Assembly Lead

TrafFix Devices, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance coverage

Dental Insurance coverage

Vision Insurance coverage

401k with company match

Paid holidays

Profit sharing

Employee Assistance Program

On-demand wage access

Job summary

TrafFix Devices, Inc. is seeking an Assembly Lead to support the Shift Supervisor by ensuring the proper application of sheeting material on finished products, while meeting quality and quantity standards and maintaining a safe, efficient work environment.

You will oversee assembly staff, provide feedback, verify counts, train employees, and collaborate on process improvements to help the team meet daily goals.

Qualifications

• Oversee assembly staff to meet specs for quality and quantity.
• Provide feedback to ensure safe and effective work practices.
• Lead by example to maintain high production standards.

Responsibilities

• Assists oversee the work of all Assembly employees to meet quality and production standards.
• Trains and mentors team members on processes and safety.
• Verifies production counts at shift start and end.
• Ensures proper measurement, cutting and placement of sheeting materials.
• Inspects finished work for defects and alignment.
• Maintains tools and equipment and trains employees on safe use.
• Coordinates team activities to follow procedures efficiently.
• Provides feedback to supervisor on performance and improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Quality control

Safety awareness

Communication

Mentoring

Team coordination

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Job Summary

The Assembly Lead assists the Shift Supervisor by ensuring that the application of the sheeting material on the finished products meets the quality and quantity standards and that work is conducted safely and efficiently.

Essential Functions

• Assists oversee the work of all Assembly employees ensuring that the quality and quantity of the production meets the specifications.
• Provides continued support and feedback to Assembly employees to ensure that work is conducted effectively and safely.
• Helps relieve workers from production during their corresponding breaks and absences.
• Verifies production count at the start and end of the shift.
• Ensures that employees properly and efficiently measure, cut and place sheeting material for the different products.
• Inspects work to ensure that it meets the quality standards and specifications, checking for defects, damage, and proper alignment.
• Ensures that tools and equipment are properly maintained and in working conditions and trains employees on how to safely use them.
• Ensures that assemble parts to produce finished products is done correctly.
• Helps with equipment maintenance, repairs troubleshooting, and reports issues to the supervisor or department manager.
• Identifies and reports quality or safety issues to the supervisor or department manager
• Coordinates the activities of the team to ensure that all processes and procedures are followed accurately and efficiently.
• Keeps the team motivated to achieve daily goals and acts as a mentor to other team members.
• Provides regular feedback to supervisor regarding the performance of the team, including identifying areas for improvement and recommending strategies to enhance productivity and quality.
• Collaborates with other leads and supervisors to develop and implement process improvements and best practices for the department.
• Participates in the training of new employees.

General Functions

• Collaborates with other members of the team to ensure that deadlines are met, and products are delivered on time.
• Consistently abides by established safety rules, procedures, and regulations including wearing required safety equipment such as safety shoes and glasses.
• Maintains a clean and organized work environment.
• Identifies and reports quality or safety issues to supervisor or manager.
• Works effectively with co-workers and supervisors, sharing knowledge, resources, and experience to achieve production goals in a timely fashion, while promoting respect, communication, and teamwork.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance – Company pays 95% of employee‑only coverage.
• Dental Insurance – Company contributes $10 per month toward coverage.
• Vision Insurance – Company contributes $5 per month toward coverage.
• Supplemental Coverage – Options include life, hospital, critical illness, accident, and pet insurance.
• Life and AD&D Insurance – $25,000 in coverage for all benefit‑eligible employees.
• Health Savings Account – if enrolled in the high‑deductible health plan.
• Benefits begin on the first day of the following month after 60 days of employment.

Additional Benefits

• Vacation Time – Accrued each pay period, starting at two weeks per year.
• Sick Time – Accrued each pay period, totaling more than eight days per year.
• Paid Holidays – Nine paid holidays, plus facility closure during Christmas week in 2026.
• 401k – Start contributing the month after hire. After one year of employment, receive a company match of up to 4% on your contributions.
• Profit Sharing – Annual profit sharing available after one year of employment.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Daily access to earned wages through on demand pay.

Why Work at TrafFix Devices

TrafFix Devices is built on safety, quality, teamwork, and commitment. We’re looking for people who want to be part of meaningful work, take pride in doing their jobs well, and support the team around them. Whether you’re starting your career, seeking a better opportunity, or looking for a place to grow long term, if you are committed to showing up, working hard, and contributing to a positive workplace.

Requirements

Skills and Abilities

• Action oriented: The ability to take initiative, set priorities, delegate tasks, and drive results, while providing guidance, support, and feedback to team members.
• Attention to detail: The ability to perform tasks with precision, accuracy, and thoroughness, paying close attention to all aspects of the work and identifying and correcting errors or inconsistencies as needed.
• Basic math skills: The ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and measurements accurately and efficiently, using arithmetic and geometry principles as needed.
• Communication skills: The ability to convey and receive information effectively, clearly, and professionally with co‑workers and supervisors.
• Dependability: Reliability and consistency of attendance, punctuality, and completion of assigned tasks according to established standards and expectations with little supervision.
• Follow directions: The ability to follow established procedures while performing tasks, using tools, and handling materials. Carefully consider and follow instructions to complete tasks and deliver required results.
• Project management: The ability to lead, organize and oversee the work of a team to achieve specific objectives within a given time frame.
• Time management skills: The ability to prioritize tasks, plan and organize work efficiently, and meet deadlines while maintaining quality standards and minimizing waste.

Preferred Education and Experience

• A high school diploma or GED, or equivalent work experience.
• At least two years of manufacturing experience is preferred.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Note: The company is committed to providing a safe work environment and will provide necessary equipment and training to perform the physical demands of the job

• Physical dexterity: The employee must be able to bend, twist, and reach while handling items and hand tools. The employee is also required to stand, walk, use hands to handle and feel, and to hear.
• Lifting: The employee must be able to lift and move items weighing up to 20 lbs on a regular basis and up to 40 lbs occasionally.
• Vision: The vision requirements for this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Endurance: The employee must be able to stand for extended periods of time and perform physical tasks in a fast‑paced environment.
• Exposure to elements: The employee will be working in a warehouse environment and may be exposed to varying temperatures and inclement weather conditions. There will also be frequent exposure to dirt and dust.
• Noise level: The employee will be exposed to a moderate noise levels in the workplace for the majority of the day, due to the constant use of forklifts and power tools.

EEO Statement

The Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Salary Description

$18 - $22 per hour