Automotive Shift Leader

5 days ago


Coventry UK, West Midlands, United Kingdom Formel D Group Full time

Automotive Shift Leader

  • Department: Vehicle Manufacturing
  • Location: Coventry
  • Permanent Position
  • Site Location: Coventry
  • Competitive Rate including Benefits
  • Shift: Mainly AM but will require to support the Late/PM Shift


Formel D is the global service provider for the industry. We develop market-leading concepts, as well as individual and scalable solutions throughout the entire value chain of the production process, from the design phase, industrialization, production and after-sales. The company was founded in 1993 and is headquartered in Cologne (Germany).

We currently have a team of several thousand people located in 45 nations, and more than 90 locations in 21 countries, working daily at the core of the industry. Our drive is passion, team spirit and professionalism in everything we do, and our success is based on the satisfaction of our customers, which makes us stand out as a premium supplier within the sector.


We are happy to announce that we at FormelD are currently recruiting for a highly supportive and driven Shift Leader to come join the FormelD Operations team, the position will play a vital role in upholding our client's high-quality standards and contribute to their success.

For you to be successful in this position you will be responsible for the below, but not limited to:


Responsibilities:

  • Reporting to the FormelD Project Manager
  • Supporting and managing the Shifts, Team Leaders and ensuring a smooth containment production line.
  • Ensure successful coordination, organisations and execution of quality containment and rework projects to protect the OEM’s production.
  • Ensuring only OK parts are passed to, or accepted on-line ensuring no disruption is caused to the customers build for which Formel D would be held responsible.
  • Complete inductions for new employees on-site.
  • Ensure the team on shift are trained to applicable quality inspection and rework
  • standards including the use of and application of e-Apps. (Formel D’s Electronic Data Management System)
  • Open & close containments in e-Apps.
  • Gather data for input into plant reports including end of shift report and JLR specific
  • documents.
  • Update and maintain shift planner and confirm manning requirements.
  • Conduct random checks and layered audits to ensure process adherence and to ensure compliance with test results and quality standards. Setting the standard for the team to follow process.
  • Ensure start-up and zone conformance audits are conducted daily as per required
  • frequency.
  • Ensure Team leaders Coordinate quality control, rework and / or logistics.
  • Ensure a smooth flow of materials is delivered by the Team Leaders
  • Ensure max/min PPE levels are maintained on site.
  • Deliver each project on-time, as budgeted and within scope by the team.
  • Inspect and rework parts when required.
  • Ensure ‘E QCC’ is used for data capture for all inspection and rework projects
  • Liaise directly with the OEM and Customers/ Suppliers (int and ext) as necessary.
  • Attend daily/weekly meetings as required.
  • Support investigation and resolution of customer complaints
  • Ensure Timesheets are accurately delivered 100% on-time.
  • Be an advocate to ensure unnecessary waste is kept to a minimum.
  • Track inefficiencies on shift and take appropriate actions to reduce to a minimum.


Requirements:

  • High school diploma or equivalent; technical or vocational certification in automotive-related fields is a plus.
  • Previous experience in the automotive industry or a related field.
  • Previous Experience in a supervisory position
  • Previous proven understanding of automotive production processes, quality standards, and inspection techniques.
  • Proficiency in using various inspection tools, equipment, and measuring instruments.
  • Excellent attention to detail and the ability to identify defects and non-conformities.
  • Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with the client's cross-functional teams.
  • Knowledge of relevant regulations, industry standards, and quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001) is advantageous.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines.
  • Flexibility to work in shifts and overtime as needed.
  • Adhering to all Company standard operating procedures
  • Adhering to all health and safety procedures
  • Working according to the company quality and housekeeping standards
  • Clean UK full driving license
  • RTW in the UK without restrictions (PLEASE NOTE WE DO NOT OFFER SPONSORSHIP)



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