AUTOKINITON delivers operational excellence, high-quality execution, and customer service. We offer 100% vertical integration capabilities such as end-to-end engineering, manufacturing, and in-house logistics. We’re proud of our Tier 1 supplier legacy for manufacturing propulsion-agnostic, structural automotive components, and assemblies around the globe.
The Operations Superintendent-2nd Shift reports directly to the Operations Manager and will oversee the activities of the Shift and Supervisors to achieve optimal levels of safety, quality, productivity, and delivery to assure internal and external customer satisfaction.
- Foster an employee engagement culture conductive to maximize employee morale and productivity.
- Establish and monitor overall Plant performance for production and quality standards.
- Incorporate shop floor organization and safety among all Associates.
- Enact contingency plans as needed; escalates and direct activities during systems problems, disasters, etc.
- Identify potential problems, troubleshoots escalate issues to management, and participate in analysis of problems providing input for future process improvements.
- Coach Shift Supervisors to attain maximum levels of production utilization and efficiency.
- The role is a key function of the Operations Team and reports to the Operations Manager.
SUCCESS FACTORS :
Bachelor's degree preferred or some college / training and 5+ years of career progression toward operations management at a metal assembly manufacturer within automotive industry.Demonstrate Plant leadership skills that coach and empower Associates to achieve production goals.5+years’ experience in manufacturing safety requirements, production metrics including shift KPIs, lean manufacturing, CI initiatives, etc.Proven ability to manage changing priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team to meet production goals while meeting customer deadlines.Excellent interpersonal and communication skillsProficiency MS Office, ERP (e.g. QAD, SAP, etc.).If this position aligns with your current / next career goals, apply, continue to build your career, and make valuable contributions to our Grand Ledge Management Team!