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Lead Hand - Cast

Job in Fruitport, Muskegon County, Michigan, 49415, USA
Listing for: Linamar Corporation
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-03-12
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Production Manager, Manufacturing Production
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 80000 USD Yearly USD 60000.00 80000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Fruitport

Reporting to the Production Supervisor, the Lead Hand leads day-to-day production activities in their assigned area(s) ensuring production attainment, quality and EHS targets are met.

Performance Expectations
  • Support production line operations to achieve daily targets related to quality, output, and safety by
  • Training operators to run more efficiently
  • Troubleshooting process issues and resolving them
  • Troubleshooting tooling and die issues and correcting them
  • Troubleshooting machine issues and correcting them
  • Escalating issues to appropriate departments and driving resolution of issues.
  • Communicate EHS, Quality and performance to goals to team members at daily line-side shift meetings.
  • Communicate and verify that changes to process and Quality Alerts are understood and have been implemented within their assigned team.
  • Training and coaching team members to ensure they meet production requirements for attainment, quality, and safety.
  • Conduct probationary and annual performance reviews with assigned team members.
  • Communicate with assigned team members frequently throughout the day to address quality issues, production rates, objectives, etc.
  • Review and perform adjustments for in-processellow parts according to audit results.
  • Complete first piece inspections and sign off on first piece tags on time at the beginning of ਵਾਲा shift.
  • Ensure that production and inventoryentino control tools are used as prescribed.
  • Verify that operators have completed checklists on time at the beginning of the shift.
  • Keep and share precise production records, including end-of-shift reports. Complete all paperwork accurately and timely (daily inspections, checklists, scrap tracking, downtime tracking, shift reports, etc.).
  • Verify proper tagging on all product containers and racks.
  • Ensure all applicable documentation is available at each cell. This includes Coating Maps, Quality Alerts, Production Rate Targets and other product specific items.
  • Operate production equipment as needed.
  • Monitor and perform tool / insert changes.
  • Act as a role model for EH&S performance ensuring adherence to safety protocols and company standards and actively promoting a safe working environment.
  • Ensure that 5S / S5 standards are being met across work area(s) that comply with the Linamar standard.
  • Understands how their job contributes to profitability.
  • Other duties/projects as assigned.
  • Continuously maintain current knowledge of all organizational accounting practices through seminars, webinars and professional conferences as needed.
Credentials
  • Minimum of two years of experience in a ตัว manufacturing environment, with hands‑on experience in line setup and equipment operation.
Desired Characteristics
  • Strong leadership and organizational skills, with the ability to manage a team and prioritize tasks in a fast‑paced environment.
  • Demonstrated proficiency and understanding of VRC / PRC casting production process including ability to perform machine setup, tooling setup, process loading, die preparation, process troubleshooting and recovery.
  • Demonstrated proficiency and understanding of metal handling and treatment including degassing, fluxing, skimming and temperature issue abatement.
  • Demonstrated proficiency with finishing operations such as trim, saw, and decore.
  • Demonstrated proficiency and understanding of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) required to maximize четверих OEE on all equipment including, automation recovery, metal delivery systems, hydraulics, and control power.
  • Demonstrated understanding and proficiency in troubleshooting and resolving issues with PLEX production reporting, labeling and scrap reporting.
  • Must be able to read, write and complete required paperwork.
  • Must be able to do basic math (add, subtract, multiply, divide).
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work closely with both team members and supervisors.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet production deadlines while maintaining safety and quality standards.
  • Excellent attendance and safety record.
What Linamar Has to Offer
  • Competitive Compensation
  • Employee Benefits package includes but not limited to, Drug, Dental & Vision etc.
  • Opportunities for career advancement.
  • Sustainability Counsel
  • Com…
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