ASSEMBLY TEAM LEAD - 2ND SHIFT

Glock•Smyrna, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Directly supervise and monitor assembly line operators, processes, material needs, and production output for a given assembly line. Ensure that GLOCK products are assembled according to company procedures and productivity goals, as well as internal and external quality specifications. This role involves coordinating and directing personnel, productivity, and output for the assembly line, addressing complaints, resolving minor personnel issues, and assisting with training. The Team Lead is responsible for ensuring processes are performed correctly, mistakes are corrected through accountability, and providing recommendations and recording data for personnel discipline and reward.

Requirements

High School Diploma or a GED
1-2 years related experience
Microsoft Office proficiency
Forklift Certified
Ability to clearly articulate verbal and written instructions.
Utilization of pallet lifts and pallet jacks is required.
Basic keyboarding and controller manipulation.
Speaking in person and on the phone is required.
Personal safety protective equipment and ability to communicate and understand instructions is required.

Nice To Haves

Leadership competencies
Communication competencies
Relationship Management competencies
Ethical Practice competencies
Critical Evaluation competencies
Time Management competencies
Conflict Resolution competencies
Analytical Thinking competencies
Adaptability competencies

Responsibilities

Provide direct supervision and oversight, logistical support, training, and leadership to an assembly line to ensure efficient production flow, maximizing quality and enforcing internal standard working practices.
Drive quality and productivity with team members by motivating, influencing, inspecting product, and efficiently setting up the production line for each order.
Ensure personnel are conducting assembly processes according to instructions and in accordance with ISO procedures and guidelines.
Ensure all associated documentation is correct, including parts discrepancies, non-conforming products, production quantities, inventory specifications, and personnel records.
Perform routine and consistent visual parts and procedural inspections to ensure working instructions are being followed, component accuracy, and to correct any identified issues.
Coordinate with the Assembly Trainer to ensure each assembler is properly trained on procedures and visual/functional inspections.
Coordinate and proactively communicate with Quality Control Inspectors to identify and segregate non-conforming parts and products and ensure documentation is transferred.
Utilize inventory management system to electronically book each production order upon completion.
Communicate with the Assembly Supervisor and/or other Assembly Team Leads and support information exchange between shifts regarding potential issues affecting product quality and/or safety.
Report hourly and daily assembly output to the Assembly Supervisor at the end of each shift, along with any defects or issues.
Setup the assembly line for production orders with correct gauges/tools, small parts, slides, barrels, and frames, verifying equipment is in proper operating condition.
Restock small parts on the assembly line as needed with correct components from the parts wall and properly document any discrepancies.
Continuously monitor and adjust equipment such as frame pin presses, grease machines, and rear sight presses.
Maintain knowledge of QC standards, requirements, and procedures for proper disposition of nonconforming parts.
Assist assembly lines to fill in operator absences and facilitate the achievement of required production goals.
Support all LEAN activities, especially the sustainable execution and implementation of 5S principles and continuous process improvement based on KAIZEN principles.
Ensure compliance with legal and company ordinances, ISO, OSHA, and Environmental Protection regulations, and highest safety standards.
Keep standard of knowledge up to date through continuing education measures.
Exercise good judgment/discretion.
Pay close attention to details and report any non-standard findings to the management team.
Work independently and as part of a team.
Be willing and open-minded to learn and adapt new procedural methods to improve production quality and efficiency.
Maintain a high level of safety and cleanliness in the Assembly area.