Assembly Manager

Premier Staffing Solution•Montpelier, OH

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assembly Manager oversees daily assembly operations to ensure safety, efficiency, quality, and on-time production. This role leads a team of assemblers, coordinates workflows, develops standardized processes, and collaborates closely with production, quality, engineering, and leadership teams. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator with hands-on leadership experience in manufacturing, preferably within coatings, automotive, or industrial production environments.

Requirements

3+ years of experience supervising or managing teams in a manufacturing or assembly environment.
Strong understanding of assembly processes, production workflows, and quality standards.
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, instructions, and specifications.
Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency with basic computer systems (production software, MS Office, etc.).
High school diploma or equivalent; technical or vocational training preferred.

Nice To Haves

Experience in coatings, automotive, or industrial manufacturing is a plus.
Experience with Lean Manufacturing, 5S, or continuous improvement methodologies preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead, supervise, and mentor a team of assembly technicians and leads.
Plan, schedule, and coordinate daily assembly operations to meet production goals.
Develop, implement, and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions.
Ensure all safety policies, quality standards, and compliance requirements are followed.
Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to support new builds, process improvements, and root-cause analysis.
Monitor performance metrics (productivity, scrap, downtime, quality issues) and recommend improvements.
Identify resource needs and allocate staffing based on workload and priorities.
Train new and existing employees on proper assembly techniques, equipment, and safety procedures.
Troubleshoot assembly issues and work with cross-functional teams to resolve problems quickly.
Maintain proper inventory of assembly tools, supplies, and materials.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, throughput, and efficiency.
Participate in production planning meetings and provide operational updates.
Ensure clean, organized, and audit-ready assembly work areas.