Volume Production Quality Lead

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities

Assist the Production Supervisor in leading a team in the efficient assembly of joystick assemblies. Execute equipment setups, line startups, and rapid changeovers to meet daily production quotas by applying Lean manufacturing and 5S methodologies.

• Optimize Line Efficiency:
  Manage daily resource scheduling and tactical work assignments to balance production lines, monitor productivity pace, and maximize throughput.
• Daily Management:
  Independently maintain, update, and present the Daily Management Board to track target metrics, line velocity, and safety goals.
• Cross-Station Support:
  Act as a hands‑on coach and backup/relief operator by maintaining cross‑training across all line workstations to eliminate sudden workflow bottlenecks.
• Management Reporting:
  Review daily schedules, identify potential material shortages or kit requirements, and provide direct status reports to the Production Manager.

• Equipment Verification:
  Calibrate and verify line equipment prior to shift startups, including checking fixtures, soldering irons, reamers, and power screwdrivers to exact torque specifications.
• Technical Troubleshooting:
  Resolve immediate tooling and Line QC computer software issues to facilitate rapid shift handovers and minimize operational downtime.
• First Piece Acceptance:
  Execute critical First Piece Acceptance protocols at the startup of each job to validate assembly processes before full production runs, as well as any issues with tooling or software.
• Product Inspection:
  Inspect finished goods and individual components for absolute uniformity and verify strict adherence to final quality control standards.
• Technical Literacy:
  Interpret blueprints, complex assembly drawings, and electrical wiring diagrams to diagnose and resolve complex assembly issues.

• Material Auditing:
  Audit shop floor pick lists against official production and packaging paperwork to guarantee 100% component and part count accuracy.
• Seamless Changeovers:
  Coordinate precision material staging, job reconciliation, and complete line clearance by removing materials from previous jobs.
• Workflow Deployment:
  Prepare production materials and position current assembly Work Instructions (WI) clearly at the point of work.

• ISO Quality Standards:
  Oversee comprehensive record‑keeping, ensuring all mandatory production forms are accurately completed, signed, and systematically archived to ISO standards.
• 5S Workplace Optimization:
  Maintain a safe, clean, and optimized Lean environment by strictly applying 5S pillars (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain).
• Document Control:
  Ensure assembly Work Instruction books remain legible and protected from the environment, and proactively notify the Document Manager of needed updates.
• Safety & Escalation:
  Enforce standard operating policies among team members, notify management of engineering discrepancies, and promptly report any safety accidents or hazards.

• Leadership &
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Proven ability to communicate effectively, cross‑collaboratively align with other departments, and lead assembly teams toward daily production goals.
• Problem Solving
  
  Skills:
  
  Strong root‑cause analysis skills to resolve unexpected line issues and drive continuous improvement.
• Language & Computers:
  Proficient in English (reading, writing, and speaking) with strong basic computer literacy.
• Experience:
  
  High School Diploma or equivalent;
  Technical School or 5+ years of electro/mechanical experience with soldering experience;
  Experience with using basic mechanical electrical tooling and measuring devices.

Production Supervisor / Quality Engineer

• Clean and Friendly Work Environment
• 401K Savings Plan with Company Matching
• Profit sharing
• Competitive Health & Benefits Package
• Annual Performance & Bonus Incentives

You will gain technical expertise: deep knowledge of J.R. Merritt production processes, technical joystick testing, and mechanical assembly.