Posted August 17, 2026
Production Group Leader
Optimal Inc.
Flint, MI, US
Full Time
Job Description
Job Description
Job Summary:The main function of the Group Production Supervisor is to supervise and coordinate the activities of production and operating workers.Job Responsibilities:Recommend measures to motivate employees and to improve production methods, equipment performance, product quality, or efficiency.Review operations and confer with technical or administrative staff to resolve production or processing problems.Develop and implement production tracking and quality control systems, analyzing production, quality control, and maintenance to detect production problems.Hire, train, evaluate, and discharge staff, and resolve personal grievances.Prepare and maintain production reports and personnel records.Business Group:Supply Chain GroupLooking to expand 3rd shift operations on both sides of the house for both engine linesV8 carrier is in a new launch status and starting to ramp upThere is a high work loadTypical Day in the Role:Heavily involved with UAW team members, managing a group of around 15-25 employees. Working with cross-functional teams to meet deadlines100% onsite.Environment- On the GA plant floor, a lot of walking and standingPerformance feedback is given in real timeSomeone willing to standup to their team. It is difficult to come in this environment and not get "ran over" by the team member.We're always willing to help but have to some ownership and initiative to receive help. I want someone that handle a project on their own.Safety is important.Holding people accountable from a safety perspective, especially in general assembly.Skills:Verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and problem solving skills.Ability to work independently and manage one's time.Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.Requirements:High school diploma or GED required. Associate's degree or higher preferred.Previous knowledge of supply chain / material movement would give an edgeManagerial experience is a plus within UAW spaceAt least 1-2years of experience mandatoryHiring Manager's Top Skills:Managerial experience, specifically working in a union environment.Being able to adapt quickly. In the GSC, everything is constantly changing, and they need to be able to make changes on the fly.Have an understanding of supply chain/logistics.Shift Information:1st / 2nd / 3rd will most likely have rotationTraining starts on 1st shift1st Shift: 5:30am to 2:30pm2nd Shift: 1:30p to 10:30pm3rd Shift: 9:30pm to 6:30am
