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We Take Care of Our Team

Position offers a starting salary range of $90,000 - $115,000

Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience

Benefits include annual bonus program; 401k includes up to 8% match and nonelective contribution; full coverage benefit plan options; starting at 4 weeks paid vacation; 13+ calendar holidays; 8 weeks paid parental leave; employee assistance program; comprehensive health and wellness programs; onsite fitness; tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off.

What You Drive at DTNA

• Promote a safety culture while maintaining adherence to all safety policies and standards.

• Proactively identify potential safety hazards in the work area and mitigate the risk of injuries.

• Oversee area safety and environmental training and other requirements and ensure completion.

• Perform accident investigations.

• Promote, support and coach team on maintaining a clean work area using the 5S methodology.

• Drive positive results in key metrics SQDCME (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, Employee Morale and Environmental).

• Continuously improve metrics by leading and coaching teams in practical problem-solving activities related to top SQDCME issues.

• Oversee daily production requirements and ensure targets are met.

• Plan and coordinate contingency and recovery plans for downtime and equipment failures.

• Partner with Maintenance on preventative measures to support equipment wellness.

• Continuously improve constraints and bottleneck processes.

• Plan and allocate resources to support the daily requirements within area(s) of responsibility.

• Support cross training plans to increase team flexibility.

• Manage time and attendance of direct reports.

• Conduct regular one on one meetings with Team Leaders and conduct annual performance evaluations.

• Interface with Labor Relations and the local Union Shop Committee as needed.

• Foster healthy employee relations.

• Understand Lean concepts and support implementation of initiatives.

Knowledge You Should Bring

• BS/BA AND 4 years of relevant experience OR 6+ years relevant experiencein a high-volume manufacturing or logistics setting inlieu of a degree

• ABILITY TO WORK ANY SHIFT

• An attached resume is required

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

• Technical/mechanical understanding of bus systems

• Leadership experience: a demonstrated ability to lead people and get results through others

• An ability to drive positive results in key metrics SQDCME (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, Employee Morale and Environmental)

• Planning experience: an ability to think ahead and prepare action plans to achieve results

• Lean manufacturing experience

• Experience in Labor Relations in Union environment

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This position is not eligible for relocation support.

Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-

YOU MAKE US - YOU MAKE THE DIFFERENCE

People are what makes us - everyone makes the difference at Daimler Truck. As one global team, we drive success: from conventional powertrains to the future of sustainable transportation. We build to solve. Constantly pursuing our goals. Our culture. Our daily life.

It's your impact that makes the difference. Only together, will we achieve more sustainable transportation, reduce our carbon footprint, increase safety on and off the track, develop smarter technology and financial solutions. All essential, to fulfill our purpose for all who keep the world moving. That's why we rely on each other. We start with listening to your insights, thoughts, and ideas.

Let's unleash our collective potential to build our future, progress together and lead with the long view. Because everything you do has an impact. It matters. This is what we call impact Culture.

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At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we're building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA's legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future - building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all.

That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving.

Additional Information

• This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application
• Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
• Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
• Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions
• EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to employing a diverse workforce and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.

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