HyperCore Team Lead 2nd shift

About the role

Hayden Industrial, a leading manufacturer of industrial cooling systems, is seeking an experienced Assembly Team Lead. The Assembly Team Lead will oversee daily operations of the assembly teams responsible for completing and finalizing heat exchanger bundles and related components. This role ensures that all assembly activities are completed safely, efficiently, and according to engineering drawings, quality standards, and production schedules. The Team Lead acts as the primary point of contact between production staff, quality assurance, and management. Hayden Industrial has determined this position involves safety-sensitive job duties and will be considered a safety-sensitive position for purpose of the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana and Patient Protection Act (“The Unity Bill.”) effective August 29th, 2019.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the daily activities of the Final Assembly and Bundle Assembly teams to meet production goals and deadlines.
• Assign tasks, monitor work progress, and provide on-the-job training and guidance to assembly technicians.
• Ensure all work is performed in compliance with company safety policies, quality standards, and engineering specifications.
• Interpret and communicate blueprints, work instructions, and bill of materials to assembly personnel.
• Verify assembly alignment, fit, and torque requirements for tube bundles, frames, and final product configurations.
• Oversee installation of finned tubes, tube sheets, headers, gaskets, and other components as part of the final build process.
• Inspect and sign off on completed assemblies prior to quality control review or shipment.
• Coordinate with Quality, Engineering, and Logistics departments to resolve issues and maintain workflow.
• Maintain accurate production records, time tracking, and material usage reports.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and support Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Promote a positive, team-oriented work environment focused on safety, quality, and efficiency.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent; technical or trade school certification preferred. Minimum 3–5 years of experience in mechanical or manufacturing assembly, preferably in heat exchangers or pressure equipment. Previous leadership or supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment is strongly preferred. Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and assembly documentation. Skilled in using hand tools, torque wrenches, pneumatic tools, and measuring equipment. Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills. Proven ability to motivate and lead a diverse production team in a fast-paced environment. Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

Benefits

Hayden Industrial offers a generous benefits package including comprehensive health, dental, vision, 401(k) retirement plan with company match, a generous paid time off schedule, and professional development opportunities.

Schedule

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Thursday, 3:30 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. Occasional weekend work may be required as job duties demand. No travel is required for this position.

Work Environment

The work environment is non‑temperature controlled with loud noises, dust, dirt, and metal particles typical of metal fabrication shops. Employees must wear personal protective equipment including noise/hearing protection, safety glasses with side shields, paint masks or respirators when required, and OSHA‑compliant safety boots/shoes. Physical demands include regularly standing for long periods, walking, reaching, ascending/descending ladders, bending, kneeling, and stooping, with occasional lifting or moving of up to 50 pounds. Required vision abilities are close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust