Shift leader, Manufacturing ​/ Production

Our company is a world class, global organization with a fast-paced dynamic environment that is moving forward with industry 4.0 and introducing new technology, which has created a need for a proficient Shift Leader to lead the assembly production. The energized culture encourages personal growth and unique opportunities.

This position distinguishes the difference between a leader and a manager whereby this sober minded, innovative individual continuously challenges the status quo, and through Kaizen activities constantly elevates standards to higher levels.

• Ensure work is performed according to ALV standards.
• Develop and coordinate the production area, including planning, organization, and control activities.
• Ensure adherence to Health & Safety and Quality standards while promoting a safety culture and risk awareness.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Line Effectiveness; NQC

• Ensure daily operations run according to ALV standards and SQDCM targets.
• Coordinate activities with cross-functional teams within the production area.
• Build and maintain understanding among AMTs of their area's impact on production results.

• H&S KPIs (unsafe conditions, unsafe behaviors, near misses, accidents)
• Quality KPIs
• Contract fulfilment
• Customer supply
• Productivity improvement/ Efficiency
• OEE
• Waste & Scrap
• NPH
• Absenteeism
• Systems: SAP & LES

• Conduct and attend Gemba meetings (Start-up/Handover, Pulse, Kaizen, Communication and Daily SQDCM).
• Lead the team, identify development needs, and support employee growth.
• Manage the assigned production area with full ownership.
• Ensure compliance with all H&S standards.
• Promote teamwork, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure targets are achieved through effective resource management.
• Monitor production processes and implement improvement actions when required.
• Completely responsible for shop floor activities on shifts including maintenance; NQC;
  Supply;
  Systems
• Layard Progress Verification
• Ability to Train

• Act as a leadership ambassador in line with Autoliv Key Behaviours.
• Escalate problems proactively and support corrective actions.

• Take Ownership
• Add Value
• Make It Easy

• Problem-solving skills (4D, PDCA, 5 Why, Ishikawa)
• Knowledge of 8D and data analysis
• People development, inspiration, and recognition
• Understand / apply QMS

• Communication skills
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Results-driven

• High School Diploma
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is advantageous

• Minimum 5-10 years' manufacturing experience, including 2 years in a Gemba leadership role
• Experience in setting and achieving production targets
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing tools
• Strong Microsoft Office skills

This position does require working shift.