Team Lead, Structural Assembly – Hands-On & Growth

Saab AB; West Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, and dental insurance

8 designated holidays

401(k) with employer contributions

Tuition assistance and student loan re

Wellness and employee assistance

Employee stock purchase opportunities

Short-term and long-term disability

Job summary

Saab is expanding its West Lafayette operation and seeks a Team Lead to help build a high-performance Structural Assembly team. You will guide team members, mentor new employees, and drive continuous improvement while staying hands-on with production.

In this role you will champion safety and quality KPIs, promote 6S, and collaborate across the organization to meet daily goals. This position offers growth in a defense-focused manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of structural/component assembly experience.
• 2+ years of front-line people leadership experience in manufacturing.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Experience in an AS9100 or ISO environment desirable.
• Able to stand for extended periods and perform physical tasks including lifting up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Provides daily guidance to team members and communicates production goals in support of the supervisor.
• Performs hands-on production work approximately 80% of the time, ensuring adherence to quality and assembly standards.
• Champions KPIs, including safety, quality, cost, delivery, morale, and innovation.
• Promotes 6S standards, maintaining a safe, clean, and positive work environment.
• Mentors and trains new employees, fostering teamwork and professional growth.
• Supports continuous improvement initiatives and leads GEMBA presentations.
• Provides guidance on work procedures and policies, escalating issues as needed.
• Assists with staffing coverage to ensure daily production goals are met.
• Facilitates team meetings, communicates project status, and participates in Assembler panel interviews.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Structural assembly

Front-line leadership

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

AS9100/ISO environment

Job description

Saab is expanding its West Lafayette operation and seeks a Team Lead to help build a high-performance Structural Assembly team. You will guide team members, mentor new employees, and drive continuous improvement while staying hands-on with production.

In this role you will champion safety and quality KPIs, promote 6S, and collaborate across the organization to meet daily goals. This position offers growth in a defense-focused manufacturing environment.