Strong leadership abilities with the ability to motivate and inspire a team
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Organizational skills to effectively manage tasks, priorities, and deadlines
• Attention to detail to ensure accuracy in inventory management
• Knowledge of warehouse operations, including the use of hand tools and power tools
• Ability to problem solve and make decisions in a fast-paced environment
  
  

We offer competitive pay, benefits package, and opportunities for career growth within our organization.

If you are a motivated individual with strong leadership skills, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our team as a Group Leader.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $40,928.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
  
  

Schedule:

• 8 + hour shift
  
  

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities
  
  

Work Location: In person