Assembly Lead (1st Shift)

About the role

This role provides day-to-day leadership and direction to assembly personnel, supports production planning and schedule attainment, and promotes a safe, organized workspace. The Lead drives consistent execution of standard work using visual controls and Lean manufacturing practices, troubleshoots issues, and contributes to continuous improvement to improve throughput, quality, and delivery performance.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assemble and test electromechanical systems and subassemblies according to engineering specifications
• Provide guidance and work direction to cleanroom assembly personnel
• Develop and manage work schedules in coordination with the Manufacturing Manager
• Participate in production meetings and communicate relevant updates to the assembly team
• Conduct on-the-job training and support skill development for team members
• Operate hand and power tools to complete assembly tasks safely and efficiently
• Apply 5S and visual control principles to maintain a clean and organized workspace
• Support quality assurance efforts and perform general inspection and troubleshooting
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support production goals
• Monitor daily production output and assist in achieving schedule attainment goals
• Escalate quality, material, equipment, and manpower issues to supervision as appropriate
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, and on-time delivery
• Assist with cross-training and certification of assembly personnel

Knowledge, Skills, Experience

• Demonstrated leadership and team coordination capabilities
• Skilled in conducting hands-on training and mentoring
• Strong manual dexterity and proficiency with hand and power tools
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and blueprints
• Familiarity with GD&T principles and cable routing, harness configuration, soldering, wiring, and crimping standards
• Proficient in advanced assembly techniques and troubleshooting of electromechanical systems
• Basic computer literacy, including Microsoft Office applications
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for internal and external interactions
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new products and procedures
• Willingness to work flexible hours and travel occasionally as needed
• Ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience
• Some technician coursework and/or AA technical degree or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of related experience working in a cleanroom environment with previous leadership experience
• Experience in helium leak testing, module and sub-assembly testing, and inspection preferred

Work Environment

• Works in a manufacturing and/or cleanroom environment
• Required to wear personal protective equipment where applicable
• Subject to noise levels
• Subject to hazards including electrical current, moving mechanical parts, exposure to chemicals and debris
• Subject to vibrations
• May involve exposure to moderate noise levels from printers, faxes, computer etc.

Physical Demands

• Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, walk, push, pull and grasp
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs
• Ability to lift over 25 lbs with assistance
• Ability to move arms, hands and fingers
• Required to have visual acuity to perform assigned tasks
• Ability to stand / sit for sustained periods of time
• Ability to talk on phone and use computer for extended periods of time may be required