Assembly Line Team Lead - 3rd Shift

As Saab Continues to expand the West Lafayette operation, we are seeking a 3rd Shift Team Lead to help build a high-performance team supporting the Structural operation.

Responsibilities

• Provide day to day guidance on work activity and instructions as provided by the supervisor
• Clearly communicate daily production goals, as well as facilitate meetings and present on project status
• When not functioning as a team leader, expected to be working in the functional area of operation (anticipate 80% production work)
• Execute standardized work procedures to deliver 100% quality according to sub-assembly standards for aircraft structure
• Champion all KPIs - including safety, quality, cost, delivery, morale, and innovation
• Contribute to a people-first culture in alignment with Saab values : Trust, Drive, Expertise, and Support
• Adhere to and promote Saab 6S program, maintaining a safe and clean environment
• Create a positive work environment that inspires the team to grow in confidence, product knowledge, communication, and collaboration with other functional areas
• Serve as a mentor for on-the-job training of new employees, and act as a subject matter expert with manufacturing activities in their area of responsibility
• Demonstrate the ability to understand and implement continuous improvement plans
• Provide general guidance when there are questions about local work rules and operational policies, escalating when needed
• Assist with coverage for team member absences to ensure day to day activities and goals are achieved
• Support supervisor on efficiently executing daily goals and objectives
• Lead GEMBA presentations
• Other tasks as assigned and authorized

Compensation

Base hourly rate up to $31.00 per hour

Shift Premium : $2.00 per hour

Skills and Experience

Citizenship Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen, Permanent Resident (green card holder), or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Drug-Free Workplaces

Saab is a federal government contractor and adheres to policies and programs necessary for sustaining drug-free workplaces. As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Benefits

About Saab

Saab is a leading defense and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 19,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer, more sustainable and more equitable world. In the U.S., Saab delivers advanced technology and systems, supporting the U.S. Armed Forces and the Federal Aviation Administration, as well as international and commercial partners. Headquartered in Syracuse, New York, the company has business units and local employees in eight U.S. locations.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Saab is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran, disability status or any other federal, state, or locally protected category.

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