Assembly Operations Leader – Production & Improvement

Labconco; Kansas City, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO and holidays

Medical, HSA, FSA

Dental and Vision

401k (Traditional and Roth)

Life insurance

Long/Short term disability

Job summary

Labconco is seeking an Assembly Department Manager to lead our Assembly operations and support department managers in achieving production, quality, safety, and efficiency goals. You will coordinate daily manufacturing activities and foster a positive, accountable work environment.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years of leadership in manufacturing, experience with production planning and continuous improvement, and strong communication across all levels.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience leading teams in production, assembly, or industrial operations.
• Prior union leadership experience strongly preferred.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and employee development skills.
• Experience with production planning, manufacturing processes, quality systems, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ability to analyze problems, make sound decisions, and drive results.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and ERP/MRP systems; SyteLine experience is a plus.
• Mechanical aptitude and the ability to interpret drawings, blueprints, or manufacturing documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop Assembly leaders and production teams to meet production schedules, quality standards, and operational objectives.
• Drive schedule conformance, productivity, cost control, safety performance, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Monitor production flow, material shortages, and delivery challenges, making adjustments to minimize disruptions and maintain customer commitments.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Production, and other departments to improve processes, equipment utilization, and overall operational performance.
• Support and mentor Assistant Department Managers and other production leaders.
• Promote a culture of teamwork, accountability, associate involvement, and open communication.
• Facilitate problem-solving activities, Kaizen events, and continuous improvement efforts throughout Assembly.
• Ensure compliance with safety requirements, company policies, and applicable regulatory standards.
• Partner with leadership on staffing, training, employee development, and succession planning.
• Manage department resources and budgets to support operational goals.
• Union Leadership Responsibilities: supervise union-represented employees and ensure adherence to the CBA.

Skills

Leadership

Union leadership experience

Production planning

Microsoft Office

Drawing interpretation

Communication

Education

Associate degree in a technical, manufacturing, or related field

Tools

SyteLine ERP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Labconco is seeking an Assembly Department Manager to lead our Assembly operations and support department managers in achieving production, quality, safety, and efficiency goals. You will coordinate daily manufacturing activities and foster a positive, accountable work environment.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years of leadership in manufacturing, experience with production planning and continuous improvement, and strong communication across all levels.