Lead Manufacturing Technician (Shift C) (Conversion)

Jabil Malaysia; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Jabil in Memphis, TN is seeking a Mechanical Assembly Lead to coordinate daily activities in the mechanical assembly area and provide hands-on leadership for the team. You will oversee complex assemblies, read engineering drawings, and drive on-time delivery while maintaining quality and safety standards.

The role emphasizes mentoring, problem-solving, and collaboration with Engineering and Quality to resolve issues, implement improvements, and uphold 5S and policy compliance across the shop

Qualifications

• Minimum five (5) years of mechanical assembly, manufacturing, HVAC, industrial equipment, cooling systems, or electromechanical assembly experience required.
• Experience with complex mechanical integrations, copper tubing, piping systems, valves, fittings, hoses, and fluid management systems required.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, assembly instructions, bills of materials, and technical documentation.
• Experience troubleshooting assembly issues and supporting root‑cause investigations.
• Demonstrated ability to train, mentor, and support team members in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong working knowledge of hand tools, power tools, torque tools, measuring devices, and assembly equipment.
• Basic computer skills and ability to work within manufacturing systems and software.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily workflow within the assigned manufacturing area to support production schedules and customer requirements.
• Perform advanced mechanical assembly and system integration activities, including large form‑factor builds, copper tubing, piping systems, valves, fittings, hoses, and fluid management systems.
• Assign and coordinate work activities to ensure production goals, quality standards, and schedule commitments are achieved.
• Monitor production flow and elevate material, quality, tooling, or staffing concerns as needed.
• Interpret engineering drawings, bills of materials, work instructions, and specifications to support production activities and resolve assembly issues.
• Train, coach, and support Mechanical Assemblers on assembly methods, workmanship standards, safety requirements, and process compliance.
• Coordinate on‑job training (OJT) and cross‑training activities within the work area.
• Support Engineering and Quality teams with troubleshooting, root‑cause investigations, corrective actions, and process improvements.
• Communicate production status, quality concerns, and operational priorities to team members and leadership.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, 5S, and company policies while maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Reading drawings

Troubleshooting

Mentoring

Hand tools

Safety compliance

Communication

Problem solving

Power tools

Torque tools

Measuring devices

Assembly equipment

Tools

Power tools

Torque tools

Measuring devices

Assembly equipment

Job description

At Jabil (NYSE: JBL), we are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions. With 60 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe.

Job Summary: The Mechanical Assembly Lead coordinates daily activities within the mechanical assembly area while performing advanced assembly and integration work. This role provides hands‑on leadership to Mechanical Assemblers, helping the team achieve production, quality, safety, and delivery objectives. The Mechanical Assembly Lead serves as the primary technical resource for complex mechanical assemblies, large form‑factor builds, copper tubing installations, fluid systems, and troubleshooting activities.

Starting Pay Rate: $/hr. Shift: |Shift Differential:

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate daily workflow within the assigned manufacturing area to support production schedules and customer requirements.
• Perform advanced mechanical assembly and system integration activities, including large form‑factor builds, copper tubing, piping systems, valves, fittings, hoses, and fluid management systems.
• Assign and coordinate work activities to ensure production goals, quality standards, and schedule commitments are achieved.
• Monitor production flow and elevate material, quality, tooling, or staffing concerns as needed.
• Interpret engineering drawings, bills of materials, work instructions, and specifications to support production activities and resolve assembly issues.
• Train, coach, and support Mechanical Assemblers on assembly methods, workmanship standards, safety requirements, and process compliance.
• Coordinate on‑job training (OJT) and cross‑training activities within the work area.
• Support Engineering and Quality teams with troubleshooting, root‑cause investigations, corrective actions, and process improvements.
• Communicate production status, quality concerns, and operational priorities to team members and leadership.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, 5S, and company policies while maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Minimum five (5) years of mechanical assembly, manufacturing, HVAC, industrial equipment, cooling systems, or electromechanical assembly experience required.
• Experience with complex mechanical integrations, copper tubing, piping systems, valves, fittings, hoses, and fluid management systems required.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, assembly instructions, bills of materials, and technical documentation.
• Experience troubleshooting assembly issues and supporting root‑cause investigations.
• Demonstrated ability to train, mentor, and support team members in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong working knowledge of hand tools, power tools, torque tools, measuring devices, and assembly equipment.
• Basic computer skills and ability to work within manufacturing systems and software.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform repetitive tasks for up to 10–12 hours, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to lift and move materials weighing up to 40 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation; mechanical lifting devices and team lifts may be utilized as needed.

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Jabil, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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