Assembly Team Leader

Smith & Wesson Brands • Maryville, TN

82d

About The Position

Since 1852 Smith & Wesson has empowered Americans with the freedom, equality, and security promised by the Declaration of Independence and guaranteed by the Bill of Rights. It is this sense of safety and security that frees us to pursue our goals and dreams, define our future, and fulfill the promise of America.

Requirements

• Minimum -- High School Diploma.
• 1-3 years of supervisory level in Manufacturing (preferred).
• Ability to lead and manage a team by training, coaching, and motivating.
• Excellent interpersonal (written and verbal) communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Type accurately.
• Prioritize tasks and be able to switch tasks as needed.
• Ability to follow and teach precise processes.
• Ability to be trained to drive and use all types of forklifts.
• Microsoft Office: Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook.
• WMS/WCS experience (SAP a plus).

Responsibilities

• Supervise employees in a manufacturing environment.
• Work with Operations Supervisor to plan and assign work.
• Ensure policies and procedures are being followed.
• Recommend improvements in production methods, equipment, operating procedures and working conditions.
• Manage throughput and continuous quality improvements within general guidelines of Lean manufacturing.
• Perform duties and share goals as part of a participative work team.
• Regularly communicate with Supervisor, team members and support personnel about issues impacting product, production, quality and safety across shifts and departments.
• Provide input to Supervisor related to budgeting of tooling, materials, etc.
• Schedule day-to-day work and staffing (vacations/absences) of work team.
• Use problem solving techniques to analyze, find root cause and permanently correct problems related to all aspects of cell operation.
• Provide direct input to Supervisor regarding the evaluation of team members' performance and take appropriate disciplinary action as necessary.
• Fill in for assigned team members to maintain work flow.
• Assist Supervisor with leading personnel in day-to-day requirements; conduct team meetings, provide regular performance feedback and track performance of team members.
• Assist Supervisor with the supervision of personnel, including hiring and retention, performance management and discipline.
• Assist with department planning over a 30-day time span and prepare action plans to achieve results.

Benefits

• Health, Dental & Vision
• Prescription Drug Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• Group Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Investment 401K Plan & Profit Sharing
• Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Vacation, Holidays & Winter Shutdown
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee Product Discounts
• Service Awards

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees