Machining Group Leader

Position Summary

The Group Leader supervises Team Leaders and Team Members in a highly automated and demanding machining environment while establishing and maintaining quality and production standards within the Machining Department.

Essential Functions

Corporate:

• Adheres to the policies and procedures.
• Learns, demonstrates and upholds HTGP Core Values.
• Complies with all HTGP Certification standards; Management System (IATF16949), Environmental 45001, Health and Safety OHSAS 18001 policies and procedures.
• Treats all HTGP Team Members with respect and professional courtesy.
• Always strives to maintain a positive work environment.
• Performs additional assignments / duties as required by management.

EHS:

• Adheres to all safety policies and procedures.
• Complies with all safety policies and 5S clean philosophy to maintain a safe, clean working environment.
• Consistently meets company safety goals.

Technical:

• Adjusts machine settings in response to problems or quality reports.
• Displays knowledge and skills necessary to perform all assigned duties.
• Tracks and controls department supplies to meet department budget.
• Works with suppliers to improve equipment or processes.
• Develops and recommends improvements of process or equipment or procedures to improve safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Understands process and procedures, standards and methods.
• Generates and understand daily, weekly & monthly performance reports.
• Completes analysis for shift issues such as quality, safety, production, down time and tooling.
• Develops and maintains quality measuring equipment SOP’s and work instructions.Leadership:
• Responsible for safety, quality, cost, and delivery targets for a production area.
• Directs multiple team leaders and their respective zones.
• Plans and tracks all training required to enhance the skills and competency of all Team Members.
• Monitors daily SPC checks to ensure quality and control plan requirements.
• Tracks and controls machining scrap, leaker scrap, visual scrap and assembly returns.
• Builds and sustains positive relationships and handles conflict effectively.
• Promotes department goals by providing guidance to all Team Members.
• Ensures Team Members adheres to policies and procedures.
• Enforces clean philosophy to maintain a clean working environment.
• Implements and enforces department quality alerts, corrective actions & counter measures.
• Monitors work operations and provide direction as needed.
• Works with leadership in all departments to ensure communication between departments.
• Assists in any special project assigned to Machining Department.

Education

• High School/GED (required)
• 4 Year Degree or comparable background of work related experience (preferred)

Reporting

• Reports To: Machining Assistant Manager
• Direct Reports: up to 5

Competency Requirements

SUPERVISORY COMPETENCY

Effectively demonstrates leadership/management competencies; communicates critical issues to manager in a timely manner; meets deadlines; manages and resolves conflicts in a positive manner; creates a positive work environment; coaches and mentors Team Members; facilitates Team Member learning; clearly defines development expectations; measures results/outcomes; understands importance of labor relations; manages Team Member/ unit performance; determines objectives/strategies; controls budget/resource utilization; meets unit/department goals; effectively uses process/project management principles; demonstrates and applies policy and procedures to achieve area business results; develops and implements countermeasures to eliminate root cause and prevent problem recurrence; provides data as needed.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Communication: Works to insure respectful, timely, accurate and appropriate communication across all levels of the organization.
• Initiative: Identifies problems and takes action in light of this identification to address current or future problems. Proactively does things and does not simply think about future actions.
• Engagement: Engages team members in developing goals, executing plans and delivering results (output). Motivates team members through clear and consistent communication. Models adaptability. Uses collaboration and influence skills to achieve successful outcomes.
• Leads by Example: Sets a good example for subordinates to follow. Does not ask subordinates to do anything he/she is not willing to do.
• Customer Service Orientation: Focuses efforts on discovering and meeting the customer’s needs. Develops trust in all relationships internally and externally.
• Work Habits: Efficiently organizes and executes assignments. Demonstrates self-discipline and reliability.
• Analytical Skills / Problem Solving: Understands situations, problems, or issues by breaking them down into smaller pieces, or tracing the implications of a situation in a step by step way. Systematically organizes the parts of problems. Makes systematic comparisons of data or aspects, prioritizing, planning, and developing countermeasures.
• Flexibility / Adaptability: Adapts and works effectively in a variety of situations and with various individuals or groups. Seeks and appreciates opposing perspectives on issues. Adapts approach as the requirements of the situation change. Changes or easily accepts change in organization or job requirements.
• Works Safely: Strives for an accident-free workplace. Keeps safety at the “heart” of everything done. Treats safety as a personal responsibility and sees oneself as being responsible for the safety of others.
• Team Work: Contributes meaningfully to work group efforts by offering new ideas for improvement. Demonstrates a cooperative manner in dealing with supervisors and other team members. Does his/her part toward group efforts.
• Mutual Respect and Support: Works cooperatively with others. Welcomes and takes advantage of opposing ideas and opinions. Is always respectful to others.

TECHNICAL COMPETENCY*

Displays knowledge & skills necessary to perform assigned duties; understands Processes, procedures, standards, methods and technologies related to assignments; demonstrates functional/technical literacy; participates in measuring outcomes of work; keeps current on new developments in field of expertise: effectively uses available technology (automation, software, etc.)

• Applies companywide but are specifically defined per position essential functions.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Physical demands in a manufacturing environment may also , at times include safely handling various parts and / or handling the parts flow in and out of manufacturing work areas which requires pushing and pulling of carts, cases, pallets. Work environment is climate controlled in most areas of the facility.

Position Requirements and Qualifications

• 4 - 6 years job related experience
• Three years’ supervisory experience (preferred)
• Ability to read and understand part drawings

Software Skills Required

• MS-Excel
• MS-Word
• SAP
• ADP
• MS-PowerPoint
• MS-Outlook
• VAATZ

Other Information

• Position may require domestic or international travel.
• Flexibility in working hours to include nights, weekends and holidays as required.
• OT required as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States and possess the basic ability to read, write and communicate in English.
• Must satisfactorily complete HTGP hiring process requirements, which includes phone interview, in-person interview, medical and functional assessment, drug screen and background check.
• Candidates must be able to work some overtime hours and occasional weekend days.
• Candidates must be capable of working on their feet for long periods, demonstrating hand dexterity and tolerating repetitious work patterns.

This role description is a guideline and does not create contractual rights between theCompany and any of its employees. The Company does not enter into any type of employment contract, implied or written, with its employees regarding job security. This Organization Participates in E-Verify. We maintain a drug free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.