Senior Specialist Assembler - Lead, Solve & Mentor

Saab, Inc.; Grayling (MI); On-site; USD 44,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, and dental insurance

Generous PTO and holidays

401(k) with employer contributions

Tuition assistance

Wellness resources

Employee stock purchase opportunities

Disability coverage

Job summary

Saab, Inc. in Grayling, Michigan is seeking Specialist Assemblers for our production team to join a high‑skill environment. You will participate in complex system assembly, mentor peers, and lead collaborative workflows that support evolving manufacturing infrastructure.

You will interpret technical drawings, ensure strict safety and quality controls, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. The role requires standing, lifting, and occasional extended hours to meet production needs,

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 10+ years of leadership experience in manufacturing environments, and extensive floor expertise.
• Ability to interpret complex technical documentation, including detailed assembly drawings, schematics, and standardized work instructions to ensure quality control.
• Demonstrated ability to handle diverse material scales, ranging from miniature, intricate components to large, heavy structural parts with precision and safety.
• Ability to operate automated equipment while optimizing mechanical assembly processes and manufacturing workflows for maximum efficiency.
• Demonstrated experience to drive root‑cause problem‑solving initiatives to permanently resolve recurring, systemic issues within production lines.
• Experience with continuous improvement projects by recommending new operational procedures and leading their full implementation.
• Demonstrated experience with leveraging specialized tools, equipment, and manufacturing software to support advanced technical processes.

Responsibilities

• Apply problem solving techniques to troubleshoot issues and support production objectives.
• Spearhead production workflows and assembly line execution.
• Deliver work according to quality requirements and work instructions; implement the requirements in daily ways of working in a team-based environment.
• Understand and adhere to ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) control procedures and safeguarding requirements.
• Understand and adhere to Explosive Safety control procedures and safeguarding requirements.
• Support daily, incremental continuous improvement highlighting advancement opportunities in safety, quality, cost, delivery, and morale.
• Ability to complete functional testing of assemblies and systems.
• Sign off when work is complete according to specification.
• Support the training and transfer of knowledge to new employees.
• Contribute to a positive and productive work environment, aligned with our Company values: Trust, Drive, Expertise and Support.
• Ability to work extended hours and weekend overtime when required.
• Other tasks as assigned and authorized.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Team mentorship

Quality focus

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Automated equipment operation

Manufacturing software

Job description

Saab, Inc. in Grayling, Michigan is seeking Specialist Assemblers for our production team to join a high‑skill environment. You will participate in complex system assembly, mentor peers, and lead collaborative workflows that support evolving manufacturing infrastructure.

You will interpret technical drawings, ensure strict safety and quality controls, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. The role requires standing, lifting, and occasional extended hours to meet production needs,