About RivianRivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. This goes for the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build, and the curious, courageous souls we seek to attract.
As a company, we constantly challenge what’s possible, never simply accepting what has always been done. We reframe old problems, seek new solutions and operate comfortably in areas that are unknown. Our backgrounds are diverse, but our team shares a love of the outdoors and a desire to protect it for future generations.
Role SummaryThe primary purpose of the Team Leader is to plan, organize and coordinate the overall daily activities of the Team Members. They will also provide job role coverage in the case of team absence. Additional responsibilities of this role may vary by department.
ResponsibilitiesThe essential functions of the position include, but are not limited to:
Manage day to day team member assignment plan based on available manning and skillsets.
Ensure team in following standardized work for the area through observations and coaching.
Maintain 5S and Safety standards through line walks.
Engage with team members to address concerns or issues to promote continuous improvement.
Ensure team has proper tools and material to perform their jobs.
Ensure standard business practices are followed (For Example: Non- Conforming Material).
Escalate line conditions to group leader or support staff.
Maintain quality standards through checks and audits.
Complete leader standard work.
Fill in as backfill team member for the area as needed.
Actively supports management in the planning and execution of the launch, ramp ups and production.
Lead continuous improvement activities as needed.
QualificationsTo be considered for this position, all internal candidates must submit an updated resume highlighting their relevant skills, experiences, and accomplishments. Applications submitted without an updated resume will not be considered. Please ensure that your resume accurately reflects your qualifications for this role.
Time in Role: 180 days
All internal candidates must complete all required courses in RLN: Search "Become a Team Leader: Development Program" and complete all 7 online classes.
High School Diploma/ GED/ Equivalency strongly preferred.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Power Point, Outlook)
Fork Truck/ Tugger Certified
SAP Proficiency
Ability to alternate between standing and walking 8-12 hours per day.
Ability to climb steps to access platforms and workstations.
Manual dexterity to grasp and manipulate materials.
Able to position one’s body to access and assemble materials (bending
squatting/stooping/kneeling/reaching below waist and above shoulder).
Additionally, Team Members are expected to cross-train and perform work in each department and are therefore expected to be able to meet the pushing and pulling requirements for each department, which include (Push/Pull):
LOC: 45 lbs. / 35 lbs.
Pay DisclosureSalary Range/Hourly Rate for Illinois Based Applicants: $25.50 - $28.00 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).
Benefits Summary: Rivian provides robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26. Coverage is effective on the first day of employment, and Rivian covers most of the premiums.
Equal Opportunity
Rivian is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Rivian is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at [email protected].
Candidate Data Privacy
Rivian may collect, use and disclose your personal information or personal data (within the meaning of the applicable data protection laws) when you apply for employment and/or participate in our recruitment processes (“Candidate Personal Data”). This data includes contact, demographic, communications, educational, professional, employment, social media/website, network/device, recruiting system usage/interaction, security and preference information. Rivian may use your Candidate Personal Data for the purposes of (i) tracking interactions with our recruiting system; (ii) carrying out, analyzing and improving our application and recruitment process, including assessing you and your application and conducting employment, background and reference checks; (iii) establishing an employment relationship or entering into an employment contract with you; (iv) complying with our legal, regulatory and corporate governance obligations; (v) recordkeeping; (vi) ensuring network and information security and preventing fraud; and (vii) as otherwise required or permitted by applicable law.
Rivian may share your Candidate Personal Data with (i) internal personnel who have a need to know such information in order to perform their duties, including individuals on our People Team, Finance, Legal, and the team(s) with the position(s) for which you are applying; (ii) Rivian affiliates; and (iii) Rivian’s service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services.
Rivian may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data, including to or in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and the European Union and in the cloud, and this data may be subject to the laws and accessible to the courts, law enforcement and national security authorities of such jurisdictions.
Please note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services.