Team Leader

At Antolin, we are a leading global automotive supplier with over 70 years of experience in designing, manufacturing, and supplying innovative solutions for vehicles worldwide.

About Us
We have a comprehensive portfolio that includes trim, headliners, acoustic systems, lighting, and other interior systems. Our products are used in many of the world's leading car brands, with three out of four cars featuring interiors made by Antolin.

We operate with 140 plants in 26 countries, collaborating closely with our customers to develop a complete cycle of component manufacturing, from conception and design through validation and industrialization stages.

Mission
Our mission is to be the leading company in automobile interiors, creating value for all stakeholders. At the Antolin plant in Huyton, we strive to deliver continuous improvement of our production processes, maintain high-quality standards, reduce waste, and meet the Groups' environmental, sustainability, and corporate social responsibility targets.

The Role
This critical member of the Production team will report directly to the Shift Manager and work on site with hours totaling 3+ per week on rotating shift patterns, Monday to Friday (6:00-14:30) with an early finish on Friday and Monday to Thursday (14:30 - 00:15).

Responsibilities
Support and develop team members to ensure the production cell follows process and company rules.
Identify, register, and follow up any safety concerns within the cell.
Train members to follow JES and understand audit processes.
Understand and follow company rules and processes, including internal escalation procedures.
Support documentation on the cell at predetermined frequencies, including scrap, PAB boards, quality performance, etc., as per GA SP requirements.
Responsible for first off's at the start of the shift and monitoring Quality closely throughout the team with a 'don't pass forward' approach.
Follow escalation procedures, including Stop, Call, Wait.
Daily machine checks and basic process management.
Maintain a clean and safe workplace according to 5S protocols and defined states.
Standard work audits and training fully compliant.
Continuous Improvement: Encourage a solution-based approach identifying problems as opportunities to improve.
Role model company values by leading by example, treating all members fairly and with respect.
Requirements
To succeed in this role, you must:

Hold a Level 3 NVQ qualification.
Have previous experience working in a busy production environment and carrying out general production duties.
Previous line leader experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the automotive sector.
Have good competence with Microsoft Office.
SAP software experience, or similar software experience considered beneficial.
What We Offer
You will be part of a highly engaged multinational with international career opportunities, access to a learning journey adapted to your professional experience, international projects for renowned companies in the Automotive sector, and an open environment to learn new technologies.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, valuing diversity in our workplace, and supporting equal opportunities for all applicants. Read more