Job Description - Body Shop Shift Leader (MER0003D0T) Description Shape the future today. The world is changing. The question is, what will be our contribution to the outcome? We have set the pace in the field of mobility from the very beginning, and we will continue to do so. At Mercedes-Benz Vans, interdisciplinary teams are developing the mobility of tomorrow. Our goal is to make mobility safer, simpler, and more sustainable for people across the globe. Put your pioneering spirit to good use: This is your opportunity to make a contribution that extends far beyond your job title.
At Mercedes-Benz Vans, we offer you the perfect environment for your professional and personal growth. Cutting-edge training and promising career opportunities will help you to foster and expand your professional skill set as well as your individual strengths. Think, try, and thrive with us in collaborative work environments that spark game-changing concepts.
Job Overview: Manages the safety, productivity, training, morale, and security of a Production Group. Monitors production and meets established production and quality targets. Possesses strong expertise in multiple technical work areas. Directly responsible for Team Leaders and indirectly responsible for Team Members.
Shift: This position is being offered on 2nd shift.
Responsibilities: Acts as the technical and disciplinary lead of the group.Oversees, organizes, and coordinates all work content of the group. Motivates, supports, develops, and challenges team members to their optimal potential.Manages flow of communication to the team and to management.Drives continuous improvement for production processes, efficiency, product quality, environment, and ergonomics.Identifies trouble areas and resolves issues.Administers company policies and procedures.Assumes ownership and accountability for personnel management: Responsible for evaluations/reviews, coaching, counselling, resource planning, and team building.Coordinates schedules and workflow for the team. Plans, controls, and approves vacation, employee shifts, qualifications, and schedules.Provides feedback to all involved departments to improve overall performance of the plant.Prepares reports based on data. Presents findings to management and others.Introduces measures for positive development of employees. Resolves complex employee issues.Resolves issues that are varied and non-routine. May order materials and/or spare parts.Facilitates and participates in regularly scheduled meetings.Multiple team leaders reporting to the Group Leader.Responsibility for typically 30-50 associates in an automotive facility.Project management and workshop involvement.Qualifications: High School Diploma and 3+ years of Supervisory experience in a Manufacturing environment.Bachelor's degree in related field is desired.Internal Employees: Completed successfully PV-45 or currently fulfilling position of Group Leader.Knowledge and Skills: Automotive industry experience a plus.Body Shop, welding, supervisory experience is a plus.Highly flexible individual with the ability to adapt to changing priorities.Strong interpersonal skills required.Must have excellent communication and organizational skills.Computer skills essential, including strong knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.Able to problem solve. Understands and applies "root cause analysis".Prefer experience in welding technologies such as mig, mag, spot, and laser welding.We are all in for change. Are you too? Apply now.
Mercedes-Benz Vans, LLC is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that appreciates and leverages the diversity of our team. We provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), age, national origin, religion, marital status, veteran status, physical or other disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. OrganizationPrimary LocationOrganization: Mercedes Benz Vans LLC
Primary Location: United States of America-South Carolina-Charleston
Work Locations: 8501 Palmetto Commerce Pkwy, Charleston, 29456
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