A bit about us:

Possess the skills to successfully oversee the manufacturing of electric vehicles. Evaluate quality of work performed by team-members. Initiate, collaborate and drive methods to increase production output and continuously improve the process to maintain build schedules & On Time Delivery (OTD). Supports & leads diagnostic troubleshooting, provides engineering design modifications suggestions, and assists with strengthening department documentation.

Non-Exempt Hourly 6:30AM – 3PM

Why join us?

This is an opportunity to grow your career at a leading manufacturer of All-Electric Medium Duty Vehicles. The position includes competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), a 401k matching program, and paid holidays and vacation. This position reports directly to the Production Manager.

Job Details

Role and Responsibilities
  • Manages assembly bays to maintain build schedules (OTD), vehicle assembly consistency, minimal defects at startup, improve Quality/Craftsmanship.
  • Validates & updates existing and/or new release work instructions / seq. of operations through the standard release process and supports expeditious release of documents.
  • Leads and/or supports troubleshooting analysis w/ cross-functional team to find Root Cause during final assy & startup and drive repair in expeditious manner, as applicable. Ensure corrective action is effectively implemented, as applicable
  • Coach Safety, Quality and Productivity to ensure objectives are met through following standardized work
  • Build Bay Leads and team member capabilities
o Demonstrate & train proper use of tools and key processes with technicians.
  • Provides a high-level daily progress report for each bay, and an in-depth weekly report
  • Re-balances process flows impacted by part shortages and drives assembly
  • Trains new employees in proper crimping (22-2/0) AWG, soldering, terminal orientation, grindings, cutting, torque methods, and cable routing (MIG welding a plus).
  • Keeps individuals accountable for shop and equipment maintenance, cleanliness, safety and security. Make sure that company tools receive their required maintenance in timely manner and verify tools are within calibration.
  • Evaluate, select and justify assembly tools for management approval and procurement ordering
  • Maintain 5S program, drive and/or support Continuous Improvement Activities, coach problem resolution and ensure assembly area is maintained / clean per policy & standards and management initiatives.
  • Support Manager with evaluations in a timely manner, providing suggestions on how team members can reach goals / objectives per Production Manager’s and Company’s Initiatives
Role and Responsibilities
  • Manages assembly bays to maintain build schedules (OTD), vehicle assembly consistency, minimal defects at startup, improve Quality/Craftsmanship.
  • Validates & updates existing and/or new release work instructions / seq. of operations through the standard release process and supports expeditious release of documents.
  • Leads and/or supports troubleshooting analysis w/ cross-functional team to find Root Cause during final assy & startup and drive repair in expeditious manner, as applicable. Ensure corrective action is effectively implemented, as applicable
  • Coach Safety, Quality and Productivity to ensure objectives are met through following standardized work
  • Build Bay Leads and team member capabilities
o Demonstrate & train proper use of tools and key processes with technicians.
  • Provides a high-level daily progress report for each bay, and an in-depth weekly report
  • Re-balances process flows impacted by part shortages and drives assembly
  • Trains new employees in proper crimping (22-2/0) AWG, soldering, terminal orientation, grindings, cutting, torque methods, and cable routing (MIG welding a plus).
  • Keeps individuals accountable for shop and equipment maintenance, cleanliness, safety and security. Make sure that company tools receive their required maintenance in timely manner and verify tools are within calibration.
  • Evaluate, select and justify assembly tools for management approval and procurement ordering
  • Maintain 5S program, drive and/or support Continuous Improvement Activities, coach problem resolution and ensure assembly area is maintained / clean per policy & standards and management initiatives.
  • Support Manager with evaluations in a timely manner, providing suggestions on how team members can reach goals / objectives per Production Manager’s and Company’s Initiatives
  • Occasionally fill in for team members on PTO to ensure OTD is achieved, as applicable
Qualifications and Requirements
  • Minimum of 10 years’ experience as an automotive technician, automotive manufacturing technician, working with major OEM (EV experience preferred, tier 1 or 2)
  • Min. 5yrs supervising experience is a must, leading greater than 10 team members
  • Preferred min. Lean Manufacturing Training and actual implementation &/or collaboration that produced positive results
  • Experience with OSHA compliance and implementation
  • Extensive working knowledge of automotive equipment, subsystems, and servicing / repair methods.
  • Apply sound problem-solving skills to achieve high quality standards for internal customers in a fast-paced work environment with minimal supervision
  • Well organized and must be detailed oriented.
  • Motivated self-starter with high level of initiative and ability to work independently.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Apps and the ability to learn service generated software programs.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and a professional attitude
  • Must be able to speak, read and write English as it relates to the job requirements.
  • Must be willing to submit to a background check and drug screen
  • Professional appearance and work ethic
  • Hold a valid driver’s license
  • Available to work Overtime, sporadic
  • Physical Demands
o Required to lift, move and carry up to 50 pounds
o Ability to stand 8-10 hours per day
o Good hand/eye coordination & ability to visually identify all color variations within proximity
  • Environment Expectations:
o Should be able to work in extreme heat and cold conditions, warehouse setting
o Wear protective clothing and respiratory protective equipment per company policy
o Work around irritant chemicals, gases, etc.,