Mechanical Lead

About the role

The Mechanical Lead is expected to ensure project assembly functions are executed properly, within budget and on time under the direction of the assembly supervisor and/or Leadman.

Responsibilities

• Lead small to medium size groups
• Train and mentor new personnel
• Manage shop assembly activities through daily/weekly work plans
• Maintain project status reports
• Ensure that work is accomplished safely
• Assist the supervisor in enforcing standards and complying with regulations
• Track and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Monitor budgeted labor hours
• Ensure zero recordable safety incidents through proactive planning and continuous improvement initiatives
• Any other duties as assigned by TAS

Skills

• Ability to read shop drawings
• Basic understanding of a P&ID
• Ability to operate forklift, overhead crane and man lift
• Project Planning and Scheduling
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing / 5S / Continuous Improvement
• Understanding of Mechanical Systems and Components
• Safety Compliance & Incident Investigation
• Basic Computer Literacy (MS Excel / ERP systems)
• Team Communication and Conflict Resolution
• Time Management and Prioritization
• Basic Budgeting or Cost Awareness

Requirements

• High school diploma
• 2–3 years of experience in mechanical assembly in a similar environment
• Proven ability to interpret mechanical drawings, blueprints, and P&IDs
• Experience using basic shop equipment (e.g., hand tools, torque wrenches, power tools)
• Basic Computer Literacy (MS Excel / ERP systems)
• Demonstrated ability to manage priorities and meet production schedules
• Capable of communicating clearly and effectively with team members, supervisors, and other departments

Preferred Requirements

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
• 3+ years of experience in mechanical assembly in a similar environment

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Ability to exert up to 30 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body
• Performs other physical activities including use of fingers, sitting, stooping, bending, crouching, talking, hearing, and performing repetitive motions
• Visual acuity requirements include color, depth perception and field of vision necessary to prepare and analyze data and figures, operate a computer terminal, and conduct extensive reading
• The incumbent will be subject to outside environmental conditions