(INTERNAL ONLY) Leadperson

armtecdefensetechnologies; Coachella (CA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

HSA with generous company contribution

FSA (Medical & Dependent Care)

Life and AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

Parent Leave Pay

EAP

Job summary

Armtec Defense Technologies in Coachella, California, is seeking a Leadperson to oversee daily production tasks, assign work, monitor quality, and train teammates. This role requires leadership, clear communication, and adherence to safety and ethics policies.

You will work a 4/10 schedule with time-tracking, quality records, and continuous improvement tools, including SPC and corrective actions. Must be authorized to work in the U.S. and possess strong math and English skills.

Qualifications

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Strong leadership and communication abilities
• Good math skills and ability to read Work Instructions

Responsibilities

• Oversee and assign daily production tasks and monitor performance.
• Maintain accurate production records and train new employees.
• Communicate effectively with teams; identify upset conditions and corrective actions.
• Support safety, quality, and continuous improvement efforts.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

English proficiency

Math skills

Record keeping

Continuous improvement

Job description

Leadperson, Armtec Defense Technologies

Armtec Defense Technologies (Armtec) is an operating unit of the TransDigm Group (NYSE: TDG), an industry leader in aerospace and defense products and services. Armtec is comprised of three business units producing subcomponents for ordnance in Coachella, CA; decoy countermeasure flares in Camden AR; and radar countermeasure chaff in Lillington NC. At Armtec, we welcome skilled and enthusiastic people who share our determination and high standards to join us in our mission-critical work supporting the US and allied war-fighters who serve us all by defending democracy and protecting freedom. This position is staffed in Coachella, at Armtec’s world-class, sole-source production facility for felted fiber nitrocellulose combustible cartridge cases for medium and large caliber military ammunition; and pyrophoric payloads for training grenades.

Company Profile

Company: Armtec Defense Technologies is an operating unit of the TransDigm Group (NYSE: TDG).

Industry: Manufacturing Combustible Ordnance and Countermeasures

Job Overview

Title: Leadperson

Job Family: Import Export

Reports to: Production Supervisor

Works with: mid-level managers and supervisors, employees

Location: Coachella, California

Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

The Leadperson must be able to complete all tasks in the position job description, and the additional tasks identified here. The Leadperson assists in the daily assignment of tasks, performance of tasks, and training of fellow team members. The Lead person will monitor the quality of product/service. Individual must be flexible; possess leadership abilities and good communication skills.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assists with work activities based on priorities given, uses time efficiently, assists in developing realistic action plans and improves efficiencies.
• Must oversee and maintain accurate production records.
• Assists in the training of new employees.
• Must have good communication skills, verbal and written ability.
• Must be able to work with support groups in the accomplishment of daily and special tasks.
• Will assist in identifying and correcting upset conditions.
• Will assist in maintaining safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Must have knowledge of Continuous Improvement Tools that may include SPC application, problem solving, and corrective action.
• Keeps commitments; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person.
• Maintain the highest ethical standards, even when challenged from above
• Understand and live by Armtec’s ethics and business conduct policies

Qualifications

• Must exhibit good judgment, leadership and communication skills.
• Must have organizational skills.
• Must be able to speak, write, and read English.
• Must have good math skills.
• Must understand and be familiar with Work Instructions and Quality System.
• Must have the ability to assist in the daily assignment of tasks.
• Must be able to promote a positive and professional environment.
• Must be dependable, responsible, and accurate and have the ability to deal with people effectively.

Armtec Competencies

• Demonstrate ability in the Armtec competencies as an employee: customer focus, ethics and values, problem solving, integrity and trust, functional/technical skills, listening, action-oriented, composure and values diversity.

Education & Professional Work Experience Requirements

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• To conform to U.S. export control regulations, applicant should be eligible for any required authorization from the U.S. Government.

Work Hours

4/10 workweek

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Lead Premium: $2.00/hour

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with generous company contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA - Medical & Dependent Care)
• Life and Accident Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Parent Leave Pay
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)