LV Switchgear Department Lead

Crown Technical Systems; Fontana (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Crown Technical Systems in Fontana, CA is seeking a Low Voltage Switchgear Department Lead to guide a team on manufacturing projects, ensuring on-time delivery and adherence to safety and quality standards.

You will partner with production management, review processes, train new staff, and drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment within the Power/Control equipment sector.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 4 years in manufacturing, fabrication, or related field.
• Proven experience leading a team of employees.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate effectively.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in work.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, equipment maintenance, and safety management.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, and written directions.
• Basic math skills to meet technical specifications.
• Familiarity with common hand and power tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the work of the assigned team on a daily basis.
• Address minor discipline issues; refer serious cases to supervisor.
• Assist with training and orientation for new team members.
• Collaborate to discuss upcoming work and delegate tasks by skill.
• Help team solve technical issues and complex problems.
• Inspect work performed by team members for quality.
• Track time, materials, and resources for inventory control.
• Partner with supervisor to resolve department issues.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Complete assemblies and sub-assemblies for manufacturing projects as needed.

Skills

Team leadership

Blueprint reading

Manufacturing know-how

Safety management

Problem solving

Quality focus

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

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.

Flex intends to spin off its Cloud and Power Infrastructure segment into a new, independent publicly traded company, Axiom, with the spin planned for Q1 2027. If the intended spin occurs, this role will support Axiom, a company focused on critical digital infrastructure and delivering end-to-end power and thermal management solutions for AI data centers and other mission-critical applications.

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add an Low Voltage Switchgear Department Lead in USA Fontana, Ca.

Report to the Production Manager, LV Switchgear Department Lead, 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 resolve any issues that arise within department.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area
• Complete assemblies and sub-assemblies for manufacturing projects as needed
• Perform 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 perform 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).