Production Lead

Janicki; Sedro-Woolley (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k with employer matching

Paid time off and holidays

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Janicki Industries, an on-site aerospace manufacturer in Sedro Woolley, WA, seeks a Production Lead to guide teams across composite fabrication, infusion, assembly, welding, and related processes. Responsibilities include delivering quality, training personnel, and ensuring safety and efficiency on the factory floor.

The role requires the ability to read blueprints and work orders, supervise crews, and help drive continuous improvement while complying with 5S, AS9100 and Nadcap standards.

Qualifications

• Two-year technical certificate or bachelor’s degree in a related field; minimum is high school diploma or GED.
• One-year manufacturing experience is required.
• Prior experience in composite or fiberglass fabrication and repair is preferred.
• Crane and forklift experience preferred.
• Must read, understand, and follow work orders and technical drawings.
• Must have effective verbal and written English communication.
• Willing and able to obtain a government-issued security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead one or more teams in manufacturing processes (composite fabrication, infusion, assembly, welding, mill operations, metrology, ovens, Waterjet).
• Ensure quality and quantity of work; train and supervise technicians I & II; organize crew and job overview.
• Provide on-the-job training; improve team skills and efficiency; monitor timecards and attendance.
• Enforce safety, 5S, AS9100 and Nadcap standards; maintain clean work areas; monitor material usage.

Education

Two-year technical certificate or bachelor’s degree in a related field

One-year manufacturing experience

Experience in composite or fiberglass fabrication and repair (preferred)

Crane and forklift experience (preferred)

Ability to read and follow work orders and blueprints

English communication skills

Ability to obtain government security clearance

Job description

Janicki Industries is an innovative, family-owned aerospace company located at the foot of the Cascades. We focus on engineering and manufacturing complex projects for companies in the aerospace, defense, and space industries.

We are looking for a Production Lead to join our growing team.

This position is located on-site in Sedro Woolley, Washington State.

Position Description

The Production Lead position involves leading one or more teams in the execution of various manufacturing processes such as: composite fabrication, infusion, assembly, welding, mill operations, metrology, ovens, or Waterjet operations. Position is responsible for the quality and quantity of work performed under their charge as well as the training and safety of their crews. Primary responsibility is the completion of assigned shift work, also including assigning and explaining daily tasks to workers; monitoring work progress and compliance with policies and procedures; training and assisting technicians I & II. Production Lead assists supervisors, managers, and engineers with managing the daily workload and troubleshooting technical issues. Production Lead will actively participate in classroom and on-the-job training leading to reasonable advancement in skill level; will work other areas as assigned.

• Reads, interprets, and follows pass downs, work orders, isometric drawings, blueprints, work instructions and other technical and non-technical documents.
• Leads team’s performance and gives direction to others while performing the same manufacturing processes.
• Organizes work crew with the job overview and layout of work.
• Provides on the job training to new workers
• Improves the technicians understanding of the job at hand
• Builds the technical skills of the team and constantly improves quality and efficiency
• Accesses Quality Management database for instructions/procedures as needed
• Reviews Timecards and corrects clock-ins as needed for the assigned crew and reports any issues or problems to Operations Manager/Cell Manager
• Keeps work orders stamped, dated and organized
• Enforces Janicki Industries Rules and Safety Practices and keep work areas clean and organized
• Monitors and records material usage as required
• Enforces 5S, AS9100 and Nadcap Standards and Practices throughout all work performed
• Limits and controls use of shop consumables
• Participates in training, safety and quality programs
• Must work well under pressure, meeting and completing multiple deadlines.
• Must be at work on time and maintain good attendance. This is a condition of employment and is an essential function of the job
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Due to our ITAR and EAR regulations, applicants must be a US Citizen or of Legal Permanent Resident Status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b (a) (3).
• This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). Janicki will assist with gaining this access once employed. Special Access Program or other Government Access Requirements are mandatory for this position and requires candidate agreed to enter a Continuous Evaluation program.

Education/Experience

• A two-year technical certificate or bachelor’s degree in a directly related field may be substituted for experience. Minimum requirement for all positions is a high school diploma or GED.
• One-year manufacturing experience is required.
• Prior experience in composite or fiberglass fabrication and repair is preferred.
• Crane and forklift experience preferred
• Must have the ability to read, understand and follow work orders, written procedures, blueprints, drawings and other technical documents
• Must have effective verbal and written communication skills in the English language.
• Must be willing and able to obtain a government issued security clearance.

Additional Information

• Wage range for this role is between $20 - $50 an hour plus a discretionary bonus, 401(k) matching, vacation, and health benefits. Employees can also receive additional pay for off-shifts, off-site work, and access pay. The range provided is Janicki’s estimate of the base compensation for this role. Actual amount offered will be based on job-related and non-discriminatory factors such as experience, location, education, training, skills, and abilities

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with employer contribution
• Disability insurance as well as Life/AD&D insurance
• HSA (Health Savings Account) with employer contribution and FSA (Flexible Savings Account)
• 401k with employer matching
• Paid time off and paid holidays (including two floating holidays)
• Education reimbursement program
• Several shift options
• Premium pay for off-shifts
• Premium pay for security clearance if applicable

Janicki Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Janicki Industries does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age, retaliation, veteran/military service status, or any other legally protected status. Janicki is proud to be a military friendly employer.

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