JOB TITLE: Group Leader-Receiving and Material Flow

This role is not eligible for relocation. Eligible candidates must be within a commutable distance to Appling, Georgia.

Club Car boasts a 60 year history of industry-leading innovation and design, initially focused on golf cars and then expanding into commercial utility vehicles and personal-use transportation.

GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION

The Group Leader is an extension of management and is responsible for leading and distributing tasks while providing support to the Supervisor and Team Leaders. This position will provide support for all Appling Manufacturing Plant Shipping/Receiving and Material Flow.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the mission of the Appling Plant Materials Team in support of Operations.
• Define and implement Standard Work that enables 100% material delivery and process goals: meeting takt and maintaining a safe environment and a zero-defect product.
• Work directly with Team Leaders and Supervisors to provide them with the necessary tools to create an efficient and accurate material flow. This includes all aspects of quality, safety, production, standard work, leadership, problem-solving, communications, scheduling, housekeeping, etc.
• Promote and execute lean cultural transformation, 5S program, usage of value stream tools, and visual factory.
• Foster and treat all employees with respect and dignity. Emphasis on communication and business goals.
• Evaluate and improve the skills and performance of material team members and Team Leaders.
• Promote and support the company’s efforts in associate involvement concepts and "open door" communications through the development and or implementation of various team communication programs.
• Promotes commitment to quality and continuous improvement through attitude, behavior, communication, and development and implementation of standard work and associated programs and activities.
• Communicates/updates shift management of daily problems and concerns, identifying areas needing attention to ensure the continuity of the operation.
• Encourage and monitor employees to work safely and to their highest ability by acknowledging their efforts and rewarding them accordingly.
• Work with Team Leaders to build a sense of community within teams by promoting a team environment, actively listening to employees’ needs, and providing coaching where necessary.
• Consistently apply Club Car policies and procedures.                            

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintains a safe and productive work environment by assuring the work area is clear of tools, brooms, debris, and other items that may present a hazard.
• Other tasks and duties as directed by supervisor.
• Must be able to work flexible shifts and overtime, as necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE JOB

Education:

• High School Diploma/Equivalent required.
• College Degree preferred.

Experience: 

• A minimum of one year of Club Car Team Leader or Process Improvement experience or three years of leadership experience.
• Proficient in Excel, Word, Outlook, and Microsoft Office programs.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Strong leadership skills.
• Continuous improvement driven.
• Safety management mindset.
• Problem solving.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Requires occasional lifting of objects of objects 25 to 50 pounds.
• Work requires periodic stooping/bending and frequent walking/standing.
• Work involves activities that require special safety precautions, e.g., working around moving parts, machines, or vehicles.

Club Car is a diverse and inclusive environment. We are an equal employment opportunity employer dedicated to hiring a diverse workforce, including individuals with disabilities and United States-qualified protected veterans.

Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated at Club Car.