2nd Shift Team Lead- SRI Department

Position: 2nd Shift Team Lead – SRI Department
Location: Marion, IL
Shift: 2nd Shift
Starting Pay: $24.95/hr

Are you ready to take the next step in your leadership career? AISIN Manufacturing Illinois (AMI) is seeking a dedicated and motivated Team Lead to join our Sunroof Inspection Department on 2nd Shift. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll guide a team of production associates to meet daily targets for safety, quality, and output in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

As a Team Lead, you will be the critical link between hourly team members and department leadership. You'll assign tasks, ensure adherence to standard work procedures, troubleshoot issues, and foster a positive and productive team culture. This position plays a key role in driving safety initiatives, continuous improvement activities, and quality assurance processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily operations of a production line in the SRI Department
• Assign team members to positions based on staffing and production needs
• Monitor performance, conduct standardized work audits, and support team development
• Review production reports and lead daily shift communication with team members
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols, proper use of PPE, and ergonomic best practices
• Perform quality checks and assist with investigation and documentation of defects
• Respond to production issues (andon calls, stop calls) and help implement quick countermeasures
• Coordinate tool repairs, part shortages, and equipment concerns with appropriate departments
• Support cross-shift communication and collaboration with other Team Leads and Supervisors
• Assist with training, Kaizen (continuous improvement) activities, and 5S implementation
• Maintain accurate documentation including PM check sheets, quality reports, and training logs

What We're Looking For:

• Previous experience in a leadership role in manufacturing, ideally in an automotive or high-volume setting
• Strong communication skills and the ability to motivate and guide a team
• Attention to detail with a focus on quality and safety
• Ability to problem-solve and make quick decisions in a production environment
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing concepts (5S, Kaizen, standardized work) is a plus
• Willingness to work 2nd shift and support a physically active role on the production floor

Join a company that values innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement. If you're ready to lead by example and help shape the success of our team, we want to hear from you!

Apply today and build your future with AISIN.

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