1st Shift Assembly Lead — Lean Coach & Operator Trainer

nVent; Solon (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

nVent is seeking a 1st Shift Assembly Lead in Solon, OH to ensure uninterrupted production flow. You will train and coach production staff, apply Lean, 5S and Kaizen methods, and back up the Production Supervisor amid shifts.

You'll drive safety, quality and efficiency metrics, coordinate material movement, and collaborate with leaders to resolve issues quickly. Experience in manufacturing, Lean principles, and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3–5 years production experience preferred.
• Computer skills with Windows Word, Excel, Outlook; MACPAC and Internet familiarity.
• Ability to coach and train employees; strong communication.
• Knowledge of Lean, 5S, Kaizen; focus on continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Provide backup to the Production Supervisor for all assigned areas.
• Drive a continuous improvement culture by involving employees in problem solving, decision making, as well as recognizing them for exceptional work.
• Ensure all employees are following safety, quality, and production procedures while maintaining key efficiency metrics.
• Execute and coordinate employee training and personal development.
• Provide coaching to team members to help improve performance and grow skilsets.
• Knowledge of Lean principles in order to lead and participate in MDI, 5S, and Kaizen activities.
• Drive out waste throughout department through the deployment of the Lean methodology.
• Support the production process by running and or setting up equipment when necessary.
• Operate a variety of equipment applicable within assigned area (i.e., CRTs, forklifts, etc.).
• Coordinate the timely and accurate movement of material and information into, within and out of assigned work area as needed.
• Collaborate with leadership and department stakeholders to ensure all teams are aligned on production status and any issues are resolved in a timely fashion.
• Responsible for ensuring that all employees are performing their duties in a safe manner, and ensuring that appropriate medical attention is provided in the event of an injury.
• Report any safety hazards or incidents in a timely manner. Provide detailed report for incidents.
• Participate in safety inspections.
• Adjust staffing and work flow as necessary in response to material, machine, or labor changes throughout the shift
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Lean principles

Training

Coaching

Safety procedures

Communication

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Windows

Excel

Word

Outlook

MACPAC

Internet

Job description

nVent is seeking a 1st Shift Assembly Lead in Solon, OH to ensure uninterrupted production flow. You will train and coach production staff, apply Lean, 5S and Kaizen methods, and back up the Production Supervisor amid shifts.

You'll drive safety, quality and efficiency metrics, coordinate material movement, and collaborate with leaders to resolve issues quickly. Experience in manufacturing, Lean principles, and strong communication are essential.