Lead Sheet Metal Assembler

Crown Technical Systems; Fontana (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Crown Technical Systems is seeking a Lead Sheet Metal Assembler in Fontana, CA to guide a team in manufacturing high-quality assemblies. You will report to the Production Manager and be responsible for completing projects on schedule and maintaining safety standards.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, training new members, and coordinating with supervisors to resolve issues and optimize workflow.

Qualifications

• Lead a manufacturing team to complete assemblies on schedule.
• Interpret blueprints, schematics, and process instructions accurately.
• Ensure accuracy of measurements and tolerances per drawings.
• Maintain clean, safe work area and enforce safety rules.
• Collaborate with supervisor to plan training and onboarding for new members.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the work of assigned team employees.
• Address minor discipline issues; refer serious cases to supervisor.
• Assist with training and orientation for new team members.
• Delegate tasks based on skills and experience.
• Assist team with technical issues and problem-solving.
• Inspect team members' work and ensure quality.
• Log time, materials, and resources for inventory.
• Maintain safe work environment and compliant processes.

Skills

Team leadership

Reading blueprints

Math skills

Tool knowledge

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Tape measure

Impact drill

Calipers

Job description

Crown Technical Systems, a Flex Company, is a leader in power distribution and protection systems concentrating on sophisticated, state-of-the-art relay and control panels, medium voltage switchgear, and enclosures (power/control buildings/ E-Houses). We specialize in customized, turn-key solutions that ensure safe, secure, and reliable power distribution. Working at Crown Technical Systems offers a dynamic and rewarding career path for individuals seeking to power the world. Through hands‑on training, mentorship, and a culture of internal promotion, we empower you to reach your full potential and contribute to projects that truly matter.

At Flex, we welcome people of all backgrounds. Our employees thrive here by living our values: we support each other as we strive to find a better way, we move fast with discipline and purpose, and we do the right thing always.

Through a respectful, inclusive and collaborative culture, a career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference, invest in your career growth and join our purpose -- to make great products that create value and improve people’s lives.

Job summary:

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add an Lead Sheet Metal Assembler in USA Fontana, Ca.

Report to the Production Manager, the Lead Sheet Metal Assembler is responsible for leading a team of employees in completing assigned manufacturing projects.

What a typical day looks like:

• Oversee the work of assigned team employees
• Addresses minor discipline problems with team members; refers more serious cases to the supervisor
• Assists with the planning and preparation of training and orientation for new team members in partnership with the training specialist and team trainer
• Collaborate with team members to discuss upcoming work assignments; delegates assignments based on team members skills and experience
• Assists team members with technical issues or advanced problems with given assignments
• Inspects work performed by team members
• Tracks and logs workers time, materials, and other resources used for inventory purposes.
• Partner with supervisor or production manager to reslove any issues that arise within department.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area
• Complete assemblies and sub‑assemblies for manufacturing projects as needed
• Peform all other duties as assigned

The experience we’re looking to add to our team:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• At least 4 years of experience in manufacturing, fabrication, or related field
• Prior experience in effectively leading a team of employees
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to peform work accurately
• Knowledge of manufacturing, equipment maintenance, and safety management
• Reading comprehension skills with the ability to interpret and follow written directions, blueprints, and engineering diagrams
• Basic math skills to meet technical specifications and measurements
• Basic understanding of tools (ex. Tape measure, impact drill, etc.)

What the physical requirements are:

• Prolonged periods of standing, bending, kneeling, and performing repetitive tasks.
• Must be able to lift, push, pull up to 35 pounds at a time.
• Must wear PPE, such as gloves, safety glasses, hard hat, and ear protection, while working on the production floor

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Crown Technical Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email [e-mail] and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Crown Technical Systems, you must complete the application process first).