Battery Assembler - Lead 1st and 2nd Shift | Aved

Lithion Battery; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Lithion Battery in Lowell, MA is seeking a Battery Assembly Lead for 1st and 2nd shifts. You will supervise a small team, ensure all assembly tasks are completed accurately, and rotate workers through the process.

You will work with engineers and supervisors to drive continuous improvement, uphold safety protocols, and maintain quality during final assembly of battery packs and related components.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Oversee a small group of Battery Assembly employees during daily activity.
• Read/write English and speak English throughout the workday.
• Attention to detail in work instructions written in English.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Rotate Battery Assemblers through all tasks in a production process.
• Ensure final assembly of cables, battery packs, or electro-mechanical units.
• Adhere to workmanship standards and safety protocols.
• Verify time and attendance and maintain productive workforce.
• Participate in cross training and continuous improvement efforts.

Skills

Team leadership

English literacy

Attention to detail

Time management

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Vernier caliper

Job description

SUMMARY:

Battery Assembler Leads 1st and 2nd shift will work as part of a team that is responsible for assembling an entire product or component of a product. Leads are responsible for ensuring that the Battery Assembler’s assigned to them perform all tasks in the assembly process and rotate through all of them. Leads are encouraged to provide input and feedback to engineers and/or Supervisors and Managers to strive towards continuous improvement.

KEY

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

• Ensure Battery Assemblers rotate through all the tasks required in a particular production process
• Responsible for ensuring the final assembly of cables, battery packs, or electro-mechanical assembly for their assigned team.
• Adhere to and maintain workmanship standards set forth by the organization.
• Verify time and attendance of Battery Assemblers; assure that all employees maintain adherence to the time and attendance policy and are part of a productive and engaged workforce.
• Participate in continuous training, including but not limited to cross training to all three divisions.
• Use lead free solder on PC boards.
• Adhere to Aved’s safety protocols regarding personnel protective equipment (PPE) in designated areas.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Proficient knowledge of measuring devices including vernier/caliper.

• Can perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Able to adapt to change in the workplace.
• Ability to work at a sustained pace and produce quality work.
• Can comprehend basic technical topics.
• Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES:

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• Can confidently oversee a small group of Battery Assembly employees during the course of daily activity and help guide them through their responsibilities.
• Ability to read and write English and comfortably speak English throughout the course of each workday.
• Ability to pay attention to the minute details in a work instruction; must be able to read and understand all work instructions written and explained in English.
• Basic computer skills.
• Basic knowledge of hand tools.

• Proficient knowledge of measuring devices including vernier/caliper.

• Can perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Able to adapt to change in the workplace.
• Ability to work at a sustained pace and produce quality work.
• Can comprehend basic technical topics.
• Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
• Other duties as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT and PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

This is a Manufacturing Environment requiring some or all of the following:

• Prolonged periods of sitting while performing assembly tasks at a workstation, as well as the ability to stand for prolonged periods during assembly line work.
• Repetitive tasks involving hand and wrist motions, such as assembling small parts, using tools and operating machinery.
• Fine motor skills for accurate and efficient assembly.
• Frequent reaching, grasping, pushing or pulling production materials.
• Capable of lifting and carrying battery components, tools or assembled units weighing up to 50lbs. May involve moving or positioning items within the manufacturing area.
• Standing, bending or kneeling to access equipment, perform on-site assessments, operate machinery, handle delicate components or performs tasks at various heights and angles.
• Working in a manufacturing environment with varying temperatures and noise levels. May involve exposure to battery chemicals or other materials used in the assembly process.
• Required to wear and properly use personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, gloves, and lab coats as required by safety protocols.