Back Up - Team Leader

Inside the Role

Interested employees are encouraged to apply for job openings that meet their career goals. When filling open positions, we will look at candidates from within the posted department/shift first. If no qualified applicant is identified, we will then review applicants from other departments/shifts. Qualifications and essential functions of the job are:
POSITION TITLE: Back Up Team Leader
DEPARTMENT: Operations – Weekend Shift (Friday, Saturday & Sunday 6:30am-7:00pm)
POSTING PERIOD: May 12, 2025-May 26, 2025

Posting Information

We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.

We Take Care of Our Team

REQUIREMENTS:

• Knowledge of Daimler products and systems and a thorough working knowledge of the designated work area process.
• Capable of diagnosing, developing and implementing practical solutions utilizing Lean concepts to area issues. 
• Able to communicate issues to responsible areas (Materials, Quality, Packaging Lab, I.T., etc.).
• Capable of accurate data collection, ability to identify trends and propose potential solutions to problems.
• Demonstrate Leadership.  Remain energetic and motivated.
• Demonstrate knowledge of operations within the team.  Able to train, coach, and mentor employees.
• Will be assigned to specific work groups.
• Must be able to perform all essential functions in the Shipping department.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Candidates must have an excellent attendance record
• At least two years progressive warehouse experience with demonstrated leadership capability. 
• Must possess strong leadership, positive attitude, interpersonal and communication skills as well as ability to problem solve and analyze data/information. 
• Willingness to accept responsibility and work closely with management a must. 
• Demonstrated record of developing and implementing suggestions as well as regular use of other TOS tools. 
• Demonstrated record of superior work performance and will be expected to work closely with management. 
• In-depth knowledge of IMS/DView, or demonstrated ability to learn the system. 
• Dedicated to learning lean/continuous improvement concepts and applying them to the day-to-day operation.

Reports to:  Department Supervisor

Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-

Canton, OH US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Schedule Type:

Onsite

At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we’re building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA’s legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future – building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all.

That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving.

Additional Information

• This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application
• Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
• Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
• Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions
• EEO - Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.

For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935.