Assembly lead

Job Summary : We are partnering with a manufacturing company in their search for an Assembly Lead. Located in the Huntington area, the ideal candidate will come with 5 years of assembly experience.

Job Responsibilities :

• Receive daily schedule and goals from manager and communicate to the team
• Distribute production orders to each cell and ensure proper usage of tools for assigned tasks
• Delegate to production team which cell is working on which orders
• Enforce use of hour x hour production tracking and collect data at EOD
• Understand capacity and cycle times of each production cell
• Review bill of materials with each Assembler and verify correct parts and hardware are used
• Ensure all parts are received prior to the assembly process and in the correct quantities needed for the order
• Coordinate paperwork & transactions with other departments
• Assist cells when needed to assemble components accurately and thoroughly to approved specifications
• Ensure and enforce clean workspaces that exemplify 5S between jobs
• Inform manager of any part or equipment defects to ensure prompt resolution
• Act as leader by modeling exemplary performance
• Communicate effectively with department personnel to facilitate production orders
• Follow instructions as provided by supervisor
• Complete assigned work within given timeframe and according to specifications
• Cooperate with other employees in the department and maintain a safe working environment
• Proactively advocate for safety of employees and adhere to all company safety regulations
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of assigned work area
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements :

• High School diploma or equivalent is required
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience is required
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings
• Ability to lead a team and communicate effectively in both English and Spanish
• Ability to work with SAP and drawings database
• Capable of understanding a materials list for creating a finished product is required
• Knowledge of basic computer skills
• Ability to read and interpret shop drawings and prints is required
• Knowledge of quality assurance concepts to identify and prevent errors within the production process is preferred
• Understanding of inventory control is preferred
• Ability to operate common hand tools (drill, screwdriver, hammer, etc.) is required
• Knowledge of various hardware (screws, washers, bolts, rivets, etc.) is required
• Familiarity with shop equipment such as table, panel and chop saws and kick and drill presses are preferred
• Ability to work overtime when required
• Ability to arrive promptly for shift and stand and / or walk for duration of shift
• Ability to hear, speak, kneel, bend and use a step ladder or stool
• Capable of lifting 45 pounds
• Capable of working in a manufacturing environment

Last updated : 2024-04-02