Lead Production Assembly Technician

Exotic Automation & Supply•Lyon Charter Township, MI

72d

About The Position

Leads and performs essential assembly operations for manufacturing hose assemblies, custom bent tube products, and a variety of assembled components. Responsibilities include assembly, fabrication, testing, quality control, and maintaining a safe and organized work environment in accordance with company standards and procedures.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED
Three (3) years of previous manufacturing-related work experience—assembly work preferred
Previous leadership experience
Previous experience working on a business system

Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate the activities of production staff in the Assembled Solutions Department
Oversee hose assembly operations, including cutting, crimping, testing, and final inspection
Direct tube bending operations, ensuring accuracy of bends, fit, and finish per customer specifications
Schedule workloads and assign tasks to meet production goals, delivery deadlines, and quality standards
Monitor equipment performance and ensure regular maintenance and calibration of hose and tube processing equipment
Enforce safety procedures and company policies to maintain a safe and compliant work environment
Train, coach, and evaluate team members to promote skill development and high performance
Collaborate with Engineering and Quality departments to resolve production issues and implement process improvements
Maintain accurate production records, including labor and material usage
Support lean manufacturing initiatives, including 5S, waste reduction, and process optimization
Ensure all assembled products meet or exceed internal and customer quality requirements
Assembles and tests high- and low-pressure hose assemblies according to specifications
Fabricates custom bent tube assemblies including bending, end forming and testing operations
Assembles valve stack assemblies per technical drawings and work instructions
Constructs custom panel assemblies, including valves, gauges, tubing and regulators
Transforms conceptual designs into assembled solutions
Maintains accurate build records and completes job orders
Inspects assemblies for quality and completeness before delivery
Tests assemblies to ensure they meet required specifications and safety standards
Maintains work area in a clean, organized, and hazard-free condition
Follows all safety procedures and protocols to prevent workplace injuries
Adheres to written and oral instructions regarding daily tasks and job assignments
Provides occasional customer visits to support field sales activities
Assists with corporate on-boarding and orientation programs as required
Performs other duties as assigned or requested to support production operations
Able to annually demonstrate physical ability to stand, walk, bend, grab, and lift and carry weight