Produciton Lead / Switchgear Lead

Category Production Job Location Seymour, CT, US Position Type Full-Time/Regular Switchgear Lead Schedule Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm Overview The Switchgear Lead is a hands-on leadership role responsible for keeping switchgear production moving safely, efficiently, and on schedule. You will lead and support technicians, coordinate daily workloads, monitor quality, and help solve production issues as they come up. This position works closely with production, purchasing, inventory, and other teams to make sure the right materials and resources are available to complete work accurately and on time. If you have strong electrical or manufacturing experience, enjoy leading people, and know how to keep a busy shop organized, this could be a strong fit. What you will do Team leadership Lead, coach, and support switchgear techniciansAssign daily work and communicate production prioritiesTrain employees on procedures, safety requirements, and quality expectationsProvide feedback and help employees develop their technical skillsHelp resolve workflow, performance, and production issues Production and scheduling Coordinate daily production activities to meet customer deadlinesPrioritize jobs based on workload, material availability, and production schedulesMonitor work in progress and adjust assignments as priorities changeMake sure labor, equipment, and materials are being used effectivelyCoordinate with purchasing, inventory, logistics, and production planning when materials or components are needed Quality Make sure completed work meets drawings, specifications, quality standards, and customer requirementsInspect work in progress and completed equipmentIdentify quality issues early and coordinate corrective action or rework when neededHelp maintain consistent inspection and quality control processes Continuous improvement Look for ways to improve workflow, productivity, quality, and costHelp implement Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement practices where appropriateReview production metrics and KPIs to identify trends and opportunities for improvementHelp solve recurring production problems by identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions Safety Maintain a safe and organized work environmentEnsure employees follow company safety procedures and applicable regulationsConduct or participate in safety inspections, hazard assessments, and incident reviewsEncourage employees to identify hazards and actively participate in safety programs What success looks like Production stays on schedule and customer commitments are metTechnicians understand their priorities and have the support needed to complete their workSwitchgear is assembled and inspected accurately the first timeQuality issues are identified and corrected earlyMaterials and equipment are available when neededThe department operates safely, efficiently, and consistentlyProduction problems are addressed quickly instead of becoming recurring issues What we are looking for Experience in switchgear, electrical equipment, fabrication, manufacturing, or a related production environmentPrevious lead, supervisory, or team leadership experienceStrong understanding of manufacturing and production processesAbility to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specificationsStrong mechanical and electrical aptitudeAbility to organize work, set priorities, and manage multiple production demandsStrong problem-solving and troubleshooting skillsComfortable reviewing production data, metrics, and KPIsStrong communication and team leadership skillsWorking knowledge of production planning, inventory, ERP, or manufacturing systemsUnderstanding of manufacturing safety requirements and best practicesExperience with Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement practices is a plusBachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Management, or a related field is preferred but not required Physical requirements Frequent walking and continuous standingContinuous repetitive hand motionOccasional reaching or working overheadOccasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawlingAbility to lift and handle materials weighing up to 50 pounds We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. Similar roles Switchgear Lead - Switchgear Supervisor - Electrical Production Lead - Electrical Assembly Lead - Manufacturing Lead - Production Lead - Electrical Shop Lead - Switchgear Technician Lead LinkedIn HASH#