Assembly Lead: Lean Production & Team Leadership

Ag Growth International Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

AGI, a global food-based infrastructure company, is seeking an Assembly Lead in Horace, ND to own assembly line projects and drive efficiency on the production floor. You will coordinate with other departments, set daily goals, and ensure safety, quality, and on-time output.

The role requires 2–3 years of manufacturing or farm machinery assembly experience, plus 1–3 years in a leadership role. Strong mechanical aptitude and forklift experience are valued.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent professional experience required.
• 2-3 years manufacturing or farm machinery assembly experience required.
• 1-3 years in a leadership role preferred.
• 1-3 years forklift experience preferred.
• Mechanically inclined.
• Tape Measure and units of measurement.
• Mathematical skills including addition, subtraction, division, and multiplication. Ability to perform these operations using units of weight measurement, volume, and distance.

Responsibilities

• Reads and follows plans, material lists, guidelines, and follows established timelines.
• Assembles and measure products according to tolerances/specifications. Consults appropriate parties when variances occur.
• Fulfills all regular and advanced production duties in a timely manner, while adhering to company policy and procedures.
• Performs assembly-type functions, using hand or power tools.
• Operates both stationery and moving overhead cranes.
• Operates forklift as required. Receives materials, moves materials, and prepares shipment of materials to support the product delivery process.
• Maintains the work area and equipment in a clean orderly condition and follows prescribed safety regulations.
• Troubleshoots equipment and makes necessary repairs.
• Complies with company policies, procedures, and safety requirements. Assists the Branch Manager in documenting and enforcing such company policies and procedures.
• Verifies and confirms the components or materials supplied to the assembly line are accurate and correct, in order to produce the intended finished product.
• Assists Branch Manager with quality control of all assembled products, including fit and finish techniques.
• Provides Branch Manager with updates regarding assembly line status, workload, issues, and progress of work assignments.
• Provides continuous improvement recommendations/initiatives to ensure the most effective and efficient levels of productivity.
• Monitors, maintains, and replenishes the stock levels of all required shop supplies.
• Troubleshoots equipment and makes necessary repairs.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Leadership

Forklift experience

Math skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Forklift

Tape measure

Job description

AGI, a global food-based infrastructure company, is seeking an Assembly Lead in Horace, ND to own assembly line projects and drive efficiency on the production floor. You will coordinate with other departments, set daily goals, and ensure safety, quality, and on-time output.

The role requires 2–3 years of manufacturing or farm machinery assembly experience, plus 1–3 years in a leadership role. Strong mechanical aptitude and forklift experience are valued.