Assembly Group Lead - Royal Switchgear

MacLean Power Systems; Alabama; On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Medical, Dental, Vision

401k with employer match

Job summary

MacLean Power Systems in Alabama is seeking an Assembly Group Lead for the day shift at our onsite Bessemer facility. You will supervise 4–5 hourly workers, coordinate with the Master Scheduler and warehouse, and ensure production plans meet quality, safety, and efficiency standards.

This hands-on leadership role requires a high school diploma, 2–4 years in assembly production, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, ERP experience, and a lead-by-example approach.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; 2–4 years in assembly-type production.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities; strong leadership.
• Experience operating within an ERP/work order environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with Master Scheduler and warehouse to execute daily plan.
• Supervise 4–5 hourly assembly line workers.
• Ensure manpower to support assembly requirements.
• Monitor and report daily production order status.
• Perform accurate internal job order processing in ERP.
• Verify material availability with warehouse team.
• Identify root causes of quality issues and implement actions.
• Support annual physical inventory activities.
• Learn processes and products; become a student of the business.
• Provide disaster preparedness and emergency procedures.
• Create and follow ISO-type process instructions and procedures.
• Enforce safety policies; initiate corrective action when needed.
• Maintain high standards of process compliance and accuracy.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Leadership by example

ERP system experience

Strong communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Headquartered in Fort Mill, South Carolina, MacLean Power Systems (MPS) is a leading manufacturer of mission-critical and engineered components for the electric utility, telecommunications, and civil markets. Established in 1986 as a subsidiary of a larger parent company, MPS has grown substantially and now operates as a standalone company. A dedicated workforce of over 2,000 team members worldwide, MPS is renowned for its commitment to quality, responsiveness, and safety. Our focus on vertical integration ensures the highest standards across our product lines. We operate seventeen production facilities across North America and continually invest in our manufacturing capabilities to better serve our customers.

At MPS, we strive to create a workplace that embodies respect, openness, collaboration, personal growth, and entrepreneurship. We are committed to achieving excellence in Environmental, Health & Safety through our Mission Zero initiative.

Assembly Group Lead - Day Shift

Royal Switchgear, an MPS Company. The Assembly Group Lead plans and coordinates the assembly and production of group operated switches used in electrical switchgear products. This position is responsible for executing the daily production schedule provided by the Master Scheduler and ensuring that quality, safety, and efficiency standards are met.

The Group Lead works closely with engineering, quality, warehouse, and purchasing teams to ensure materials, tooling, and instructions are available and accurate. This role requires a hands‑on leader who can guide assembly personnel, resolve production issues, and drive continuous improvement on the shop floor. Achieving results through teamwork and collaboration, rather than direct authority, is key to success in this position.

Location: Onsite - Bessemer, Alabama

What You’ll Do

• Coordinate with the Master Scheduler and warehouse functions to execute the daily production plan each month.
• Supervise 4–5 hourly assembly line workers.
• Ensure hourly assembly manpower is available to support assembly requirements.
• Monitor and report daily status of production orders on the shop floor.
• Lead or perform accurate and timely internal job order processing on the ERP system.
• Verify material availability for production orders with the warehouse team.
• Utilize analysis skills to determine root causes of quality issues and implement actions to resolve them.
• Provide support and coordination for the annual physical inventory activity.
• Learn processes and products and become a “student of the business.”
• Provide disaster preparedness and emergency procedures.
• Create and follow ISO-type process instructions and procedures.
• Actively enforce company safety policies and procedures.
• Initiate corrective action plans and documentation when required.
• Ensure the highest level of process compliance and accuracy are maintained for all activities.

What You’ll Need To Excel In This Role

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 2–4 years of experience in assembly‑type production.
• Valid Alabama Driver License with satisfactory driving record.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.
• High‑energy personality with a hands‑on, lead‑by‑example leadership style.
• General computer skills and experience operating within an ERP system utilizing a work order process.
• Ability to maintain clear and accurate records.
• Competent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work regular shifts, including evenings, weekends, and/or holidays as assigned; may be subject to call back, on call, and/or emergency shifts.
• Manual dexterity to operate computers, equipment, tools, and controls.
• Mental acuity for attention to accuracy and detail.
• Active listening and effective communication skills.
• Ability to read assembly drawings.
• Strong critical thinking and reasoning abilities.
• Active learning mindset—understanding implications of new information for future problem‑solving and decision‑making.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and attention to detail.
• Perform other assigned job tasks.

Competencies/Skills

• Maintain clear and accurate records.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Work regular shifts, including evenings, weekends, and/or holidays as assigned; may be subject to call back, on call, and/or emergency shifts.
• General manual dexterity to operate computers, tools, and equipment.
• Mental acuity for attention to accuracy and detail.
• Normal visual and auditory range (with or without correction).

Working Conditions

• Primarily works in a warehouse/manufacturing environment with regular engagement on the factory floor.
• May encounter occasional stressful situations.
• Work may include responding to critical, customer‑driven situations that require working weekends, holidays, or after normal business hours.

Total Rewards Offering

MPS offers a competitive compensation package; including a bonus potential based on company performance and a dynamic work environment that encourages creativity, innovation, and professional growth. A comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision, 401k with employer match, employer‑paid disability and more...

For Us, For Family. Surround yourself with fun, energetic, and hard‑working professionals who are dedicated to achieving Mission Zero; zero safety or environmental incidents.

EOE-Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

Various agencies of the United States Government require employers to maintain information on applicants pertaining to factors such as race, sex, and type of position for which an individual applies. The information requested is voluntary and for compliance with certain record keeping requirements. MacLean Power, LLC has a long‑standing commitment to equal employment opportunity for all its associates and applicants for employment. MacLean Power, LLC believes all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate against its employees or applicants for employment because of race, color, gender, affectional or sexual orientation, domestic partnership status, ancestry, religion, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, disability, veteran status, age or any other protected group status.

All job offers are conditional, upon successful completion of pre‑employment screening, including criminal checks, drug testing, employment, and education verification.