Lead Assembler

Turck, Inc.; Plymouth (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Lead Assembler in the Advanced Manufacturing Production Team. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring smooth daily operations, collaborating with various departments, and training new team members. This position offers a dynamic environment where your contributions will directly impact production efficiency and quality. With a focus on continuous improvement and a commitment to employee growth, this role is perfect for those looking to advance their careers in a supportive setting. Embrace the opportunity to develop your skills while working in a collaborative team atmosphere!

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) plan

Well-being offerings

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing or production environments is essential.
• Strong communication skills are crucial for team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Monitor production plans and adjust team assignments as needed.
• Facilitate problem-solving discussions and ensure quality checks.

Skills

Manufacturing/Production experience

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Basic reading and math skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Turck has a reputation for high quality sensors, distributed I/O, and connectivity solutions. Responding to the expanding needs of our customers, Turck’s offering has grown to include identification, safety barriers, isolators, machine safety, industrial controls, and system solutions. We dedicate ourselves to finding the optimal engineered solution for every application, no matter the challenge. With manufacturing sites in Germany, Switzerland, the USA, Mexico, and China — all using the most up-to-date processes — Turck makes sure that you get what you need, when you need it, wherever you may be.

At Turck, we are a growing, global team. In addition to great perks and challenging work assignments, we invest in our people with enriching career growth opportunities. We believe in a friendly and collaborative environment with open lines of communication.

Job Summary

As a Lead Assembler, you will be the go-to assembler within the Advanced Manufacturing Production Team (AMT), performing duties to assist the Supervisor. Under general direction, you would work alongside the Supervisor to support and direct daily operations.

What will you do?

1. Monitor the production plan during the day and move employees as needed to accomplish target production.
2. Develop and maintain rapport with team members, enabling open communication and constructive feedback for daily operations.
3. Serve as a liaison between development, manufacturing, quality engineers, and the production team.
4. Facilitate problem-solving discussions with key players to gather different viewpoints and reach the best solutions. Report line downtime and non-conforming materials to management.
5. Collaborate with the Supervisor to coordinate and deliver employee training to production operators, ensuring procedures are followed and quality requirements are met. This includes training new hires, temporary employees, and ongoing cross-training, with ongoing feedback and coaching.
6. Ensure team members follow written instructions, visual aids, or travelers when working on products.
7. Perform quality checks on assemblies, finished goods, and components.
8. Ensure proper procedures are followed within the AMT area for Turck Connect, job confirmation, scrap, rework processes, Turck Tools completion, and the Work Request Sheet.
9. Demonstrate strong communication skills and share experience and techniques with team members. Show initiative and a drive to learn new skills, backing up the Production Supervisor when needed.
10. Coordinate with and assist/backup other Lead Assemblers.
11. Assist in collecting and providing training on key performance indicators (KPIs). Update production metrics, Turck Connect timecards, and facilitate team communications. Help determine priorities and communicate updates.
12. Actively seek to improve documented procedures, including standard operating procedures and work instructions, and suggest improvements or corrections to Manufacturing Engineering and Management.
13. Work with other departments (Planning, Stockroom, Manufacturing Technicians, Engineers) to ensure all materials are available for assembly.
14. Correct unsafe practices and teach principles of 5S and waste elimination.
15. Support Lean and Quality initiatives, including Kaizen and Continuous Improvement activities.
16. Perform other related duties as assigned.

What will you bring to the table?

• High School Diploma
• Basic reading and math skills
• Manufacturing/Production experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of soldering is a plus
• Advanced Manufacturing experience is preferred
• Basic computer skills (Outlook, Word, Excel)

The job involves standing and sitting at a workstation, wearing safety glasses, covered shoes, and steel-toe shoes in designated areas. It includes some light lifting and carrying, usually no more than 15-20 pounds. Ability to distinguish colors is required.

What we offer

As a Turck employee, you will be eligible for our comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, well-being offerings, and a 401(k) plan. The estimated annual salary ranges from $45,815 to $51,205.

Turck is an equal opportunity employer, providing employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.