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Production Team Leader -2nd Shift PACCAR

Magna · Piedmont, SC

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Level
Supervisor
Team
Production
Degree
Required
Industry
Automotive
Posted
30+ days ago

The role in 30 seconds

An engineer-level production role at Magna (automotive) in Piedmont, SC. If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.

They ask for
degree required
Tools it names
Lean, 5S, Tooling, EHS / safety

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How this role compares

Against 24 other live production postings in South Carolina.

Experience asked
Not stated

Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • Team leadership 92%
  • ✓ Lean 44%
  • ✓ 5S 32%
  • ✓ EHS / safety 24%
  • SAP 20%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

Stands out: this posting asks for Tooling, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.

At a glance

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How to get in at this plant

Five moves over a week or two. The first one takes ten minutes.

  1. 1

    Pick 2–3 people on the Production team at Magna

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  2. 2

    Send a short, curious note

    One real question about their work. No favors yet. Each person gets a different note, written for this role.

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  3. 3

    Turn a reply into a short call

    Questions worth asking about this team:

    • What does a normal week look like on your team?
    • How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
  4. 4

    Apply with someone vouching for you

    If the call went well, ask whether they’d pass your résumé to the hiring manager. Send your résumé link, apply that day, and let them know.

  5. 5

    Bring proof to the interview

    One page of before-and-after numbers from projects you led: scrap, OEE, cycle time, cost. Plant managers hire on results.

This plant: Magna in Piedmont

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responsibilities

as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.

Essential functions of the positions

  • ◆Lead daily production activities by coordinating manpower, assigning work, facilitating pre‑shift meetings, managing break relief, and ensuring clear shift hand‑off communication.
  • ◆Ensure safe operations by enforcing Magna/OSHA standards, conducting pre‑shift inspections and safety talks, maintaining evacuation routes, and responding immediately to accidents and investigations.
  • ◆Drive production performance by operating equipment as needed, supporting start‑ups, monitoring WIP and inventory, achieving first‑time quality, and meeting efficiency and delivery targets.
  • ◆Maintain accurate operational documentation, including hourly production data, downtime tracking, performance reporting, and up‑to‑date work instructions.
  • ◆Coach, train, and develop team members through on‑the‑job training, performance feedback, and skills development; provide recommendations on training and performance needs.
  • ◆Support continuous improvement initiatives by administering corrective actions, participating in lean/5S activities, coordinating engineering changes, and promoting quality and innovation.
  • ◆Foster strong cross‑functional communication and team leadership by supporting company vision, resolving issues objectively, collaborating with other departments, and ensuring consistent execution across shifts.

Education

  • ✓High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

Work experience / technical training

  • ✓Must currently hold or be able to attain a forklift license.
  • ✓Must exemplify excellent interpersonal skills and communication skills, written and oral.
  • ✓Good mathematical, analytical and organizational skills.
  • ✓Able to work in various locations within and outside the plant.
  • ✓Good mathematical, analytical and organizational skills.
  • ✓Able to work in various areas/locations within and outside the plant.

WHY WORK HERE?

  • ✓Health Insurance (includes telemedicine, FSA, HSA, and other benefits)
  • ✓Dental Insurance
  • ✓Vision Insurance
  • ✓401(k) with match
  • ✓Employee Profit Sharing Plan
  • ✓Employee Assistance Program
  • ✓Tuition Reimbursement
  • ✓Referral Program - Up to $1,000 per hired referral
  • ✓Onsite cafeteria with multiple fresh-cooked options and salad bar, and fully stocked breakrooms throughout plant
  • ✓Annual events (Summer cookout, Christmas party, etc.)
  • ✓Onsite Nurses' office
  • ✓Onsite Mother's room

Pay range: $27.65 - $30.63 annual salary

requirements

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AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure

As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify

qualifications

and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.

Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.

If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.

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What we offer

At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied

Group Summary

Cosma provides a comprehensive range of body, chassis and engineering solutions to global customers. Through our robust product engineering, outstanding tooling capabilities and diverse process expertise, we continue to bring lightweight and innovative products to market.

Job

Worker Type

Regular / Permanent

Group

Cosma International

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