Lead Assembler

Leonardo DRS, Inc.•Madison, WI

About The Position

DRS Daylight Solutions business provides industry-changing mid-infrared laser light technology for government and commercial markets, including: defense and security; life sciences; and industrial process control. As a mid-IR technology pioneer, Daylight Solutions has delivered more mid-IR systems to more applications world-wide than any other company.This role involves leading and mentoring team members, ensuring all assembly work meets prescribed quality standards. Key responsibilities include utilizing extensive experience to troubleshoot complex issues, serving as a technical resource, interpreting detailed work instructions, and assisting with team training. The position emphasizes a commitment to quality and continuous improvement, with ultimate accountability for meeting customer production schedules and budget requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED with a minimum of 8+ years of experience in specialty area

Responsibilities

May serve as team lead for lower-level specialists who are responsible and accountable for producing quality work to prescribed standards, with a focus on continuous improvement to meet customer commitments on schedule and within budget
Work under minimal supervision on duties and tasks requiring advanced skills, adapting procedures, techniques, tools, materials and/or equipment to meet special needs
Perform more detailed tasks requiring deeper knowledge and experience in the specified processes and procedures
Rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish assigned goals
Communicate effectively with other functional departments, such as Engineering, Purchasing, Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and Sales departments
Serve as a resource to others in the resolution of complex problems and issues
Responsible for orienting and training lower-level specialists
Demonstrate ability to be a self-starter as well as sound decision making
Maintain a safe work environment by adhering to all safety procedures including those which govern the handling of materials, chemicals, tools, and equipment (WHMIS)
Responsible for proper use of required PPE
Participate in LEAN Events, “Six S” activities, action teams etc.
Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization
Perform advanced-level assembly functions, which may include: prep, mechanical, harness, cable, printed circuit board sub-assemblies, spray application, and inspection, typically working from models and/or drawings, within Production
May perform soldering and installation of components to contract specifications, using a wide range of tools and equipment
Interpret blueprints, Process Flow Instructions and other written or verbal instructions
Responsible and accountable for producing quality work to prescribed standards, with a focus on continuous improvement to meet customer commitments on schedule, within budget and to SPC standard practices
Must be trained across all assembly stages, work w/Engineering to build 1st articles by interpreting print/specification with no process provided and the ability to interpret/assemble all units in dept
Must be able to perform all aspects of inspection- in process, final and source, allocate partial points - 3 points in process - 3 pts final - 4 pts source
Must be familiar with HR policies and procedures and their application and be able to apply tools for business metrics and reporting

Benefits

competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
a company contribution to a health savings account
telemedicine
life and disability insurance
legal insurance
a 401(k) savings plan
wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being
programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement
flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program
competitive vacation
health/emergency leave
paid parental leave
community service hours