Lead Assembler - Rail

Luminator Technology Group; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Luminator Technology Group is seeking a Production Assembly Lead – Rail to coordinate and optimize the assembly of rail products, align schedules with production plans, and drive quality. You will mentor team members, resolve workflow issues, and support RMR processes to maintain compliance and performance.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, troubleshooting electrical components, and accurate documentation in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 6 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Experience with ERP environments (e.g. Syteline) required.
• Proven experience in production assembly or a related field.
• Strong understanding of electrical and electronic components.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and documentation.
• Demonstrated leadership, mentoring, and training capabilities.
• Familiarity with quality assurance processes and RMR procedures.
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Production Coordination: Ensure timely processing of parts through designated departments in alignment with schedules and part availability.
• Workflow & Quality Assurance: Collaborate with Quality Assurance to resolve issues while maintaining workflow and minimizing disruptions.
• Metrics & KPI Reporting: Monitor and report on line performance across safety, quality, and delivery metrics; maintain visibility of jobs required to ship versus jobs completed.
• Team Support & Development: Assist in training, mentoring, and supporting team members in understanding assembly procedures, technologies, and best practices.
• RMR Process Support: Provide hands-on assistance with Return Material Review (RMR) processes, ensuring accurate documentation and resolution.
• Technical Troubleshooting: Adjust, repair, or replace electrical and electronic components to correct defects and ensure conformance to specifications.
• Assembly & Alignment: Position, align, or adjust workpieces and electrical parts to facilitate accurate wiring and assembly.
• Knowledge Transfer: Explain and demonstrate assembly procedures or techniques to team members to promote consistency and skill development.
• Testing & Validation: Perform functional test procedures as required to validate product integrity and performance.
• Documentation & Interpretation: Read and interpret bills of materials and technical drawings to guide assembly and setup processes.
• Tool & Equipment Setup: Perform set-ups using basic tools, jigs, and test equipment, ensuring readiness and accuracy.
• Protocol Review: Assess equipment protocols during setup with attention to complexity and compliance requirements.
• Other job duties as required.

Skills

Complex Problem Solving

Critical Thinking

Judgment and Decision Making

Reading Comprehension

Quality Control Analysis

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP (Syteline)

Job description

Be a Part of Something Bigger!

At Luminator Technology Group, we believe we are Better Together. We always put the Customer First, focus on achieving Results, strive to Be the Best, and foster a culture of Respect & Trust.

We are on a mission to innovate and revolutionize global transportation technology. Luminator is a global leader spanning over 85 countries and nearly 1,000 employees worldwide.

We’re searching for Production Assembly Lead —Rail, to join our team and play a key role in driving our vision forward.

The Production Assembly Lead is responsible for coordinating and supporting the assembly of products to meet production schedules and quality standards. This role serves as a technical and operational resource for the team, ensuring efficient workflow, troubleshooting issues, and mentoring team members to enhance performance and understanding of processes and technologies.

To perform this job successfully, an individual has strong interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills. You possess an in-depth knowledge and understanding of assembly or modification of electronic equipment. As the Production Assembler, you will represent the company’s brand and drive strategies to increase product awareness

What You’ll Do:

• Production Coordination: Ensure timely processing of parts through designated departments in alignment with established schedules and part availability.
• Workflow & Quality Assurance: Collaborate with Quality Assurance to resolve issues while maintaining consistent workflow and minimizing disruptions.
• Metrics & KPI Reporting : Monitor and report on line performance across safety, quality, and delivery metrics; maintain visibility of jobs required to ship versus jobs completed; apply troubleshooting skills to resolve production roadblocks and drive continuous improvement.
• Team Support & Development: Assist in training, mentoring, and supporting team members in understanding assembly procedures, technologies, and best practices.
• RMR Process Support: Provide hands‑on assistance with Return Material Review (RMR) processes, ensuring accurate documentation and resolution.
• Technical Troubleshooting: Adjust, repair, or replace electrical and electronic components to correct defects and ensure conformance to specifications.
• Assembly & Alignment: Position, align, or adjust workpieces and electrical parts to facilitate accurate wiring and assembly.
• Knowledge Transfer: Explain and demonstrate assembly procedures or techniques to team members to promote consistency and skill development.
• Testing & Validation: Perform functional test procedures as required to validate product integrity and performance.
• Documentation & Interpretation: Read and interpret bills of materials and technical drawings to guide assembly and setup processes.
• Tool & Equipment Setup: Perform set‑ups using basic tools, jigs, and test equipment, ensuring readiness and accuracy.
• Protocol Review: Assess equipment protocols during setup with attention to complexity and compliance requirements.

• Other job duties as required.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge

• Production and Processing — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
• Computers and Electronics — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware/software including but no limited to applications and programming.
• Mechanical — Knowledge of machines and tools including but not limited to their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Engineering and Technology — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of goods and services.

Skills

• Complex Problem Solving — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Judgment and Decision Making — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
• Reading Comprehension — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
• Quality Control Analysis — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate performance.

Abilities

• Finger Dexterity — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.
• Written Comprehension — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• Problem Sensitivity — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing that there is a problem.
• Near Vision — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
• Oral Comprehension — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

Position Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required .
• At least 6 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Experience with other Microsoft Office applications, including but not limited to Outlook, Teams, and Word preferred. Prior experience with ERP environments (e.g. Syteline) required.
• Proven experience in production assembly or a related field.
• Strong understanding of electrical and electronic components.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and documentation.
• Demonstrated leadership, mentoring, and training capabilities.
• Familiarity with quality assurance processes and RMR procedures.
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Why You’ll Love Working at Luminator:

• Competitive compensation with career growth potential.
• Generous time off: Vacation and sick time, 10 company holidays, and 2 floating holidays.
• Educational Assistance Program: Robust reimbursement program for professional growth.
• Health and wellness: Medical, dental, and vision coverage plus 401k matching.
• Benefits Day One!
• Find out more about us by visiting our Life@Luminator page!

It is the policy of Luminator to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Luminator prohibits any such discrimination or harassment.

The above described responsibilities and requirements are a general guide for the role you are applying for and are not all inclusive of the job requirements.

Luminator Technology Group does not accept staffing agency candidates for our postings.

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