Assembly SME, 2nd Shift: Sheet Metal Mastery & Mentoring

Mission Critical Group; Caldwell (ID); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mission Critical Group (MCG) is seeking a skilled Subject Matter Expert (SME) – Assembly to lead sheet metal control house assembly, troubleshoot, and drive continuous improvement on the production floor. You will mentor teammates, develop training resources with the training department, create work instructions, and ensure safety and quality standards are met.

This role may require occasional coverage for Leads or Supervisors, and will involve collaborating with engineering, quality, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing or assembly, with demonstrated expertise.
• Proficient in reading blueprints, drawings, and technical instructions.
• Welding and fabrication experience is a plus.
• Forklift certification or experience is desired.
• Ability to train and mentor others in a production setting.
• Comfortable working at heights and on ladders up to 10 feet.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and cleanliness.
• Frequent use of hand and power tools.
• Standing, lifting, climbing, and moving throughout the day.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary technical resource for sheet metal control house assembly processes.
• Provide guidance and support to assemblers on layout, measuring, and marking dimensions and reference lines.
• Recommend improvements to processes, tools, and workflows to enhance quality and efficiency.
• Troubleshoot complex assembly issues and identify root causes to reduce rework.
• Onboard and train new assemblers on proper techniques, tool usage, and safety procedures.
• Partner with the training team to help create or contribute to work instructions, SOPs, and visual aids.
• Serve as a mentor and knowledge resource for the team, promoting skill development and cross-training.
• Monitor and uphold high standards for assembly quality and accuracy.
• Ensure consistent application of safety practices and PPE usage.
• Support adherence to company and industry standards for fabrication and assembly.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production planning teams to ensure smooth workflows and timely delivery.
• Identify and support opportunities for lean manufacturing and 5S initiatives.
• Work to improve the overall quality and efficiency of the Assembly areas using metrics and other data points.
• Occasionally work in other areas of the plant to gain a broader understanding of the business
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Mentoring/Training

Safety compliance

Welding & fabrication

Forklift operation

Training others

Hands-on technician

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Mission Critical Group (MCG) is seeking a skilled Subject Matter Expert (SME) – Assembly to lead sheet metal control house assembly, troubleshoot, and drive continuous improvement on the production floor. You will mentor teammates, develop training resources with the training department, create work instructions, and ensure safety and quality standards are met.

This role may require occasional coverage for Leads or Supervisors, and will involve collaborating with engineering, quality, and