Manufacturing Operations Lead — Continuous Improvement

Leonardo DRS; West Plains (MO); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) savings plan

Telemedicine

Flexible work schedules (4/10)

Job summary

Leonardo DRS, Inc. in West Plains, MO, is seeking a Lead Manufacturing Operations Specialist to supervise manufacturing functions across all production departments, including welding, harness, PCB sub-assemblies, and paint prep.

You will follow work instructions, assist with problem-solving, and coordinate production to meet schedules and quality standards. The role requires a high school diploma or GED with at least 5 years in a relevant area such as welding or tool making, and a readiness to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with a minimum of 5 years of experience in specialty area e.g. welding, tool making.

Responsibilities

• Responsible and accountable for producing quality work to prescribed standards, with a focus on continuous improvement to meet customer commitments on schedule and within budget
• Follow written work instructions
• Work under minimal supervision on duties and tasks that are frequently non-routine, adapting procedures, techniques, tools, materials and/or equipment to meet special needs
• May perform more detailed tasks requiring deeper knowledge and experience in the specified processes and procedures
• Rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish assigned goals
• Able to effectively communicate with other functional departments, such as Engineering, Purchasing, Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and Sales departments
• Resolve most questions and problems, referring only the most complex issues to higher levels
• Serve as a resource to others in the resolution of complex problems and issues
• Be a self-starter and demonstrate good decision making ability
• Must maintain a safe work environment by adhering to all safety procedures including those which govern the handling of materials, chemicals, tools, and equipment (WHMIS)
• Proper use of required PPE
• May periodically assist in orienting and training lower level employees
• Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization
• Manufacturing Operations
• May assist in the supervision of the manufacturing functions across all production departments. This may include areas of: preparation of product for assembly, welding, mechanical, harness, cable, printed circuit board sub-assemblies, spray application, paint prep processes, and visual inspection of products or sub-assemblies, utilizing work instructions, models and/or drawings
• May assist technicians in interpreting work instructions
• May assist in basic troubleshooting and production related problems.
• Assist in supervising employees and coordinating production processes.
• Help ensure efficient workflows and maximum productivity.
• Monitor production activities to identify potential issues, minimize downtime and implement solutions.
• Assist in scheduling production personnel and adjusting schedules as needed.
• Help maintain and improve quality standards and ensure adherence to safety and quality standards.
• Identify inefficiencies and make recommendations for improvements.
• Communicate with supervisor, production team, and pass down information with off-shift supervision.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Leonardo DRS, Inc. in West Plains, MO, is seeking a Lead Manufacturing Operations Specialist to supervise manufacturing functions across all production departments, including welding, harness, PCB sub-assemblies, and paint prep.

You will follow work instructions, assist with problem-solving, and coordinate production to meet schedules and quality standards. The role requires a high school diploma or GED with at least 5 years in a relevant area such as welding or tool making, and a readiness to