Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport solutions for the future? If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match. 

As a Team Leader, you will hold a very important role in the Kings Mountain Operations (KMO) facility. In this role, you will be responsible for leading a small production team that utilizes equipment to consistently produce a quality product in an efficient manner. 
 
Duties/Responsibilities:
•    Able to direct work assignments within a Team.
•    Perform production assignments in designated areas of responsibility which may include assembler, painter, metal finish, repair of damaged parts, material handling, etc.
•    Liaison between Supervisor and Manufacturing Team.
•    Achieve hourly production targets as defined by Supervisor and take necessary actions to achieve these targets.
•    Utilize established problem-solving techniques.
•    Setting up assigned area prior to production startup with all necessary tools, equipment, and materials.
•    Proper handling of Hazardous Waste generated by plant.
•    Uphold and maintain team-oriented environment with quality goals.
•    Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor or Manager.
•    Maintain a clean work area.
•    Operate forklift for Material Handling.
•    Initiate or be involved in the weekly Product Audits.
•    Identify causes of downtime and take effective corrective action as necessary to resolve the cause.
•    Ensure team members are properly trained in tasks assigned.
•    Audit and approve all production records submitted by Team Members.
•    Administer existing plant safety policies; identify known safety violations for timely correction, thereby maintaining safe employee working conditions.
•    Monitor and control usage of perishable production supplies and equipment.
•    Process monitoring as required.
•    Conduct Team Member evaluations and touchpoints
•    Maintain confidentiality and conduct yourself with integrity and honest.
•    Expected to maintain “perfect “attendance
 
Education, Skills & Experience:
•    High school diploma and/or GED with basic math skills and reading comprehension
•    Strong understanding of industrial safety practices
•    History of a process-oriented, flexible approach. Consistently delivering results on schedule in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
•    Experience working with manufacturing-based technology, processes and principles is required
•    Willing to develop an excellent working climate and atmosphere in alignment with the Volvo Way and the Code of Conduct

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Who we are and what we believe in 
Our focus on Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity allows each of us the opportunity to bring our full authentic self to work and thrive by providing a safe and supportive environment, free of harassment and discrimination. We are committed to removing the barriers to entry, which is why we ask that even if you feel you may not meet every qualification on the job description, please apply and let us decide.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, across the globe, our trucks, buses, engines, construction equipment, financial services, and solutions make modern life possible. We are almost 100,000 people empowered to shape the future landscape of efficient, safe and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents with sharp minds and passion across the group’s leading brands and entities. 

Group Trucks Operations encompasses all production of the Group’s manufacturing of Volvo, Renault and Mack trucks, as well as engines and transmissions. We also orchestrate the spare parts distribution for Volvo Group’s customers globally and design, operate and optimize logistics and supply chains for all brands. We count 30,000 employees at 30 plants and 50 distribution centers across the globe. Our global footprint offers an opportunity for an international career in a state-of-the-art industrial environment, where continuous improvement is the foundation. As our planet is facing great challenges, we - one of the largest industrial organizations in the world - stand at the forefront of innovation. We are ready to rise to the challenge. Would you like to join us?