Senior Equipment Assembly & Integration Manager

Ms-Technology,-Inc; Amherst (TN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

MSTI is seeking an Assembly and Integration Shop Manager to lead daily operations for assembling electro‑mechanical processing equipment in confinement structures, and to oversee factory acceptance testing with QA‑1 compliance. You will manage personnel, materials, and logistics while coordinating with engineering and project teams to meet schedules and quality targets.

The role requires hands‑on leadership, strong planning skills, and a focus on safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical or trade schooling preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years in fabrication, manufacturing, or assembly.
• At least 2 years of supervisory/management experience.
• Ability to read/mechanical drawings and specifications.
• Strong leadership, organizational and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day assembly, integration, and testing operations, including personnel, workflow, and production scheduling.
• Supervise employees: hiring, training, performance management, and disciplinary actions.
• Ensure OSHA compliance and company safety policies.
• Oversee equipment usage, maintenance, calibration, and repair coordination.
• Plan and prioritize work orders to meet project schedules, cost targets, and quality requirements.
• Collaborate with engineering and project teams to interpret drawings, specifications, and work instructions.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives related to safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Enforce cleanliness, organization, and proper material handling within the shop.
• Oversee receipt of incoming materials and documentation per QA programs.
• Track, stage, and issue materials throughout assembly.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and material control processes.
• Identify shortages, damages, or discrepancies and coordinate resolution.
• Oversee preparation, packaging, and shipment of completed equipment.
• Coordinate outbound shipping logistics to Client locations, including carrier coordination and delivery schedules.
• Ensure shipping documentation, labeling, handling instructions, and Client requirements are met.
• Maintain visibility into material flow and shipment status to support project commitments.
• Ensure quality control processes are followed and non-conformances are addressed per NQA-1.
• Support QA activities, inspections, corrective actions, and audit readiness.
• Maintain production, material, and shipping documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Team coordination

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in manufacturing/engineering/operations

Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing/engineering/operations

Tools

ERP systems

Inventory management systems

Job tracking systems

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, SharePoint)

Job description

MSTI is seeking an Assembly and Integration Shop Manager to lead daily operations for assembling electro‑mechanical processing equipment in confinement structures, and to oversee factory acceptance testing with QA‑1 compliance. You will manage personnel, materials, and logistics while coordinating with engineering and project teams to meet schedules and quality targets.

The role requires hands‑on leadership, strong planning skills, and a focus on safety and continuous improvement.