Location: Gastonia,NC, USA
Tasks
Inside the Role
Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is the market leader and thrives as the voice of the trucking industry. We are currently seeking a dynamic candidate as a supervisor in production operations. This is your chance to join us as we define the next chapter of the trucking industry. We can't wait to hear from you!
In this position you will be responsible for planning and allocating manpower to support the daily production requirements, supporting the lean manufacturing principles and concepts, developing a culture of continuous improvement, and initiate problem solving to improve all KPI's impacts within your area of responsibility.
We Take Care of Our Team
Position offers a starting salary range of?$90,000 - $115,000 USD
Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, and?experience.
Benefits include annual bonus program; 401k?company contribution with company match up to?6% as well as non-elective company contribution of?3 - 7% depending on age;?starting at 4 weeks paid?vacation; 13+ calendar holidays; 8 weeks paid?parental leave; employee assistance program;?comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness?programs; onsite fitness (at some locations); tuition?assistance and volunteer paid time off; short-term?and long-term disability plans.
At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we're building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA's legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future - building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all. That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving.
Qualifications
What You Drive at DTNA:
* Support the plant metrics by establishing goals and targets for your area of responsibility.
* Employee relations promoting teamwork, coaching, mentoring, and issuing discipline as needed.
* Lead problem solving and continuous improvement activities.
* Be proactive and lead initiatives to improve SQDCME (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, Morale, and Environmental.
* Responsible for all employee work and production records in assigned area.
* Responsible for schedule development and adherence in assigned area.
* Decision maker for daily activities that are guided by policy, procedures, and business plans with oversight from manager.
* Demonstrates understanding and application of procedures and concepts related to job field as well as basic knowledge of other related work areas.
* Coordinates the resources of team and set daily priorities to meet operational objectives.
* Primarily supervises the work of hourly employees large numbers of shop floor employees in operations, manufacturing, and/or logistics.
* Interprets and administers policies, processes, and procedures.
* Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to use tact and diplomacy to exchange information, handle sensitive issues, and translate, simplify, and clarify information for employees.
* Responsible for staffing decisions such as hiring, firing, rewarding, training, and developing employees.
Knowledge You Should Bring:
* BA/BS AND 4 years of relevant experience OR 6 years of relevant experience of leading teams of people in a high volume manufacturing or Logistics setting in lieu of degree
* Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
* Must be able to work any shift
Exceptional Candidates Might Have:
* Business degree
* Cell based manufacturing
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Relocation assistance will be provided to selected candidate if living outside the job location
t >Additional Information
* This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders
* Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application
* Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
* Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
* Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions
* EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans
Daimler Truck North America is committed to employing a diverse workforce and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.
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