Assembly Supervisor

About the role

The Assembly Supervisor leads and coordinates the daily activities of the Pop-A-Plug Assembly team. They serve as the primary quality gatekeeper within the assembly process, ensuring accurate completion of job travelers and production documentation. They partner with Quality & Engineering to investigate nonconformances and implement corrective actions, monitor recurring assembly defects, and identify opportunities for process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the quality gatekeeper within the assembly process.
• Ensure job travelers and all required production documentation are completed accurately and in a timely manner.
• Partner with Quality & Engineering to investigate nonconformances/implement corrective actions.
• Monitor recurring assembly defects and identify opportunities for process improvements, mistake-proofing, and additional training.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective communication, workflow, and ongoing improvement.
• Coordinate onboarding and cross-training of Assembly employees.
• Identify gaps between documented procedures and actual production practices and communicate those gaps to Engineering and Quality.
• Conduct routine floor audits to verify compliance with established processes.
• Set clear standards for teamwork, communication, attendance, quality, productivity, and conduct.
• Lead by example to uphold expected team standards.
• Ensure employees follow all applicable safety procedures and company policies.
• Support 5S and workplace organization initiatives.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree or relevant manufacturing education preferred.
• 5+ years of manufacturing or assembly experience.
• Previous supervisory or manufacturing leadership experience.
• Demonstrated understanding of manufacturing processes, quality requirements, and production documentation.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, work instructions, and specifications.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to coach, train, and develop employees.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage competing priorities and production deadlines.
• Proficiency with standard computer applications and manufacturing/ERP systems.

Qualifications

• Experience in a regulated or quality-critical manufacturing environment.
• Experience with mechanical assembly and inspection processes.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and production travelers.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, 5S, or continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience working with Quality and Engineering teams to resolve nonconformances.
• Experience developing cross-training and employee qualification programs.

Skills

• Leadership and team management skills.
• Quality control and inspection expertise.
• Collaborative problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and quality requirements.
• Proficiency with standard computer applications and ERP systems.

Benefits

We take care of our people with paid time off, a 401(k) with employer match and profit sharing, health and wellness benefits, learning and development opportunities, a referral program, competitive pay, recognition, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Additionally, we offer an inclusive and supportive culture.

Pay

$90,000.000 - $95,000.000 annually

Schedule

Onsite