Group Leader

 Req ID 82626 | North Mankato, United States ZF Off-Highway Solutions Minnesota Inc.

The ZF Off-Highway Solutions Minnesota Inc. team designs and manufactures hydraulic and electrohydraulic components, controls, and brake systems for off-highway machines.  
 
As a member of the Assembly Team, the group leader will be responsible for assembling and testing a variety of company products, providing work direction and support to production team, advising on production schedule and delivery with production planners, suggest and implement continuous improvement initiatives, all while maintaining a clean and safe workplace.

What you can look forward to as Group Leader:

• Fast-paced work environment
• Helping other team members succeed, by providing work direction, and support
• A clean, organized, climate-controlled work environment
• Opportunities to implement continuous improvement initiatives
• Fastens parts together with bolts, screws, speed clips, or other fasteners
• Interpreting engineering prints/drawings, routing sheets, and test specifications
• Work with cross functional teams on topics like design for manufacturability, workstation design, plant layout and EHS
• Prepare and present to management regarding continuous improvement ideas
• Being an ambassador of the plants 5S program and initiative

Your Profile as Group Leader:

• 3+ years working in a production environment
• Prior leadership or supervisory responsibilities are a plus
• Experience or basic understanding of hydraulics are a plus
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to lift to 50 lbs. occasionally, 35 lbs. regularly
• Ability to operate a computer and other electronic equipment
• Ability to communicate effectively within and across different departments
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred) and Microsoft Suite
• Proficient use of a computer in programs like PowerPoint, excel, word

The expected base compensation for this role is $ $29.00 per hour.  Actual base compensation within the identified range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.

Why you should choose ZF in North Mankato:

• Annual Incentive Plan
• Paid time off
• 401k Plan
• Health Care Benefits
• Paid Holidays
• A supportive collaborative team environment
• Tuition reimbursement for educational advancement
• A strong diverse culture
• Supportive Employee Groups and community outreach activities

ZF Off-Highway Solutions Minnesota Inc. is in North Mankato, nestled in south-central Minnesota.  This location offers access to "bigger city" services and amenities in the core cities of Mankato and North Mankato, surrounded by several smaller towns and rural areas, with Minneapolis/St. Paul just a short drive to the north.  There is a unique combination of economic vitality, talent, livability, and resources found only in Greater Mankato.  The region continues to receive national recognition in areas of livability, economy, and leisure.

Opportunities for a wide range of activities await outdoor enthusiasts of all ages and in all seasons.  Mankato is a thriving arts community with quality theater, music, dance, and visual arts programs.  This area offers a wide variety of sporting and recreational opportunities with multi-sport and easily accessible venues and facilities as well.

Be part of our ZF team as Group Leader - Assembly and apply now

Contact

Barbara Fischer

DIVERSITY COMMITMENT: 

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are more than just words for us. They are at the core of the ZF Way that propels our team members towards their utmost success. We strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a natural reflex. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that every member of ZF can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape next generation mobility, safety, sustainability and social justice. 

With four generations across 118 nationalities in 41 countries, ZF combines a unique variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas. Together, we solve problems, drive innovation and shape next generation mobility. 

Our company is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with us and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please contact us. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. ZF is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran