Team Lead

Power Solutions International (PSI) is a leading manufacturer of emissions-certified powertrains specializing in customized and fully integrated turnkey solutions for the leading global equipment manufacturers in the industrial, transportation, and energy markets manufacturers. Our facilities are housed in one million square feet of engineering, assembly, operations, and distribution space across seven facilities. We are positioned to meet the high production volumes of our customers with added capacity for growth.

Summary:

Reporting to the Group Leader, the Team Leader Assembly (TL) directs the day-to-day work activities of Assembly Team members focusing on performance, continuous improvement, and the achievement of daily company metrics. In this role, the Team Lead Assembly will utilize their knowledge of the manufacturing process and Lean manufacturing principals and judgement to provide proactive troubleshooting of obstacles to efficient production as well as monitoring and reporting on production metrics.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Train, coach, and lead an Assembly Team with a focus on evaluating and improving individual and team performance, ensuring company policies are adhered to, and meeting leadership's goals using PSI's IMPACT values (Innovation, Motivation, Passion, Accountability, Communication, Trust).
• Lead daily Team Based problem solving at the shop floor level with a Built-In-Quality focus at the Level 4/5 (BPD) Business Plan Deployment Cube. Facilitate and/or participate in Kaizen Problem Solving Activities, and other team-based problem solving such as Blue Card problem solving, etc.
• Supports the creation and revision of Standardized Work documentation in collaboration with the Core Team Leaders and Industrial Engineering group by implementing and providing training for Standardized Work and updates to the Operator Certification Flex Chart.
• Investigate internal and external quality issues, utilizing a disciplined data driven systems and processes at the shop floor level and take a leadership role in containment activities and implementation of (ICA's) Initial Corrective Action and PCA's (Permanent Corrective Actions).
• Perform Process Verification Audits on a daily basis, ensuring the equipment and tools are in proper working order by conducting required inspections per checklist.
• Accurately report production through Epicor transactions and ensure continuous flow of production.
• Act as a Safety Ambassador, ensuring team members understand and adhere to safety policies and procedures.
• Work closely with the Lean Coordinator or Manufacturing Engineering to implement continuous improvement and Lean principles or identify & document any project challenges and opportunities.
• As needed, lift and/or carry up to 40 lbs. of materials to assist in production. Learn and execute team lifts for items over 40 lbs.
• Adhere to all safety procedures including the use of personal protective equipment, navigating the plant with alert behavior, operating power tools and machines according to instructions, and disposing of waste properly.
• All other duties assigned by management

Requirements:

• Associate's degree in manufacturing, Applied Science, or Industrial Engineering discipline preferred, may substitute for the degree direct applicable work experience on a year-for-year basis which built competencies and subject matter expertise.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a manufacturing environment
• Subject matter knowledge in one or more of the following Lean Manufacturing applications and practices: Kaizen, Business Plan Deployment, Standardized Work Documentation
• Demonstrated success in guiding others in a production environment, ideally an automotive or fast-paced manufacturing shop, including the ability to train others on cranes, tools, other production equipment, and Lean principals, methodologies, and their application.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to create Standardized Work documentation, forms, and Visual Standards
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers and fellow employees.
• Spanish bi-lingual a plus
• Mechanical aptitude and construction assembly experience (data center build outs).

PSI offers a wide range of benefits from medical, dental, and vision to pet insurance as well as discounted prescription plans. Additionally, we also provide a 401k match, life insurance and AD&D, short- and long-term disability, and an employee assistance program. Come join our team and learn more about PSI and what we have to offer!

Power Solutions International/3Pi is an EOE disability/vet company offering a drug-free workplace. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.