Group Lead - Lower Assembly

Astronautics Corporation of America • Black Mountain, NC

313d

About The Position

Founded in 1918, Kearfott Corporation, a global Aerospace and Defense supplier for over 100 years, is a leader in the design and manufacture of precision motion control products and inertial navigation components. Kearfott has a very long history of innovation and excellence, and is the go-to brand for many of our global clients. Kearfott is trusted, respected and plays a vital role in the success of America's aerospace and defense industries. With over a century of expertise & experience, Kearfott is dedicated to providing quality, reliability, and cutting-edge technology to customers worldwide to meet their sea, land, air, and space navigation and guidance requirements. Kearfott offers a comprehensive benefits package including a 401K, and Tuition Reimbursement. We offer a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off. We are looking for talented individuals who want to be part of a world-class work force. Join Kearfott and become part of a company that is recognized for technical expertise and respected world-wide as a ‘full service' provider.

Requirements

• Must have a High School Diploma or Equivalent and 3 years' experience OR an associate's degree (technical discipline preferred) and 2 years' experience.
• Previous experience working as a team/group lead in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Must be able to pass annual eye exam which requires 20/20 vision with corrective lenses.
• Must be adept at using precision mechanical gauges and a wide variety of precision electrical test equipment.
• Must be capable of reading blueprints and interpreting operations sheets and other types of complex instruction.

Responsibilities

• Plans and organizes the daily activities and workflow for up to 15 associates engaged in the production of precision components and sub-assemblies.
• Reviews production and delivery commitments with expeditor and team.
• Plans and prioritizes daily/weekly activities to accomplish production requirements.
• Informs team members regarding any special conditions or requirements necessary to meet production commitments.
• Sets up work stations, assigns work to individual employees, monitors workflow and progression of units to subsequent workstations.
• Monitors daily work activities for equipment/operational problems, quality issues, hazards, material shortages or resources availability that may impact production.
• Interprets blueprints, follows operations sheets and ensures that employees are using proper production methods.
• Consults with supervisor and/or engineering concerning issues impacting production.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Benefits

• 401K
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED