Production Leader
Cheraw, SC, US, 29520
Schaeffler is a dynamic global technology company and its success has been a result of its entrepreneurial spirit and long history of private ownership. As a partner to all of the major automobile manufacturers, as well as key players in the aerospace and industrial sectors, we offer you many development opportunities.
Your Key Responsibilities
- Ensure consistent application of methods, guidelines, and procedures to meet agreed KPIs.
- Oversee fine-scheduling and sequencing of production orders to optimize workflow and resource allocation.
- Review, confirm, and approve production orders, allocating resources effectively.
- Ensure availability and readiness of all production infrastructure, including tools, maintenance, and setup operations.
- Identify and recommend procedural or organizational improvements to enhance Quality, Cost, and Delivery (QCD) performance.
- Train, coach, and support direct reports for effective execution of their roles.
- Monitor production floor compliance with schedules and performance targets.
- Coordinate efforts to reduce scrap and improve production efficiency.
- Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of 5S practices within the production area.
- Track, analyze, and report on production KPIs using SFM tools while maintaining a safe and compliant work environment.
Your Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant work experience, preferably within Schaeffler
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in production processes, including measurement & inspection procedures, production planning and control, budget management, MS Office, and SAP
- Proven ability to manage and lead teams, including team leaders and direct reports.
- Demonstrated leadership skills combined with strong business acumen
- Broad manufacturing knowledge
- Solid understanding of Safety and Health regulations and systems
- Familiarity with 5S, Lean Manufacturing, and/or Six Sigma methodologies
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities, including strong conflict resolution skills
- Proficient in MS Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project
- External applicants must be authorized to work in the US without employment VISA or other sponsorship
As a global company with employees around the world, it is important to us that we treat each other with respect and value all ideas and perspectives. By appreciating our differences, we inspire creativity and drive innovation. In this way, we contribute to sustainable value creation for our stakeholders and society as a whole. Together, we advance how the world moves.
Exciting assignments and outstanding development opportunities await you because we impact the future with innovation. We look forward to your application.
Information on our understanding of leadership can be found here: www.schaeffler.com/leadership.
Your contact
Schaeffler Group USA Inc.
Jason Gould
Schaeffler is an equal employment opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive equal employment opportunities and consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
Keywords: Production;
Nearest Major Market: Florence
Nearest Secondary Market: South Carolina
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