Production Lead Assistant - 1st Shift

About Us

At Plexus, our vision is to help create the products that build a better world. Driven by a passion for excellence, we partner with leading Aerospace/Defense, Healthcare/Life Sciences and Industrial companies to design, manufacture and service some of the world's most transformative products, including advanced surgical systems, diagnostic instruments, healthcare imaging equipment, mission critical aerospace systems, and electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions. When we invest in our people, we invest in building a better world. With a vision rooted in the wellbeing and inclusive engagement of our team members, our customers, their end users and our communities, people are the heart of what we do and who we are. It is our values that unite us and guide us in everything that we do, including how we operate, behave and interact to foster a workplace where every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute their best. Our values include: Growing our People, Building Belonging, Innovating Responsibly, Delivering Excellence and Creating Customer Success. As a team member, you will engage in impactful work through global collaboration and the use of emerging technologies, join an inclusive culture where every team member is valued and working toward a greater purpose, and be empowered to reach your full potential through various development programs designed to accelerate your growth.

Purpose

Responsible for supervising and managing activities directly related to the daily production needs of the manufacturing focused factory to assist the Production Lead. The activities of concentration will include, but are not limited to, the following areas - direction and leadership, daily production, quality, cross training and skill development.

Key Job Accountabilities

• Assign work assignments based on daily department needs, ensure quality products are produced and achieve department metrics.
• Communicate both written and orally the daily schedules, goals, quality issues/concerns to employees, other shifts, and support staff including supervisors and managers to ensure customer expectations are met.
• Ensure individuals are trained to the appropriate assembly build instructions and ensures personnel are compliant with all applicable training requirements. Intelligently flex those you oversee to meet customer schedules based on training and skill sets.
• Support and lead improvement initiatives and participates actively to improve work environment which includes improving safety, cleanliness, product quality and efficiency. This includes generating new and innovated solutions to complex problems.

Education & Experience

• A minimum of a High School diploma or GED is required.
• Less than One (1) year of related experience is required; One (1) or more years' experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Basic decision making and problem solving skills.
• Basic supervision and team building skills.
• Good communication skills.
• Intermediate computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite or Google Workspace.
• Basic data analysis and presentation skills.
• General office equipment and materials.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit and/or stand for the duration of shift.
• Ability to frequently reach at waist and occasionally above head.
• Ability to carry up to 4.5 Kg (15 Lbs) and lift up to 20.4 KG (45lbs).
• Ability to use fine motor skills and occasional use of hand tools.
• Ability to frequently push, pull, bend, kneel, and/or stoop.
• Ability to meet visual acuity requirements that are defined by defined industry certifications and customer specifications.

Pay

$40,300.00 - $60,500.00 annually