Job Details

Manufacturing Technician Lead is a hands-on leadership role position responsible for working closely with the manufacturing technicians and assemblers and providing day-to-day work direction. Position will oversee and perform a wide range of skilled repetitive assembly and cleaning operations toproduce quality products in a timely manner; performs operations from work instructions, Engineering Drawings, and wire schematics. Utilizes the MRP/ERP system.

Responsibilities:

• Provide day to day work direction and oversight to the manufacturing technicians and assemblers
• Read and redline electrical schematics
• Work with wiring and labeling
• Understand the functionality of electrical components
• Participate in first time production runs of new products
• Experience of first article panel and enclosure wiring
• Work from verbal instructions (e.g., is given a box of components/parts and is communicated to as to what to do; can create a sketch from this as well)
• Create layout sketches/drawings of where to place components
• Troubleshoot electrical circuits using a multi-meter
• Perform a wide range of skilled repetitive mechanical assembly operations in support of production projects
• Assemble, modify, rework, and/or reassemble production components utilizing drawings, pick tickets, process documentation, and/or verbal instructions
• Prepare and utilize basic hand tools including but not limited to power screwdriver, ruler, solder iron, heat gun, vise, solder gun, crimpers, wire strippers, torque wrenches and fabrication tools
• Participate in the hiring process by reviewing credentials, conducting interviews, and making hiring recommendations
• Address and resolve personnel issues in a timely and efficient manner, escalating as needed to direct manager and/or human resources for direction and resolution
• Assess training needs of team and arrange for or provide appropriate instruction
• Participate in continuous improvement and team building activities; maintains productive working relationships with all team members
• Ensure team works in a safe manner and in accordance with established operating procedures and practices
• Assist with creation of work instructions and bills of material as needed
• Complete all required paperwork; prepares required reports and correspondence
• Perform clean-up, organization, and tool inventory activities; 5S
• Perform other duties within scope of position as needed or assigned

Requirements

• 3+ years related experience, preferred
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred
• Excellent manual dexterity and hand/eye coordination
• Ability to identify colors
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and wire schematics and do redlines
• Familiarity with various mechanical and electrical measuring equipment
• Commitment to excellence and high standards
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm
• Acute attention to detail
• Ability to work on complex projects with general direction and minimal guidance
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to understand all safety requirements and cautions
• Proficient in standard and metric systems
• Good computer literacy, general knowledge of Word, Excel and Outlook
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Must be a self-starter, team player, work well with others and have a positive attitude
• Must have ability to prioritize, multi-task and meet deadlines
• Must be a problem solver
• Core values, exceptional work ethic and continuous self-improvement
• Must be organized, detail oriented, and able to think designs through completely
• Basic math skills

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Frequently required to stand, walk, and utilize hand and finger dexterity
Frequently required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel
Frequently required to lift/push/carry items more than 50 pounds
Specialized equipment, machines, or vehicles used

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental and vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00 - $27.00 per hour