Group Leader, Production Control

At Aisin North Carolina (ANC), the phrase "We Touch the Future" isn't just a slogan. Our commitment to the future extends not only to our products, but also to our team members, the community and the environment.

ANC is a $1.1billion Tier 1 automotive manufacturer of transmissions and components. ANC's corporate office and primary assembly, machining, and logistic facility (1 million sq. ft.) is located in Durham and Creedmore, NC and home to more than 1500 Team Members dedicated to a bright future so close you can touch it. At ANC, we understand that our future is driven by the work we do today.

Job Summary:

The Group Leader, Production Control works closely with Team Leaders and Management team to ensure their respective areas are expectations related to Safety, Quality, Cost and Delivery. Reporting to the Assistant Manager, the Group leader supervises 2-4 Team Leaders and 20 to 40 Team Members. Works closely on the Production floor to improve problems within the PC Receiving department.

What we Provide to you:

• Competitive salary for the industry and region
• 401(k) Matching plan
• Subsidized Medical Insurance Options, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance
• PTO
• Life Insurance
• Short/Long Term Disability
• Health Spending Account
• Opportunity for strong career advancement in a stable company and industry

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• • Enforce and promote safety objectives and communicate departmental targets to TL's and TM's.
  • Control inventory levels by managing physical counts.
  • Maintain Receiving staff job results by coaching, counseling, disciplining employees, planning, monitoring, and appraising job results.
  • Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
  • Achieve financial objectives by managing an annual budget; scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions.
  • Provide guidance in the training of Team Members on forklifts in conjunction with the EHS Department.
  • Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
  • Participate in cross-functional activities to resolve issues.
  • Must remain flexible in work schedule to support either shift as needs arise.
  • Must lead Kaizen events as directed by Assistant Manager.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience Required:

• 2-4 years of Production Control Experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (strong Microsoft Excel needed)
• Proven Leadership Skills
• Well organized with good time management skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks at one time and deal with frequent interruptions.
• Self Motivated, Team Oriented, and must display a positive approach towards change and flexibility in daily operations.
• Must maintain/ oversee Green Zone, 5S or other quality related program responsibilities.