Midwest Automotive Designs Team Lead

Location: Elkhart, IN

Department: Operations

The Team: Lead is primarily responsible for overseeing and helping lead a team of direct labor associates in the manufacture and assembly of products, components and parts for custom Class B RV's and Luxury Vehicles. Leading, coaching, and motivating team members to meet the expectations of the business unit concerning: Safety, Teamwork, Quality, Production, Cost, and 5S using lean practices are required. They must also maintain tidy work areas and follow detailed instructions in order to meet safety and quality requirements.

Primary Responsibilities: Meet and follow all safety and quality requirements Computer knowledge: Must be able to interpret and understand drawings, Bills of materials and other verbal and written instructions Identify and report errors when found on Prints and Bills of Materials Maintain Accountability for Safety, Quality, Production, Cost, and 5SInsure proper employee training and matrix tracking weekly Coach, develop, instruct, train, motivate, and hold employees accountable Be on floor at start-up, shut-downs, and breaks to lead team Work with other members of the assembly process to complete coaches within the allotted time frame. Ability to problem solve and use root cause analysis for continuous improvement And other duties as assigned

Qualifications: Minimum 2-5 years experience in lead/supervisory/management experience High school diploma required. Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred. Read, write, comprehend and verbally communicate in English Above average communication skills Capable of reading a tape measure and other measuring devices Attention to detail Ability to learn, utilize and promote Lean manufacturing techniques Good time management skills Cross functional and team leadership skill highly preferred Must be able to lift 40 pounds Good hand eye coordination Core Values Do What's Right Safety is Life Build Lasting Trust Think Like an Owner

Benefits: Employer Sponsored Medical Insurance Voluntary Dental Voluntary Vision Voluntary Life Insurance Company Paid Life Insurance 401(k) with Employer Match