3rd Shift Team Lead- SRI Department

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Position: 2nd Shift Team Lead – SRI Department
Location:
Marion, IL
Shift: 2nd Shift
Starting Pay: $24.95/hr

Are you ready to take the next step in your leadership career? AISIN Manufacturing Illinois (AMI) is seeking a dedicated and motivated Team Lead to join our Sunroof Inspection Department on 2nd Shift
. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll guide a team of production associates to meet daily targets for safety, quality, and output in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

As a Team Lead, you will be the critical link between hourly team members and department leadership. You’ll assign tasks, ensure adherence to standard work procedures, troubleshoot issues, and foster a positive and productive team culture. This position plays a key role in driving safety initiatives, continuous improvement activities, and quality assurance processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of a production line in the SRI Department
• Assign team members to positions based on staffing and production needs
• Monitor performance, conduct standardized work audits, and support team development
• Review production reports and lead daily shift communication with team members
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols, proper use of PPE, and ergonomic best practices
• Perform quality checks and assist with investigation and documentation of defects
• Respond to production issues (andon calls, stop calls) and help implement quick countermeasures
• Coordinate tool repairs, part shortages, and equipment concerns with appropriate departments
• Support cross-shift communication and collaboration with other Team Leads and Supervisors
• Assist with training, Kaizen (continuous improvement) activities, and 5S implementation
• Maintain accurate documentation including PM check sheets, quality reports, and training logs

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in a leadership role in manufacturing, ideally in an automotive or high-volume setting
• Strong communication skills and the ability to motivate and guide a team
• Attention to detail with a focus on quality and safety
• Ability to problem-solve and make quick decisions in a production environment
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing concepts (5S, Kaizen, standardized work) is a plus
• Willingness to work 2nd shift and support a physically active role on the production floor

Join a company that values innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement. If you're ready to lead by example and help shape the success of our team, we want to hear from you!