Assembly Operations Lead — Lean Production & Quality

Tmeic

Brookshire (TX)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 78,000

Full time

12 days ago

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Job summary

Tmeic seeks an Assembly Supervisor to lead manufacturing operations in Brookshire, TX. You will supervise the assembly line, schedule staff, ensure safety and quality, and drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced plant environment.

Responsibilities include hiring and training, tool calibration verification, issue handling, and coordinating with QA to prevent interruptions. Occasional domestic/international travel may be required.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.
2 years’ experience in a supervisory or lead role.
Demonstrated working knowledge of manufacturing operations and production processes.
Proficiency using hand tools and power tools.
Demonstrated success leading teams to accomplish business goals.
Strong problem-solving skills.
Demonstrated successful working relationships with clients, suppliers, and other internal and external contacts.
Demonstrated successful and positive personal leadership, interpersonal, organizational, administrative, and communication skills.
Demonstrated continuous improvement in areas of responsibility.
Proficiency working with an ERP system.
Proficiency in MS Word, Excel and Outlook.
Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 40 lbs.
Availability to travel domestically and internationally, up to 5%.
Associate’s degree in manufacturing, industrial technology, or a related field.
4 years' experience in a supervisory or lead role.
2 years' power electronics manufacturing experience.
Working knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement practices.
Proficiency working with Oracle.
Demonstrated ability to perform quality checks and inspections in a production environment.
Demonstrated experience working in a business with foreign ownership, preferably Japanese.

Responsibilities

Supervise assembly operations to ensure production goals are met while maintaining quality and safety standards.
Plan work schedules and manage employee hours, reallocating staff as needed to sustain production line continuity.
Identify factors that may impact on-time productivity and notify the manager promptly to mitigate delays.
Interview and evaluate candidates to select qualified personnel for assembly positions.
Assess skill levels and coordinate training to maintain a capable and effective assembly team.
Verify tools and equipment calibration requirements are met according to established schedules.
Investigate part discrepancies and coordinate resolution to prevent production interruptions.
Provide temporary coverage for absent team members to maintain production continuity.
Investigate and address quality non-conformances, notifying quality control and/or quality assurance.
Issue work orders, schematics, specifications, and instructions to team leads.
Troubleshoot assembly issues and resolve, escalating to manager as necessary.
Identify and report production constraints related to equipment, staffing, or capacity to the manager.
Conduct random inspections of assembly lines to verify adherence to established processes and procedures.
Monitor work areas for unsafe practices, equipment issues, and PPE compliance and address concerns promptly.
Verify daily completion of 6S standards to maintain organized and efficient work areas.