Assembler (Group Lead)

STS Technical Services; Liberty (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

STS Technical Services in Liberty, Missouri is hiring an Assembler Group Lead to oversee daily operations in a manufacturing environment.

This full-time position requires leadership experience and knowledge of assembly processes, where you will guide team members, manage workflow, and ensure high-quality production.

The successful candidate will possess a strong ability to coach and train others while maintaining a safe work environment and compliance with company standards.

Qualifications

• 6 months or more of experience in manufacturing or industrial settings.
• Ability to work overtime as needed including evenings and weekends.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Guide team members and manage workflow.
• Provide coaching and feedback to enhance performance.
• Manage daily production tasks to ensure efficiency and quality.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Hands-on assembly knowledge

Coaching and leading skills

Education

Associate degree or trade certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

STS Technical Services is hiring an Assembler Group Lead in Liberty, Missouri. This is a regular full-time, non-exempt role supporting production and assembly operations in a manufacturing environment.

The Assembler Group Lead supports the Supervisor in overseeing daily departmental operations, guiding team members, managing workflow and helping ensure production is completed safely, efficiently and to quality standards. This role is ideal for someone with manufacturing experience, hands‑on assembly knowledge and the ability to coach, train and lead others on the production floor.

Job Details

• Job Title: Group Leader
• Market Title: Group Leader_JLG
• Department: Team Leader
• Location: Liberty, Missouri
• Status: Regular Full-Time
• FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt
• EEO-1 Category: Production

Position Summary

The Group Leader supports the Supervisor in managing daily departmental operations to ensure efficient, high-quality production. This position requires a strong understanding of department processes, equipment, tools and workflow.

The Group Leader helps guide team members, manage workflow, support scheduling and materials coordination, solve production issues, coach employees and maintain compliance with safety and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

These duties are not meant to be all-inclusive, and other duties may be assigned.

• Perform and demonstrate key departmental tasks with a high level of proficiency
• Apply knowledge of standards, equipment, tools and workflow to identify and implement process improvements
• Provide daily feedback, coaching and support to team members to enhance performance
• Mentor and assist in training new employees
• Monitor and adjust workflow to meet production schedules
• Support and enforce production policies and procedures
• Assign tasks and lead by example through hands‑on work
• Assist with inspections and ensure product quality before final release
• Interact professionally with customers and customer representatives as needed
• Communicate effectively across all organizational levels, including team members, management and HR
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Follow safety protocols and 6S standards

Minimum Qualifications

• 6 months or more of experience in an industrial or manufacturing setting
• Ability and willingness to work overtime as needed, including evenings, weekends and holidays, to meet business and production demands
• Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance in person and on site
• Must be authorized to work in the United States

Standout Qualifications

• Previous leadership experience
• Associate degree or trade certificate related to the job function
• Computer literacy with Microsoft Office

Working Conditions

The following represents general working conditions for this role. Specific conditions may vary depending on business needs and individual circumstances.

• Work is performed in a manufacturing or production environment
• May involve exposure to loud noise, dust, moving machinery and temperature fluctuations
• May require standing for extended periods
• May require repetitive motions, bending, kneeling, climbing and use of tools and equipment
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 35 pounds
• Must be able to push and pull up to 50 pounds and up to 30 pounds sustained
• Proper personal protective equipment must be worn when required
• Visual and auditory acuity are needed for safe equipment operation and effective communication in a busy workspace
• Reasonable accommodations will be considered for qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure access to all essential job functions

Equal Opportunity Employer

STS Technical Services is an equal opportunity employer.