Manufacturing Technician Lead; 2nd Shift

Silent-Aire, a division of Johnson Controls, is a global leader in owner equipment manufacturing (OEM) dedicated to providing custom solutions for data center customers. Our product line includes large-scale equipment such as air handling units and modular data centers. We pride ourselves on innovation, quality, and delivering tailored solutions to meet our clients' unique needs.

• Ensure crew is arriving on time, ready and fit for duty at the start of each shift
• Host a morning meeting with crew at start of shift to delegate work for the day
• Review any job related issues or safety concerns
• Ensure workers have proper material and tools to complete daily tasks
• Train apprentices in job duties
• Check to ensure subassembly counts are correct and items meet a visual quality inspection and report any discrepancies to the fabrication area.
• Establish methods with workers to meet work schedule deadlines
• Ensure workers are wearing proper PPE and working in a safe manner
• Ensure quality of work is maintained to a high standard
• Resolve any work problems and recommend measures to improve productivity and quality of work
• Ensure workers adhere to company rules, policies and procedures
• Ensure workers are following scheduled break times
• Escalate disciplinary action required as per company policies and procedures
• Understand sequence of operation
• Become familiar with equipment being gathered and verify where and how components are delivered.
• Co-ordinate daily tasks with other trade supervisors to ensure clear lines of communication
• Manage inventory of material and consumables to prevent sudden shortages which can affect work schedule and productivity
• Completing required paperwork and maintaining accurate record keeping
• Set goals and manage time efficiently
• Demonstrate effective leadership skills, team building skills and the ability to supervise and motivate effectively.
• Other duties as assigned

• This position requires shop work. When working in the shop, one must exercise caution as this environment presents many naturally-occurring and potentially worker-produced hazards including small or large projectiles, contamination with toxic gasses/liquids, impalement, crushing, electrocution, explosion, immolation, decapitation and asphyxiation. Safety policies (i.e. respiratory protection) must be adhered to at all times while visiting, touring and/or working in the shop.
  
  Appropriate personal protective equipment (i.e. safety glasses, steel-toed boots, and others) must be worn at all times where required.
• It is very important that the incumbent of this position is able to work and communicate with prudence as it effectively manages time, completing tasks, and working safely.
• It is very important that the incumbent of this position is able to work and communicate with prudence while effectively managing time, completing tasks, and working safely.

• Effective communication skills.
• Time management skills.
• Experience with all safe practices, procedures, and overall processes associated with manufacturing from raw materials to finished product.
• Critical eye for identifying defects.
• Knowledge of appropriate materials, methods, and the tools required in various assembly processes.
• Ability to work independently and complete daily activities according to work schedule.
• Knowledge of workplace safety and safe lifting and handling procedures.
• Must be able to carry and move equipment and/or supplies in excess of 40 pounds.
• Must be able to read/write in English