General Lead (Second Shift)

Latitude Corp•Tucson, AZ

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Latitude Corp. is seeking a General Lead to support production in its precision metal manufacturing operations. The role assists the Production Supervisor with fabrication, coatings, and welding processes, and helps ensure production meets established safety, quality, cost, and deadline standards. The General Lead helps supervise department employees, including training, work allocation, and problem resolution, and leads the department when the Supervisor or Foreman is absent. This is a full-time, second-shift position working Monday through Friday from 3:30 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. The employee must be willing to work overtime when requested. The work takes place in a clean, climate-controlled manufacturing facility and may involve manual labor, standing, bending, and lifting. Latitude Corp. describes itself as a 100% employee-owned company and an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Requirements

Excellent communication skills and a positive teamwork and safety attitude.
Conscientious attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to multitask and troubleshoot.
Ability to assess operational requirements and plan and organize workflow patterns and schedules.
Good leadership qualities and ability to model safety, quality, and productivity standards for employees at different levels.
Broad knowledge to perform routine and preventative maintenance and upkeep of equipment and instruments used.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to read, understand, and explain job travelers.
Basic math skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to operate a forklift.
Ability to lift 40 pounds safely, or with assistance.
Ability to stand and bend over for long periods while performing manual labor, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Willingness to work overtime as requested.

Nice To Haves

Manufacturing experience preferred.
More than two years of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist the Production Supervisor with fabrication, coatings, and welding processes.
Help produce parts and products in accordance with company safety, quality, and cost standards.
Assist with supervising and monitoring department employees, including training, work allocation, and problem resolution.
Requisition department supplies.
Ensure workmanship meets or exceeds requirements and department work meets quality standards.
Ensure department employees work safely, follow safety procedures, and eliminate hazardous conditions.
Ensure output meets required deadlines while maintaining safety and quality.
Ensure ISO and AS quality-system and safety procedures are followed within the department.
Ensure cross-departmental communication is accurate and effective.
Implement and maintain inventory-control systems and procedures; oversee shipping and receiving of shop supplies and materials.
Ensure applicable operating policies and procedures are followed.
Maintain the MES system accurately as instructed.
Administer CPR or first aid when required and trained.
Lead the department in the absence of the Supervisor or Foreman.
Maintain a neat, clean, and safe work environment.
Arrive punctually and work overtime when needed.
Assist with the monthly inventory process.
Perform other duties as assigned.