Assembly Line Team Lead

The Atlas Group; Wichita (KS); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Atlas Group in Wichita is seeking a working leader to supervise an assembly team, directing operations with a can-do attitude and focus on attendance, quality, and performance to standard.

As a Crew Chief, you will coordinate training, monitor performance, and ensure timely material replenishment while promoting a culture of transparency and problem-solving on the shop floor. This is an entry-level leadership role with hands-on responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Education/Experience: High school diploma or GED plus 1 year related experience or equivalent.
• Ability to read customer provided documents; set-up machines; work well with people; strong management skills.

Responsibilities

• Immediate point of contact for the team you supervise.
• Monitor performance to standard and address overages or mis-clockings.
• Work with team on corrective actions for quality escapes and scrap.
• Update area ANDON boards daily.
• Speak to area ANDON boards at assigned times.
• Monitor 6S shop clean ups at end of shift and ensure completion.
• Coordinate supplies with employees and distributors when needed.
• Track and approve all PTO requests from team members.
• Assist during performance reviews with input and feedback.
• Coordinate OT requirements and staffing.
• Coordinate cross training initiatives as needed.
• Ensure team members clock to work orders.
• Collaborate with Program Management on customer inquiries and part shortages.
• Promote transparency and problem-solving within the team.
• Experience with all phases of assembly preferred.

Skills

Read documents

Machine setup

People skills

Management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Atlas Group in Wichita is seeking a working leader to supervise an assembly team, directing operations with a can-do attitude and focus on attendance, quality, and performance to standard.

As a Crew Chief, you will coordinate training, monitor performance, and ensure timely material replenishment while promoting a culture of transparency and problem-solving on the shop floor. This is an entry-level leadership role with hands-on responsibilities.