1st Machine Line Team Lead

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Job Posting Title

1st Machine Line Team Lead

Job Description Summary

The Machine Line Team Leader assists the Machine Line Supervisor and the Machining Operations Manager with the development and continued success of the team and the operation. As a coach of the Machine Line, the ML Team Leader; in conjunction with the ML Supervisor and Machining Operations Manager, will assess requirements, develop plans, and provide needed materials; thus assuring that the work area is safe and that the product produced meets or exceeds customer expectation with regard to quality and productivity.

Job Description

REPORTS TO

Directly to the Machine Line Supervisor and then the Machining Operations Manager

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversees that the below skills are implemented and maintained:
• Safety
• Productivity
• Conduct
• Housekeeping/5S
• Quality
• Proper Machine Operation.
• Verifies that documented procedures and instructions are being followed:
• Standard Operating Procedures
• Rework Instructions
• Work Instructions
• Preventive Maintenance Instructions
• Inspection Instructions (MQP)
• Reaction Plans
• Process Set-up Instructions
• Associate Handbook
• Monitor Housekeeping/5S
• Posted Work Instructions

• Boundary Samples

• Frequently reviews the quality of products following each process and provide immediate feedback to Machine Line Specialists

• Generate and recommend solutions to production problems and suggest corrective action to ensure quality standards, policies and procedures are adhered too
• Assign, train and rotate Machine Line Specialists in an effort to build a solid team
• Facilitates communication:
• Between operations within assigned Lines
• Develop action plans to increase productivity and scrap reduction
• Hold overlap communications meetings
• Conduct meetings with Team Leaders, Managers, Maintenance Specialists
• Between Lines

• Between Shifts

• Check and report status of supplies at the operation line and inventory levels

• Maintain appropriate staffing levels
• Prioritize, organize plant operations
• Maintain a motivational climate of continuous improvement

• Anticipate, analyze, and diagnose production problems (tooling problems, equipment malfunctions, material or labor shortages, etc.)

• Maintains assigned roster and crews

• Works with team on changeovers/setups at required operations

• Plan changes for minimum disruption

• Insure production is recorded and verify the following for accuracy:

• Operation Productivity & Scrap Accountability Logsheets

• Feedback on process and operation

• Provide input to facilitate effective cost reduction, work simplification, scheduling, etc.

• Monitor accuracy of production and quality reporting information with accountability for accuracy for crews/shifts
• Implement and monitor all safety procedures with appropriate follow-up and corrective actions for unsafe conditions
• In addition to the above responsibilities, this position is responsible for other tasks as assigned

Required Skills and Education

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS/EDUCATION

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent work experience in the Quality Assurance function
• Associate Degree in Applied Science in Business, Engineering or Manufacturing preferred

EXPERIENCE

• One year experience in manufacturing operations preferred
• A working knowledge of CNC Equipment, Robotics, & Automation and dip tank operation would be helpful but not required

About AAM:

As a leading global Tier 1 Automotive and Mobility Supplier, AAM designs, engineers and manufactures Driveline and Metal Forming technologies to support electric, hybrid and internal combustion vehicles. Headquartered in Detroit with over 80 facilities in 18 countries, we are Bringing the Future Faster for a safer and more sustainable tomorrow. To learn more, visit

Why Join #TeamAAM:

As a member of #TeamAAM, you'll get to make a difference on day one. From your first day with us, you'll have the opportunity to grow, embrace challenges, build your skills, and bring your authentic self to work every day, all while helping to shape the future of mobility for AAM…and the world.

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