Group Leader

Supply Chain Group Leader – Bowling Green, KY (42101)

Contract: 6 months, with strong likelihood of extension or direct hire

Schedule: Rotating Shifts

1st Shift: 5:30 AM – 3:00 PM

2nd Shift: 2:30 PM – 12:00 AM

Compensation: $42–44/hour, with PTO and optional benefits

Position Overview

We are seeking a hands-on Group Leader to oversee a team of 30+ hourly UAW employees supporting material flow and logistics for the Automotive production line. This role requires a dynamic leader with strong experience in manufacturing and warehouse operations, capable of guiding and motivating teams while ensuring quality, efficiency, and safety in a unionized environment.

Key Responsibilities

Supervise and support a team of 30+ hourly employees involved in material handling and logistics

Manage the flow of material from receiving docks to assembly lines in a just-in-time (JIT) environment

Conduct performance management, timekeeping, and resource planning to ensure daily targets are met

Train and coach team members using standardized methods and GMS (Global Manufacturing System) principles

Ensure compliance with National and Local UAW labor agreements

Promote a culture of safety and maintain ergonomics, health, and housekeeping standards

Resolve quality issues and implement preventive measures to avoid recurrence

Support launch and pilot build activities through lean manufacturing and continuous improvement

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet production schedules and quality goals

Participate in shutdown periods and pursue potential conversion opportunities based on performance and business needs

Required Qualifications

High school diploma required; Bachelor’s degree preferred

Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience in manufacturing or logistics

Proven experience supervising hourly production or logistics employees in a unionized environment

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, etc.)

Experience using Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and ERP platforms

Strong communication and team-building skills, with the ability to lead in a fast-paced, hands-on environment

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience in high-demand automotive manufacturing environments

Ability to drive continuous improvement through lean manufacturing practices

Familiarity with material flow operations and supply chain synchronization in a JIT production system

EOE (including Disability/Veterans)