Product Quality Control and Inspection Supervisor II - 2nd Shift

Inside the Role

The Custom Manufacturing Truck Shop Supervisor is responsible for supervising a unionized work force in daily operations within a custom truck manufacturing shop. This role oversees technicians and supporting team members, ensures safety, quality standards and on time delivery metrics are met. The supervisor will coordinates labor, materials, equipment, and workflow while promoting continuous improvement and employee engagement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Posting Information

We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.

We Take Care of Our Team

Please note: This is a swing shift role at our Mt Holly Plant

What You Drive at DTNA

 

Production & Operations Leadership

• Promote a zero-injury culture and ensure compliance with all safety policies, audits, investigations and procedures

• Ensure all builds meet customer specifications, engineering requirements, and quality standards

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce defects, support root cause analysis and corrective action activities

• Execute production schedules to meet customer delivery requirements by monitoring workflow, staffing, and resource utilization

• Coordinate with engineering, planning, service, sales, supply chain, and quality areas of CTS & DTNA.

• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures

Team Leadership

• Supervise, coach, and develop production team members for flexible operations

• Maintain time and production records including employee documentation for attendance, performance, scheduling, and labor allocations.

• Support employee training and cross-functional skill development

• Maintain positive employee relations and team engagement

Continuous Improvement

•          Utilize Lean Manufacturing principles to improve safety, quality, and productivity

•          Track and improve key performance indicators (KPIs)

•          Drive waste reduction and operational efficiency improvements

•          Support budget and cost control initiatives

•          Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures

Knowledge You Should Bring

• Bachelors and 5-7 years of relevant experience, or 8 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree, is required

• Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to use tact and diplomacy to exchange information, handle sensitive issues, and translate, simplify, and clarify information for employees

• Experience reading engineering drawings, blueprints, and work instructions.

• Proven ability to lead and motivate diverse teams.

• An attached resume is required.

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

• Knowledge of truck assembly processes and custom upfit operations

• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles.

• Root cause and practical problem solving

• Experience using ERP or manufacturing execution systems

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Where We Work

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

Mount Holly, NC US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Schedule Type:

Onsite

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 - Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion 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.

For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935.