Lead Assembly Supervisor: Drive Quality & Lean Production

Microchip Technology Inc; Lawrence (MA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits included

401(k) retirement plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Microchip Technology Inc is seeking an Assembly Supervisor to oversee and coordinate assembly line operations, ensure product quality, safety, and efficient production, while guiding assembly staff. The role requires supervision experience and hands-on involvement with ERP/AX systems.

The position emphasizes leading teams across multiple workstations, coordinating priorities, and partnering with Engineering on process improvements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in Glass diode assembly supervisory or group leader role.
• Hands-on experience with assembly operations and production systems (ERP or AX).
• Ability to troubleshoot operational issues and perform root cause analysis.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and team management abilities.
• Data-driven decision-maker with lean/process-improvement experience.
• Inspiring coach and communicator—able to build and lead high-performing teams.
• Safety-focused mindset with a commitment to zero incidents.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage assembly teams on the production floor, ensuring daily production targets are met while maintaining high-quality standards and safety compliance.
• Supervising and coordinating assembly staff across multiple workstations, assigning tasks, setting priorities, and balancing workloads to meet production schedules.
• Translate daily production schedules into clear priorities and staffing assignments.
• Partner with Engineering on process enhancements, equipment repairs, and preventive maintenance.
• Maintain accurate electronic records (training logs, payroll, performance notes) and report key metrics.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Assembly operations

Production systems

Root cause analysis

Lean / process improvement

Team management

Safety mindset

Communication skills

Job description

Microchip Technology Inc is seeking an Assembly Supervisor to oversee and coordinate assembly line operations, ensure product quality, safety, and efficient production, while guiding assembly staff. The role requires supervision experience and hands-on involvement with ERP/AX systems.

The position emphasizes leading teams across multiple workstations, coordinating priorities, and partnering with Engineering on process improvements.