Lead, Unit Team I (Inspection)

Barnes•East Granby, CT

7d•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves leading inspection tasks within a manufacturing environment, with a focus on aerospace manufacturing. The Lead will be responsible for planning, prioritizing, and managing the work area's operations, ensuring efficient workflow and timely production. They will also provide support to the supervisor, handle day-to-day operations, act as a point of contact for troubleshooting and employee concerns, and promote safety compliance. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent.

Requirements

3+ years in a manufacturing environment
Technical expertise/experience aerospace manufacturing – inspection disciplines
Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills across departments
Ability to remain flexible and adapt to changing priorities
Must be a self-starter who is able to exercise sound judgment and take initiative
Good attitude and a willingness to learn a new trade or skill

Responsibilities

Plan, anticipate issues, and identify and manage priorities for the work area, with an understanding of the overall goals of the area and the company as a whole.
Assist with scheduling and monitoring work tasks to maintain and improve production efficiency of each job and operation and ensure timely workflow.
Provide supervisor coverage and support when needed, including attending meetings for supervision/business unit and supervising staff in supervisor absence.
Handle day to day operations and act as point of contact for troubleshooting and employee concerns.
Identify and report any machine maintenance repairs.
Address minor interpersonal conflicts.
Escalate and report issues to supervisor as needed.
Train employees on work processes.
Coach or mentor others as needed.
Promote and support safety compliance.
Proactively address potential safety concerns and report any unsafe issues to management.