Assembly Line Lead is responsible for supporting and managing assembly associates in safety and operational procedures, build schedule achievement, 5S, inventory and BOM accuracy, in a dynamic industrial manufacturing factory. Product lines are low volume high mix including build to order.
This role is directly responsible for staff management, safety and performance of assembly line or cell.
Essential Functions:
The successful candidate has experience in leading a team in a lean manufacturing environment using an ERP system with an ability to be self-driven and go ahead with limited direction.
Key requirements include:
· Teach, train, support, motivate, manage and document staff performance and compliance.
· Work with other team leads to manage and prioritize assignments to ensure customer demand and the production schedule are met.
· Strong level of attention to detail.
· Follow assembly instructions, processes and procedures as designated by the company's quality system.
· Work closely with the support staff such as technicians, engineers, production supervisors to resolve issues.
· Perform cycle counts to help manage inventory accuracy.
· Assure all entries into the ERP system, such as part numbers, labor and inspection are accurate.
· Provide leadership by demonstrating high standards of work practices and safety conscious behavior.
· Maintain thorough knowledge of all processes and equipment.
· Work with management to set goals and implement processes that will ensure goals are met.
· Communicate and support goals in a manner that motivates the support and acceptance of others.
· Maintain a clean and organized work area to facilitate manufacturing functions.
· Maintain good communication with employees and other departments.
· Strong conflict resolution, problem solving and interpersonal skills.
· Maintain a positive attitude in stressful situations.
Qualifications:
· 2 or more years supervisory experience.
· High school diploma or Associate's Degree.
· Demonstrated mechanical and electrical aptitude.
· Must have basic computer skills including typing, data entry and Email.
Company DescriptionWanco is the industryʼs leading manufacturer of highway safety and traffic control products. Innovation and new product development have made us what we are, and will continue to carry our reputation forward, well into the future.
Wanco provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.