Manufacturing Group Leader

LOCATION: NY - Lockport COMP - 200 Upper Mountain Road - Building 7 - Any type of Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.Job Summary - Group Leader (Manufacturing) | ProductionOEM Manufacturing is seeking Group Leaders for current and future openings at its Lockport, NY facility. This onsite, full-time role involves leading teams in Production, Quality, or Global Supply Chain to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing operations.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and manage daily manufacturing operations and adjust plans as neededDrive safety, quality, productivity, and cost performance (SPQRCE focus)Lead teams, manage performance, resolve conflict, and drive accountabilityOversee production, quality inspections, problem-solving, and built in quality initiativesManage change and ambiguity in a fast-paced environmentWork Environment & Physical RequirementsLoud, non-climate-controlled manufacturing environmentStanding/walking for long periods; lifting up to 40 lbs. periodicallyBending, kneeling, climbing, operating equipment, and using PPE requiredRotating shifts (1st, 2nd, or 3rd) with frequent weekend work (up to 7 days as needed)Required QualificationsHigh School Diploma or equivalentMinimum 2 years of managerial experienceExperience leading people, solving complex problems, and making decisionsStrong interpersonal and conflict-management skillsBasic computer skills (email, Word, typing)Willingness to work rotating shifts and weekendsMilitary background is a plusPreferred QualificationsLean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement (CIP), TIPAutomotive or manufacturing experienceUnion environment supervisionSupply Chain or Quality experienceBuilt in Quality initiatives, DFSS/Red X certificationKnowledge of timekeeping systemsShift Details:1st- 6am to 2:30pm2nd-2pm to 10:30pm3rd-10pm to 6:30amM-F and most Saturdays/Sundays as required (possibly 7 days)