Lead Assembler

Regal Rexnord • Arlington, TX

11d • Onsite

About The Position

At Thomson Power Systems, we are building a world-class manufacturing facility in Arlington, Texas. We are seeking a Lead Assembler who can combine technical knowledge with a passion for developing people and supporting team success. This position serves as a hands-on working leader who helps train, coach, and support production team members while actively participating in assembly operations. The Lead Assembler plays a key role in maintaining safety, quality, productivity, and employee engagement. As a Lead Assembler, you will act as the day-to-day leader for a production team, supporting Assemblers, Mechanical Assemblers, and Wiring Assemblers. You will help ensure work is performed safely, efficiently, and according to quality standards while serving as a coach, mentor, and technical resource for team members. This role is ideal for an experienced manufacturing professional who enjoys teaching others, solving problems, and leading through action.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• 3+ years of manufacturing or assembly experience
• Experience reading drawings and work instructions
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to train and coach others
• Basic computer proficiency
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Nice To Haves

• Previous Lead, Trainer, or Team Lead experience
• Experience in electrical equipment or industrial manufacturing
• Lean Manufacturing experience
• Forklift certification

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary hands-on coach for production team members
• Support onboarding and training of new employees
• Reinforce standard work practices and operating procedures
• Provide real-time feedback and coaching to improve performance
• Assist team members in developing technical and problem-solving skills
• Promote teamwork, accountability, and a positive work environment
• Support daily production schedules and priorities
• Assist with work assignments and workload balancing
• Remove obstacles that impact team performance
• Monitor progress toward safety, quality, and delivery goals
• Lead by example through active participation in assembly activities
• Promote a culture of safety first
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures and work instructions
• Verify quality requirements are consistently followed
• Support root cause investigations and corrective actions
• Reinforce workmanship standards throughout the team
• Support Lean Manufacturing and 5S activities
• Identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, and productivity
• Assist with implementing process improvements
• Support development and maintenance of standard work

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Coverage
• Spending accounts (HSA, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA)
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• 401k Retirement Plan with Matching Employer Contributions
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Paid Leaves
• Tuition Assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED