Lead Assembler 1st Shift

Cornerstone Building Brands • Dartmouth, MA

8h • $25 - $27 • Onsite

About The Position

This position is a key role that uses problem solving tools and lean principles. With approximately 25+ direct reports, the Production Team Lead is responsible for leading the day-to-day operations of production employees, ensuring that motivation and performance levels are sustained. This role will act as a strategic business partner with leaders by providing relevant performance feedback to maintain and improve business results.

Requirements

• 3+ years of manufacturing or production experience is required
• 3+ years of supervisory/leadership experience is recommended
• Associate’s/ Bachelor’s degree in any of the following: business, operations, industrial/mechanical/manufacturing/process engineering, or supply chain preferred
• Strong skills in the areas of communication (written/verbal), time management, and problem solving
• Ability to learn product, process, and equipment
• Ability to lead, train, coach and motivate production employees
• Ability to make sound decisions and delegate appropriately
• Working knowledge of computer systems – Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Must be able to bend, and able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a continual basis above shoulder height and below the waist
• Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.

Nice To Haves

• Mechanical skills plus but not required.
• Bilingual in Spanish, Creole, Hindi or Gujarati is plus, but not required
• Lean certification or manufacturing experience plus but not required
• Experience with Staple guns, drills, etc. preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead and effectively communicate/participate at daily Tier I/Front Line Management meeting (stand-up)
• Provide feedback, coaching, training, conflict resolution, and conducts audits (standard work, quality, safety, training matrix).
• Establish and manage Safety, Quality Delivery and Cost (SQDC) metrics
• Follows and enforces all safety procedures according to standards. Is proactive on safety concerns and acts when appropriate
• Identifies process constraints and incorporates appropriate decision making and problem-solving techniques
• Maintain Tier I/Front Line Management visual management tools (PVA, run charts, focus boards, and other tools) to drive continuous improvement
• Lead continuous improvement activities through effective partnership/collaboration with other departments and employees
• Participate in projects, Kaizens, & other continuous improvement actions.
• Participate in problem solving using tools and methodology (5 Why, PDCA, MCA, CAPA, focus boards)

Benefits

• Full-time team members receive medical, dental and vision benefits starting day 1.
• Other benefits include PTO, paid holidays, FSA, life insurance, LTD, STD, 401k, EAP, discount programs, tuition reimbursement, training, and professional development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree