Production Line Lead I

RECARO Aircraft Seating; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aircraft seating manufacturer in Fort Worth, Texas is seeking a Production Lead to ensure quality assembly of products, organize work schedules, and monitor daily production. Candidates should have a high school diploma and 3+ years of manufacturing experience. This role offers a full-time position with opportunities for leadership and team organization.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of seat assembly or related manufacturing experience.
• Trainer or leadership experience preferred.
• Ability to read, write and interpret engineering drawings and technical instructions.

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality products are assembled in support of customer dock dates.
• Organize and assign work to meet production schedules.
• Monitor daily production results and submit efficiency reports.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Team organization

Communication

Planning and prioritizing tasks

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

Production Lead Responsibilities

• Ensure quality products are assembled in support of customer dock dates
• Organize and assign work to meet production schedules while following standard work assigned to the shipset
• Monitor and communicate daily production results and submit the daily efficiency report
• Conduct daily meetings with the production line to review performance goals and challenges
• Set up ANDON system to manage line progress through the shift and update as needed
• Provide the proper provisioning of the production line (tools, hardware, consumables)
• Effectively communicate and elevate issues impacting daily performance from Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain and Logistics to the Production Supervisor
• Assess operator efficiency and provide training or recommend disciplinary action as necessary to the Production Supervisor
• Provide input for performance evaluations for assemblers and assistants
• Review and provide daily attendance reports; audit ITA records to ensure proper time charging
• Monitor and reduce line scrap cost; follow MRB and Q‑note processes
• Conduct and assist with corrective actions, root cause analysis and preventative action
• Cross‑train on multiple processes to increase knowledge and value to the team
• Train assemblers in new processes including standard work
• Investigate line stops, put in emergency measures and counter measures to cope with line stops
• Communicate line damages immediately and quality issues back to the line operator
• Participate in daily production meetings with the line inspector
• Work with the Production Supervisor to build a cross‑training plan to strengthen the team and invest in assemblers
• Fill in for assemblers when away from the work area (absenteeism, training, etc.)
• Interact with internal and external customers professionally
• Maintain a safe, clean and organized workplace; conduct regular housekeeping audits
• Support and maintain 5S initiatives

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required
• 3+ years of seat assembly or related manufacturing experience
• Trainer or leadership experience preferred
• Qualification to support all line functions as needed
• Must be able to read, write and interpret engineering drawings and technical instructions
• Ability to independently plan and prioritize tasks
• Ability to solve problems with little or no guidance
• Ability to communicate and present in front of peers and upper management
• Ability to organize teams to effectively accomplish organizational goals
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Must be able to work flexible hours on short notice and overtime

Seniority, Employment Type, Job Function, Industries

• Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior level
• Employment Type: Full‑time
• Job Function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing