3rd Shift Team Leader - Forge

Posted:
1/27/2026, 12:38:14 AM

Location(s):
Indiana, United States ⋅ North Vernon, Indiana, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Operations & Logistics

Workplace Type:
Hybrid

Job Posting Title

3rd Shift Team Leader - Forge

Job Description Summary

Team Leaders are responsible for overseeing and providing tools necessary for their crews to work safely, stay quality focused and production oriented. The Team Leader interacts with the supervisors, and team members as necessary. The Team leaders will be involved with and assess requirements, developmental plans, provide needed materials and direction for the purpose of their employee’s success of meeting or exceeding our internal and external customer expectations.

Job Description:

RESPONSIBILITIES

Coordinates and provide directions to assigned manufacturing associates on how to do their assigned task(s). This includes hands on training
Ensure that the assigned area(s) equipment is operating properly and safely throughout the shift.
Assign Manufacturing Associates to the appropriate operation
Ensure that the manufacturing associates are following the appropriate conduct codes per AAM Plant’s Associate Handbook
Frequently review the Quality of products following each process and provide feedback to Manufacturing Specialists to keep everyone in tune with the process
Develop employees for further company growth
Verify that we meet machine efficiencies, quality standards, and reduce scrap levels in assigned area
Monitor, direct, and maintain workflow through assigned area in coordination with Crew Manager and Shipping department to meet quality production and shipping goals
Develop, suggest changes in the process to improve quality or maximize labor efficiency to meet goals of the company
Maintain identity and segregation of nonconforming material and communicate to Crew Manager for guidance
Verify that documented procedures and instructions are being followed:

Standard Operating Procedures

Rework Instructions

Work Instructions

Preventive Maintenance Instructions

Inspection Instructions

Reaction Plans

Process Set-up Instructions

Associate Handbook

Police Housekeeping/assist if needed

Police End of Shift Clean-up

Facilitate communications between operations within the assigned Module, between crews, and between Modules and other Team Leaders
Hold Kickoff meetings in absence of CM
Coordinate changeovers/setups at required operations per Crew Supervisors guidance; plans changes for minimum disruption

Complete Team Leader Report and verify the following for accuracy:

Operation Productivity & Scrap sheets

Feedback on process, operation and downtime

Maintain and report status of supplies at the operation line and inventory levels
Perform in a production capacity when needed
Assist in material handling tasks to maintain neat and orderly work area
In addition to the responsibilities listed above, the team leader is responsible for other tasks as assigned
Monitor Communications Boards accordingly
Back-up CM assumes Crew Manager responsibilities in the absence of CM
In addition to the above responsibilities, this position is responsible for other tasks as assigned

Required Skills and Education

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS/EDUCATION

High School Diploma or GED required (Associate Degree in Applied Science in Business, Engineering or Manufacturing preferred)

EXPERIENCE

Requires a minimum of 1-year experience in manufacturing operations (2 years’ experience preferred)
A working knowledge of compact, forge, delube, deflash, double disk grind, shot peen, whitelight inspection, video ink jet, magnetic particle inspection and dip tank operation is required
On the machine side, understanding and knowledge of the various machinery

About AAM:

As a leading global Tier 1 Automotive and Mobility Supplier, AAM designs, engineers and manufactures Driveline and Metal Forming technologies to support electric, hybrid and internal combustion vehicles. Discover how we’re Bringing the Future Faster at AAM.com.

AAM will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. AAM will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. For the Disabled Job Seeker: We offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment. To request assistance or accommodations, please e-mail [email protected]. AAM is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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