Automation Assembly Manager — Lead Robotics & Lean Ops

Custom Metal Designs LLC

Florida

On-site

USD 85,000 - 120,000

Full time

26 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Group Health Plan

Group Vision Plan

Life Insurance

Medical GAP Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Personal Time Off (PTO)

Vacation

Holiday Pay

Employee Assistance Program

Corporate Discounts

Weekly Paycheck Direct Deposit

Job summary

Custom Metal Designs LLC in Oakland, FL is seeking an Assembly Manufacturing Manager to lead daily production, personnel, and quality control for robotics and conveyor systems. You will bridge design engineering and floor execution, ensuring standards, schedules, and safe practices are met across multiple teams.

The role requires 5+ years in assembly/manufacturing leadership, strong communication, and knowledge of SAP or similar ERP tools.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required, with 5+ years of assembly, manufacturing, or production management experience.
Proven ability to lead production teams and meet production, quality, and delivery goals.
Strong communication, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Knowledge of servo motors, PLCs, hydraulics, gearboxes, mechanical systems, and industrial equipment.
Experience with ERP/MRP systems, preferably SAP, CAD viewing software, and Microsoft Office.
Strong commitment to safety, ISO requirements, and company procedures.

Responsibilities

Direct daily assembly operations for robotics and structural conveyor systems to meet production schedules and shipping deadlines.
Assign and oversee production personnel based on skills, workload, and business needs.
Monitor production activities and promptly resolve delays, material shortages, tooling issues, and other obstacles affecting productivity.
Ensure accurate interpretation and application of drawings, CAD models, schematics, and technical specifications throughout assembly.
Oversee factory acceptance testing (FAT), inspections, and quality verification of robotic cells and mechanical systems.
Implement Lean, 5S, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste, errors, and production costs.
Collaborate with Engineering and other departments to resolve technical issues, improve manufacturability, and enhance product quality.
Develop and monitor KPIs related to safety, quality, cost, delivery, productivity, and employee performance.
Utilize SAP, Smartsheet, and other company systems to monitor production performance and support data-driven decision-making.
Evaluate employee performance, manage attendance, and foster a collaborative, accountable, and high-performing team.
Train, coach, and develop employees while supporting performance management, talent development, and succession planning.
Partner with HR on hiring, evaluations, promotions, employee relations, disciplinary actions, and other personnel matters.
Enforce company policies, safety standards, ISO procedures, and applicable federal and state regulations.
Maintain a safe, clean, and productive work environment and promptly address workplace hazards.
Provide technical guidance and support for production activities, strategic projects, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Ensure compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements to protect product quality and the Company's reputation.