Assembly Operator Lead

In this position, you will get to:

• Provide backup support to the production supervisor and lead all aspects of the daily operations of the assembly line.

• Support the production process by filling in positions on the line when vital to maintain the flow of work when absences occur (Vacation, PTO, Restroom breaks, etc.).

• Able to carry out company and department policy and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

• Operate a variety of equipment applicable within assigned area (i.e., CRTs, forklifts, etc.).

• Coordinate the timely and accurate movement of material into, within and out of assigned work area as needed.

• Drive a continuous improvement culture by involving employees in problem solving and decision-making and recognizing them for outstanding work.

• Monitor assembly processes and conduct regular inspections to identify and resolve any issues or defects.

• Meet production targets and deadlines while maintaining the highest level of quality.

• Provide guidance, feedback, and support to production staff on their performance, quality standards, safety procedures and protocols.

• Report any malfunctioning or damaged equipment, materials or products to the Production Supervisor and assist with troubleshooting and repairs as needed.

• Maintain accurate and timely records of production data, such as output, waste, defects, inventory, labor hours and downtime.

• Participate in cross-training and cross-functional activities to enhance skills and knowledge and support other production areas as needed.

• Stay in sync with all company policies and procedures, federal, state, and local regulations regarding health, safety, environment, and hygiene.

You have:

• Minimum of 2 years of direct experience in a Manufacturing/Production Team Lead role or equivalent.

• Solid understanding of mechanical repairs or troubleshooting.

• Effective communication both oral and written.

• Demonstrate leadership, collaboration, initiative, integrity, and professionalism.

• Ability to communicate job expectations to production staff and achieve desired results by monitoring, guiding, and carrying out policies and procedures.

• Ability to adapt to rapidly changing business circumstances and thrive in a constantly changing business environment.

• Ability to conduct operator training on standard work to include work instructions, machine adjustments, product quality, company and value stream policies, and procedures as the need arises.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to determine production priorities and ensure efficient workflow.

• Ability to achieve high productivity by reporting any tardiness, attendance issues, and disciplinary issues to the Production/Distribution Supervisor.

• Be a change agent and drive out waste throughout the department by applying Lean methodologies.