About the Role
As a Manufacturing Assembly Lead, you will oversee daily production operations, ensuring that assembly teams meet rigorous quality, efficiency, and scheduling targets. You will serve as a key technical leader, utilizing your expertise to optimize workflows, mentor staff, and drive continuous improvement across our mechanical assembly and testing processes.
Responsibilities-
Direct daily assembly activities, ensuring all work instructions and standard operating procedures are strictly followed to maintain product integrity.
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Proactively identify and resolve production bottlenecks, conducting root cause analysis to prevent non-conformances and improve operational efficiency.
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Coordinate material staging and resource allocation to ensure production schedules are met while minimizing waste.
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Foster a high-performance team culture by providing clear guidance, performance feedback, and professional development opportunities.
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Collaborate with quality assurance and engineering departments to refine manufacturing methods and eliminate process variation.
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Manage employee performance through objective appraisals, consistent policy application, and recognition of exemplary work.
Qualifications-
5+ years of supervisory experience in mechanical assembly, power generation, or gas turbine manufacturing.
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Proven ability to lead teams, build consensus, and drive accountability in a fast-paced environment.
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Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on implementing corrective actions and process improvements.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic time-tracking systems.
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US Citizenship required; ability to pass background and drug screenings.
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Technical degree or relevant certification.
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Experience working within aerospace or defense industry standards.
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Demonstrated success in cross-training teams to increase operational flexibility.
