Production Lead

The Production Lead performs a dual role, providing leadership to an assigned team of Production Technicians of varying skill levels, and executing assembly responsibilities on assigned projects. The Lead will be expected to lead, mentor and provide training to Production Technicians in levels 1-4. This role supports the Electrical Assembly Manager by coordinating a team of Production Technicians to ensure production deadlines and standards are met. The incumbent in this role will be required to use hand, and small power tools in the execution of assigned responsibilities. Infrequent travel may be required for installation/service.  

Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday; 6AM- 4:30PM

Responsibilities: 

• As a role model for Production Technicians levels 1-4, provide direction, mentoring and training in operational SOPs.   
• Ensure compliance with established policies and best practices.  
• Monitor performance, provide coaching as needed to assigned team of Production Technicians.  
• Oversee productivity for assigned team members, ensure production quality meets company standards.  
• Conduct safety briefings, ensure safety policies are followed by all team members.  
• Provide support in completion of performance evaluations on assigned team members.   
• Participate in operational, safety, and/or supervisory training as required.  
• Provide coverage for Electrical Assembly Manager in times of absence or overtime scheduling.  
• Responsible for opening the production facility as needed, and for the security of the facility at site closure.  

Primary Assembly Duties  

• Assemble control panel and switchgear components of varied size with minimal direction.  
• Modify and retrofit existing structures to meet customer specifications.  
• Assemble metalwork and handle sheet metal goods.  
• Read, understand and follow blueprint diagrams.  
• Follow instructions to meet production schedule.  
• Be proficient in the use of hand tools and power tools applicable to the responsibilities of the position.  
• Fabrication, to include saw cutting and drilling.  
• Cut, strip and crimp wires and make cables as needed.   
• Ensure work output is to required standard to avoid rework.  
• Assemble connectors.  
• Acquire all mandatory certifications (to include but not limited to OSHA10, CPR)  
• May be required to cross train, supporting other sections of the Company.  

Required Knowledge/Experience: 

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.  
• Minimum of 4-5 years in mechanical assembly/mechanical repair or associated field.   
• A background knowledge of electrical system wiring (DC & AC) 1 + 3 phase, control systems and PLC experience, electrical manufacturing (highly desirable)  
• Prior leadership experience highly desirable.  
• Proficiency using hand tools and hand power tools, ruler, scale, tape measure, calipers (required)  
• Proficiency reading and understanding blueprints (required)  
• Demonstrated experience in panel assembly and wiring (required)  
• Ability to work under pressure/severe time constraints.  
• Satisfactory completion of additional background screening.  
• Valid driver’s license  

Supervisory Requirements 

• Provide direction, mentoring and training in operational SOPs.   
• Ensure compliance with established policies and best practices.  
• Provide support in completion of performance evaluations on assigned team members.   
• Participate in operational, safety, and/or supervisory training as required.  
• Provide coverage for Electrical Assembly Manager in times of absence or overtime scheduling.  
• Responsible for opening the production facility as needed, and for the security of the facility at site closure.  

Required Skill/Abilities: 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.   
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.  
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.  
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.  
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.  
• Strong leadership skills.  
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and related software.  

A Note to our Recruitment Partners: We really appreciate the interest, but MCG currently manages hiring through our internal team. We love getting to know our candidates directly! Because of this, we don’t accept unsolicited resumes from agencies at this time. If we ever need an extra hand, we’ll be sure to reach out to the community. Thanks for understanding!

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