Assembler III - Lead

Major Responsibilities

Uses work instructions, drawings, schematics, and electronic assembly equipment to perform assembly while complying with safe and effective operation standards of all equipment and tools.

Follows established quality standards and participates in continuous improvement efforts (Drive to Zero).

May cross-train in multiple assembly areas and flex to other similar departments based on business needs.

Develops and maintains an understanding of the products they assemble and how they impact the business.

Continuously learns the principles, practices, and processes of the job as changes require.

Participates in team meetings to exchange job-related information.

Solves problems with assistance from peers or supervisors depending on the level and complexity.

May provide task-specific training to employees on work instructions/standard work as needed.

Qualifications

General understanding of ERP system.

Flexes to multiple workstations based on business needs.

Retrieves information as needed within ERP system.

Provides training to employees on work instructions/standard work.

Contributes to identifying problems and implementing appropriate countermeasures.

Supports and contributes to continuous improvement initiatives while maintaining quality standards.

Uses initiative and judgment to lead problem-solving and implementing appropriate countermeasures.

Proficiently accesses information and performs transactions as needed within ERP system.

May lead team meetings and exchange job-related information.

Solves problems independently within designated authority level.

Frequently trains employees on different aspects of the department including work instructions/standard work.

Promotes continuous improvement and quality initiatives, identifying issues, suggesting solutions, and processing improvements.

Consistently follows through on team commitments, communicates, and demonstrates accountability.

May perform lead responsibilities as needed.

Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent.

2 years of complex assembly or related experience.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Demonstrates flexibility and a positive attitude.

Accepts responsibility for own actions.

Ability to effectively communicate in a team environment.

Ability to understand and execute basic standard assembly procedures, interpret basic visual diagrams, and use basic hand tools.

Ability to perform basic reading, writing, math, and computer functions.

Ability to perform highly repetitive assembly tasks in a manufacturing environment.

Ability to act safely while following established procedures, processes, and policies.

Intermediate to advanced computer knowledge (such as using electronic work instructions).

Ability to understand and execute advanced standard procedures, interpret basic visual diagrams, and use advanced tooling.

Experience in root cause problem solving (5 Why, 8D, PDCA, etc.).

Experience effectively training other employees to work instructions/standard work.