Assembly Lead

Under the general direction of an Assembly Manager, the Assembly Lead provides direction and instructions to Assemblers in either mechanical and/or electrical groups to enable them to complete tasks quickly, effectively, safely and of excellent quality.

• Act as first responder or SME to resolve for tier 1 escalations to assembly cells when issues arise
• Troubleshoot any unit in their Value Stream (VS)
• Provide knowledge, experience, motivation, support and advice on cell issues
• Assemble systems as designed
• Update resource planner and crating report Enter QN tags
• Monitor Return to Stock (RTS) process
• Understand SAP, COOIS/DCP systems
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by performing and communicating in a manner that promotes good relationships with customers, clients, co-workers, and management
• Drive production and keep assemblers focused
• Be a steward for excellent quality Monitor missing parts on newspaper
• Conduct daily floor walk to determine cell status and recommend solutions on how to improve cell output
• Support and at times run daily startup meeting, production floor walk and Gemba walk when Assembly Manager is unavailable
• Escalate tier 2 cell issues to Assembly Manager promptly and in a concise manner
• Conduct hands on training to Assemblers on basic and advanced machine building processes;
  Train new and excisting assemblers in their VS Document and record assembly hours and cell floor disturbances using provided tools and software
• Support 5S program and perform audits as needed throughout Assembly area
• Maintain a safe work environment by adhering to all MT safety policies
• Frequent bending, reaching, kneeling and occasional lying on the ground to complete required work
• Frequently lifts and/or moves up to 10lbs; occasionally lifts and/or moves up to 50lbs
• Other duties as assigned