Team Lead- Assembly

What We Are Looking For

The Department Lead is responsible for coordinating the activities of production and employees by acting as a bridge between employees and the Production Supervisor.

What You’ll Be Responsible For In This Role

• Ensure a safe working environment and that the team is working safely
• Set the example for safety, attendance, productivity, attitude, etc.
• Assign tasks to meet daily production targets
• Ensure team members have required PPE, parts, tools, etc., to perform assigned tasks
• Provide on-the-spot verbal coaching or correction and document as required, both good and bad
• Keep supervisor informed of individual performance trends, both good and bad
• Ensure production standards are met
• Mediate conflict between team members
• Understand at a basic level employment compliance risks (ex: ADA, FMLA, sexual harassment, bullying, threats of violence, etc.), and report to department leadership and HR in a timely manner
• Ensure team members are trained to perform assigned tasks
• Complete audits and sign offs in respective areas
• Ensure critical information is communicated at shift turnover
• Demonstrate understanding of production operations
• Assist assigned department with tracking parts, resolving issues, and communicating with team members
• Assume other activities and responsibilities from time-to-time as directed by supervisor
• Read and comprehend a job order, bill of materials, blueprint, text, or schematic drawings
• Identify parts and part descriptions using work order information and identify proper tools needed to perform duties in respective area
• Absorb and assist with lean initiatives on the floor and participate and/or lead continuous improvement events
• Must be able to adapt to rapidly changing situations
• Perform any assembly-type function, using hand or power tools
• Utilize appropriate information given on material gauging and dimensioning
• Read rulers, tape measurers, metal squares, and other measuring instruments
• Fasten parts together with bolts, screws, speed clips, rivets, or fasteners
• Identify maintenance needed on equipment and tooling
• Work at different workstations as production needs require
• Maintain the work area in a clean, safe, and orderly manner
• Use proper safety equipment and apparel required for each operation on individual’s product line or work cell
• Perform other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required
• Minimum of two (2) years relevant experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment

To Be a Great Fit For The Role

• Team oriented – values the synergy of a team and operates as a team player
• Effectively collaborates, engages others in discussion and is hands-on in problem solving
• A fast learner able to quickly come up to speed on business processes to manage and serve the needs of the organization
• A passion for getting things right
• Can-do attitude, committed to finding solutions
• Demonstrated ability to read and comprehend blueprints and schematic drawings
• Demonstrated proficiency with handheld tools and other measuring devices
• Demonstrated proficiency with written and verbal communication and/or instruction

Physical Demands

• Occasionally – Sitting, Climbing/Balancing, Stooping/Twisting, Kneeling, Squatting, Crawling, Pushing/Pulling, Reaching, Gripping, Pinching, Neck Rotation/Extension, Foot Use, and Lift/Carry up to 50 lbs
• Frequently – Standing, Walking, and Keyboarding
• Constantly – Visual Acuity (Near/Far)

Pay and Benefits

• Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.
• Benefits for this position include: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short-term disability and long-term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits; parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off, including employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services.
• Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.