Lead, Travel Operations

Directs Team Leaders and other Team Members in assigned manufacturing area (e.g., assembly, filter, injection molding, powertrain, stamping, urethane, welding, kaizen, etc.) Manages group (manufacturing line, cells, or area) as an operational unit and responsible to accomplish company goals and targets in accordance with all company policies, manufacturing standards and methods, and quality standards for safety, product quality, customer satisfaction, accuracy, productivity, cost reduction, housekeeping, efficiency, training, teamwork, and morale.

Monitor and track staffing conditions, work hours and overtime, job rotation, and absenteeism.
Understand, execute, and ensure consistent compliance with all company rules, policies, and practices, and takes appropriate corrective action when warranted, in accordance with the terms of the Team Member Handbook.
Responsible for managing and appraising team member job performance and recommending corrective action.
Provide direction and motivation to team members emphasizing safety, quality, efficiency, productivity, cost reduction, and morale.
Responsible for leading and maintaining the manufacturing and production system of assigned area, accomplishing department hoshin goals, and keeping on task with targets and implementation schedule.
Develop standardized work procedures by designing and/or documenting the best work sequence for each process.
Direct floor activities through consistent application of Toyota Boshoku Business Practices (TBBP) to ensure all aspects of manufacturing are effective and correct sub-standard situations.
Perform the essential job functions of team leaders or team members as necessary to maintain efficient, stable, and continuous operations.
Conduct time studies and other analyses on welding locations throughout the department to identify performance gaps and develop countermeasures for continuous improvement.
Leading Team Leaders and Team Members in program launches by building familiarity with program equipment, writing work instructions, participation in program launch meetings, training other Team Members on operation of program equipment, and constructing support equipment (racks, shoots, grease machines, etc.).
Utilize knowledge and skills to maintain the highest level of quality and efficiency possible.
Monitor the flow of parts, materials, productivity, and quality including kanbans and inventory levels; Ensure quality goals and standards are met and know how to use the quality feedback loops and systems and escalation procedures. Confirm that team members use the quality systems correctly.
Partner with the Quality department to initiate investigation and containment activities.
Troubleshoot daily quality, safety, and production issues.
Identify potential and current change points and make the required adjustments need to ensure quality, safety, operational availability, production efficiency (PEFF), and cost control are maintained.
Evaluate and analyze problems involving machinery and equipment and coordinates repair of tools and machinery. Participate in frequent evaluation of machines, tools, equipment, etc.
Educate employees on the importance to passing good quality welds, by means of effective paint marking, startup checks, consistent tip/nozzle cleaning, pokayokes, Stop, Call, Wait, etc.
Participate in the setting of Key Performance Indicator (KPI) targets including safety, quality, operational availability, PEFF, scrap, etc. Initiate, coordinate, and participate in safety, quality, productivity, and cost improvement projects.
Lead the implementation of team members' ideas and suggestions and management directed initiatives.
Ensure compliance with safety regulations, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements, and company safety policies and procedures.
Lead, perform, and/or participate in ergonomic exercises, 5S housekeeping, accident investigation, and safety audits and related activities.
Lead ergonomic assessments of team member work stations and implement countermeasures and job rotation to improve long-term safe working conditions and team member well-being.
Maintain knowledge of procedures concerning Hazardous Waste, Spill Response, and Plant Security.
Train and coach team members to maintain productivity and quality standards, in TS19649, ISO 14001, environmental, safety, quality, job performance, setups, trouble shooting, and continuous improvement.
Orientate and oversee all training of team members and assign experienced and/or certified trainers to perform new team member training and cross training as needed.
Maintain training matrix for team leaders and/or team members, assuring training is effective and corrects sub-standard performance.
Ensure further development of team members through performance evaluation, development of training plans, feedback, coaching, and cascade training.
Collect, record, and analyze information while maintaining documentation regarding the activities in the assigned area as defined by company policy, procedure, or practice.
Prepare business reports and spread sheets of required data.
Maintain specified records, files and logs of department/shift activities such as production, production problems, parts shortages, scrap, quality, maintenance, etc. (manual and computer) as required. Perform other various administrative duties.
Monitor and maintain team member time, attendance, and training records.
Through daily start of shift and communication meetings, keep team members informed on issues relevant to them and encourage two-way communication.
Maintain daily and/or frequent communication with upstream and downstream groups/areas and support departments to ensure efficient and stable operations in a team-based environment.
Coordinate communications between shifts for assigned area(s).

Associate's degree in Business, Manufacturing, Engineering, or related field required, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Bachelor's degree preferred.

Automotive industry experience preferred with parts production, quality, or production control experience a plus.
• Experience in automotive interiors including carpets, filters, powertrain, seating, and/or trim preferred.
• Must be able to work a fixed or rotating shift schedule, including daily or weekend overtime.
• Must be able to accept reassignment to any shift, assignment, or work location in the Plant.
• Thorough understanding of company product, trade terminology, quality management and control systems and techniques, manufacturing processes including material controls, work flow, scheduling, kanban, machine operation, and company policies as standards.
• Good mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to be flexible in a constantly changing production environment. This includes the ability to work weekends and modify days, hours, and shift worked based on Plant needs.
• Must be able to multi-task, handle diversity, and provide leadership through problem resolution.
• Ability to adapt available skills and equipment to respond to unforeseen demands and/or problems.
• Ability to implement plans to control and maintain safety, quality, 5S, cost, and efficiency for assigned areas.
• Strong organization, time management, and planning skills and ability to manage multiple tasks with tight deadlines.
• Ability to teach team leaders and team members in basic fundamental skills and facilitate Job Instruction Training (JIT).

Language Skills:
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.

Computer/Software:
• Previous experience working with integrated computer programs and/or applications. Oracle) preferred.
• Solid working knowledge and demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office and other computer-based applications (e.g., MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, Lotus Notes/Outlook, Internet, etc.).

Training Requirements:
Must be willing to successfully complete and use training for items below as required by area of assignment:
• Forklift, tugger, and truck usage, and pass certification.
• Overhead crane operation.
• Cross training for leading other plant support departments.
• Computer-based software, applications, and systems (e.g., Oracle, Kronos, Future 3, etc.).

Office: Open Office Environment, moderate noise level.
Plant: Various types of manufacturing environments.
• Standard automotive plant environment with moderate noise level.
• PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) such as safety glasses, steel toe shoes, Kevlar sleeves, hearing protection, etc. may be required in designated engineering, manufacturing, or industrial areas. Travel: Minimal

While performing the duties of this job, the team member is required to talk, hear, and see (with visual acuity). Performance requires mental alertness and sustained attention to needs of the department in terms of workflow, efficiency of operation, machine adjustment, and team member output. Performance requires physical ability to inspect, adjust, and operate equipment. The team member must be capable of walking, sitting, and standing for extended periods of time throughout plant. Occasionally climbing, stooping, or bending on, under, or near tooling and equipment. May be occasionally required to reach, grasp, and manipulate parts, materials, or equipment. May be occasionally required to lift up to 30-50 pounds (with or without assistance).
Toyota Boshoku America is an equal opportunity employer and considers applications for all positions without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, pregnancy, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. PandoLogic.

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