Produciton Lead / Switchgear Lead

Group CBS, Inc.; Seymour (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Group CBS, Inc. in Seymour, CT is seeking a Switchgear Lead to guide technicians and keep production moving safely, efficiently, and on schedule. You will coordinate daily workloads, train staff on procedures and safety, read engineering drawings, and drive continuous improvement with lean practices.

This hands-on leadership role requires strong electrical/manufacturing experience and a proven ability to organize a busy shop while meeting customer deadlines.

Qualifications

• Lead, coach, and support switchgear technicians.
• Coordinate daily production activities to meet customer deadlines.
• Train employees on procedures, safety requirements, and quality expectations.
• Provide feedback and help employees develop their technical skills.
• Help resolve workflow, performance, and production issues.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and support switchgear technicians.
• Coordinate daily production activities to meet customer deadlines.
• Train employees on procedures, safety requirements, and quality expectations.
• Provide feedback and help employees develop their technical skills.
• Help resolve workflow, performance, and production issues.

Skills

Team leadership

Reading drawings

Problem solving

Communication

Organization & prioritization

Lean/Six Sigma knowledge

Manufacturing processes

Electrical/mechanical aptitude

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Manufacturing

Tools

ERP systems

Manufacturing software

Job description

Overview

The Switchgear Lead is a hands‑on leadership role responsible for keeping switchgear production moving safely, efficiently, and on schedule.

You will lead and support technicians, coordinate daily workloads, monitor quality, and help solve production issues as they come up. This position works closely with production, purchasing, inventory, and other teams to make sure the right materials and resources are available to complete work accurately and on time.

If you have strong electrical or manufacturing experience, enjoy leading people, and know how to keep a busy shop organized, this could be a strong fit.

Category

Production

Job Location

Seymour, CT, US

Position Type

Full-Time/Regular

Schedule

Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm

What you will do

Team leadership

• Lead, coach, and support switchgear technicians
• Assign daily work and communicate production priorities
• Train employees on procedures, safety requirements, and quality expectations
• Provide feedback and help employees develop their technical skills
• Help resolve workflow, performance, and production issues

Production and scheduling

• Coordinate daily production activities to meet customer deadlines
• Prioritize jobs based on workload, material availability, and production schedules
• Monitor work in progress and adjust assignments as priorities change
• Make sure labor, equipment, and materials are being used effectively
• Coordinate with purchasing, inventory, logistics, and production planning when materials or components are needed

Quality

• Make sure completed work meets drawings, specifications, quality standards, and customer requirements
• Inspect work in progress and completed equipment
• Identify quality issues early and coordinate corrective action or rework when needed
• Help maintain consistent inspection and quality control processes

Continuous improvement

• Look for ways to improve workflow, productivity, quality, and cost
• Help implement Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement practices where appropriate
• Review production metrics and KPIs to identify trends and opportunities for improvement
• Help solve recurring production problems by identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions

Safety

• Maintain a safe and organized work environment
• Ensure employees follow company safety procedures and applicable regulations
• Conduct or participate in safety inspections, hazard assessments, and incident reviews
• Encourage employees to identify hazards and actively participate in safety programs

What success looks like

• Production stays on schedule and customer commitments are met
• Technicians understand their priorities and have the support needed to complete their work
• Switchgear is assembled and inspected accurately the first time
• Quality issues are identified and corrected early
• Materials and equipment are available when needed
• The department operates safely, efficiently, and consistently
• Production problems are addressed quickly instead of becoming recurring issues

What we are looking for

• Experience in switchgear, electrical equipment, fabrication, manufacturing, or a related production environment
• Previous lead, supervisory, or team leadership experience
• Strong understanding of manufacturing and production processes
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications
• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude
• Ability to organize work, set priorities, and manage multiple production demands
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Comfortable reviewing production data, metrics, and KPIs
• Strong communication and team leadership skills
• Working knowledge of production planning, inventory, ERP, or manufacturing systems
• Understanding of manufacturing safety requirements and best practices
• Experience with Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement practices is a plus
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Management, or a related field is preferred but not required

Physical requirements

• Frequent walking and continuous standing
• Continuous repetitive hand motion
• Occasional reaching or working overhead
• Occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling
• Ability to lift and handle materials weighing up to 50 pounds

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.

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