Melt Team Leader

Job descriptions may display in multiple languages based on your language selection. 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 responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are. 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 Responsibilities: Reporting to the Melt Supervisor, the Team Leader is responsible for the supervision of production on site, ensuring a safe working environment and satisfying all customer demands. Role Responsibilities: This role entails but is not limited to:- Guarantee a safe working environment Ensure all production processes conform to current quality standards Manufacture parts in time to satisfy customer demand Strive to improve production processes Facilitate root cause analysis of non-conforming production and implement corrective actions Daily organisation of Melt Operators Complete performance reviews to improve team performance and flexibility Monitor team performance via KPI’s and OEE Maintain metal chemistry as per specification Training of new employees as required Experience of Disciplinaries and Investigations Experience in PDR’s, PIP’s and Absence management Promote the companies HSE policies across the department and plant and adhere to all Health and Safety environmental requirements EXPERIENCE : Essential Proven Production team leader experience Experience of problem solving Use of 5S to improve production environment Proven melt and casting experience Good working knowledge of Microsoft (Excel, Word etc.) Use of KPI’s to track performance Desirable Experience within castings sector IOSH Qualification Personal Attributes: Good problem solving skills Team player and promotes a team approach to problem solving Confidence to challenge the status quo Target driven Work collaboratively to achieve project/company goals Ability to work in a fast paced environment Good communicator both written and verbal Ability to work under pressure Organised and able to multi-task Proactive in approach with a “can do attitude” Valid Driving Licence Self-motivated Eligibility to work in the UK Awareness, Unity, Empowerment: At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law. 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. Worker Type: Regular / Permanent Group: Cosma International