Assembler - Lead

Weber Packaging Solutions Inc; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

10 paid holidays

Quarterly bonus

401(k) match

Blue Cross/Blue Shield

Job summary

Weber Packaging Solutions Inc. is seeking an Assembly Lead for our Arlington Heights, IL facility. You will oversee daily assembly activities, reading blueprints and schematics, and guiding a team of assemblers to ensure on-time production.

You’ll train staff, verify measurements, and maintain high quality and safety standards while preparing products for packing and shipment. The role requires hands-on tooling, problem-solving, and reliable communication with production teams.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 3–5 years of manufacturing experience.
• Wiring knowledge and ability to read wiring diagrams, assembly drawings, and schematics.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to lead, train, and support team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily assembly activities using engineering blueprints and schematic drawings.
• Provide work direction, training, and technical support to assemblers.
• Ensure products meet quality and safety standards and supports completion of production schedules.
• Ensure accurate alignment and proper operation of mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic parts.
• Examine connections for correct fit and fasten parts and subassemblies.
• Verify specifications by measuring completed components.
• Monitor work progress and communicate delays, material shortages, and other concerns.
• Resolve assembly problems by altering dimensions to meet specifications.
• Perform mechanical inspections using torque wrenches, screwdrivers, and tape measures.
• Document actions by completing production and quality forms.
• Conduct final assembly of label applicator equipment.
• Package and ship equipment.
• Maintain supplies inventory by checking stock levels, anticipating needed supplies, placing and expediting orders, and verifying receipt of supplies.

Skills

Leadership

Team training

Attention to detail

Mechanical skills

Tool use

Reading diagrams

Basic math

Computer literacy

Quality awareness

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Torque wrench

Screwdrivers

Tape measure

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

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Assembly Full Time Arlington Heights, IL, US

Responsibilities

• Responsible for leading daily assembly activities while assembling products using engineering blueprints and schematic drawings
• Provide work direction, training, and technical support to assemblers
• Ensure products meet quality and safety standards and supports completion of production schedules
• Ensure accurate alignment and proper operation of mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic parts
• Examine connections for correct fit and fasten parts and subassemblies
• Verify specifications by measuring completed components
• Monitor work progress and communicate delays, material shortages, and other concerns
• Resolve assembly problems by altering dimensions to meet specifications
• Perform mechanical inspections using torque wrenches, screwdrivers, and tape measures
• Document actions by completing production and quality forms
• Conduct final assembly of label applicator equipment
• Package and ship equipment
• Maintain supplies inventory by checking stock levels, anticipating needed supplies, placing and expediting orders, and verifying receipt of supplies

Shift Hours: Monday – Friday, 6am – 2:30 pm

Skills & Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• 3 to 5 years of experience working in a manufacturing environment
• Previous lead or training experience preferred
• Ability to lead, train, and support team members
• Wiring knowledge and ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams, assembly drawings, and schematics
• Mechanical and technical skills
• Proficiency in operating hand and power tools
• Good computer skills, including emailing, record keeping, ordering, inventory management, and form filling
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Attention to detail and precision in assembly work
• Problem-solving skills to address assembly issues
• Basic math skills for measurements and inventory management

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive Compensation
• 10 Paid Holidays per year
• Discretionary Quarterly Company Bonus
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Blue Cross/Blue Shield Medical insurance
• Vision Care
• Short-Term Disability
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) Plan and company match!
• Service Anniversary Awards
• Summer picnics and end of year holiday celebrations
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Company Discounts and more!

EEO - Minority/female/male/disability/veteran. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or protected veteran status.

Indefinite U.S. work authorization individuals only. Future sponsorship for work authorization is not available. Local applicants only.

Hourly pay rate for this role is $25.00. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.