Assembly Supervisor

Keller Technology Corporation; Huntersville, Charlotte (NC, NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Keller Technology Corporation, located in Huntersville, NC, is seeking an Assembly Supervisor. This critical role involves overseeing daily operations on the production floor, collaborating closely with the Production Manager and the assembly team.

The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment and strong communication skills. Responsibilities include coordinating assembly priorities, addressing production issues, and enhancing workflow quality.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a manufacturing/assembly environment.
• Previous lead or supervisory experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and coordinate daily assembly team priorities.
• Monitor project assembly status for compliance with schedules.
• Respond to daily production issues with practical solutions.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Hands-on problem-solving mindset

Ability to prioritize work

Experience with ERP/MRP systems

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree or technical training

Tools

Basic computer applications (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Keller Technology Corporation (KTC) is a global supplier of manufacturing and engineering services, with facilities located in Buffalo, New York, and Charlotte, North Carolina. KTC specializes in custom machinery, precision fabrication, automated systems for medical device manufacturing, and contract manufacturing. Keller delivers sophisticated manufacturing solutions for many industries including Engineered Materials, Semiconductors, Robotics, Chemicals, Medical and Life Science, Energy Research, and Industrial Technologies.

We are currently seeking an Assembly Supervisor for our Charlotte location in Huntersville, NC. This hourly position works closely with the Production Manager to oversee day‑to‑day operations on the production floor, working hands‑on with assemblers and technicians to meet production deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and coordinate daily assembly team priorities with the Production Manager to ensure production schedules are met.
• Monitor project assembly status to ensure compliance with schedules, work instructions, quality requirements, and safety standards.
• Respond to daily production issues with practical, timely solutions while maintaining operational stability.
• Identify recurring workflow issues and implement sustainable corrective actions and continuous improvement processes.
• Assist with verification of material readiness, coordination of pick‑tickets, and material staging to support daily assembly priorities.
• Prioritize work and resolve material shortages, nonconforming materials, or BOM discrepancies affecting production.
• Work closely with the Production Manager to ensure clear communication and controlled execution of projects.
• Assist employees with correcting labor entry errors, time reporting issues, and job tracking discrepancies.
• Troubleshoot basic assembly issues such as parts not fitting, drawing clarifications, or tooling concerns.
• Escalate staffing, scheduling, quality, or complex technical issues to the Production Manager.
• Support training of new hires and cross‑training of existing employees.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma required; associate degree or technical training is preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a manufacturing/assembly environment; previous lead or supervisory experience is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, work instructions, bills of materials, and specifications.
• Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple issues simultaneously.
• Effective communication skills with both hourly employees and management.
• Hands‑on, problem‑solving mindset with a focus on practical solutions.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems for labor reporting, work orders, and material tracking.
• Proficiency in basic computer applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, ERP Interfaces).

KTC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strong advocate of workforce diversity. Race/Color/Gender/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.