Manufacturing Assurance Specialist

Lincoln Electric•Plymouth Charter Township, MI

19d•$50,305 - $71,864•Onsite

About The Position

Support daily production operations by ensuring manufacturing processes are executed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with established quality standards. Serve as the primary production-floor resource for troubleshooting, training, process compliance, workmanship verification, and continuous improvement activities. Partner closely with Production, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to remove constraints, improve operational performance, and maintain schedule attainment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
At least 3 years of experience in manufacturing, production operations, quality, assembly, or a related industrial environment.
Demonstrated experience troubleshooting manufacturing processes and supporting production teams.
Working knowledge of manufacturing drawings, work instructions, quality requirements, and production processes.
Experience conducting inspections, audits, problem-solving activities, and corrective action implementation.
Strong communication, leadership, coaching, and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and manufacturing ERP systems.
Ability to work effectively across Production, Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain, and Quality functions.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in Manufacturing Technology, Industrial Technology, Engineering Technology, or a related field.
Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma training.
Experience in electrical panel assembly, controls manufacturing, automation systems, or industrial equipment manufacturing.
Experience with training, workforce development, and skills certification programs.
Working knowledge of ISO quality systems and continuous improvement methodologies.
Experience serving as a lead technician, team leader, or manufacturing support resource.

Responsibilities

Support daily production activities to ensure safe, efficient, and on-schedule execution of manufacturing plans.
Assist Production leadership in maintaining workflow, resolving production disruptions, and removing operational constraints.
Troubleshoot product, process, material, and labor issues that impact safety, quality, delivery, or productivity.
Perform workmanship audits, process audits, and first-article inspections to ensure adherence to established standards and work instructions.
Monitor quality trends, rework, scrap, and warranty-related issues and assist in implementing corrective actions.
Lead and support root cause investigations related to quality, production interruptions, and operational performance concerns.
Assist with onboarding, training, cross-training, qualification, and skills certification of production personnel.
Provide coaching and technical support to production employees to ensure compliance with standard work and workmanship requirements.
Support implementation of engineering changes, updated work instructions, and process improvements on the production floor.
Partner with Manufacturing Engineering to identify opportunities for improved productivity, quality, ergonomics, and process efficiency.
Monitor material flow and escalate shortages or issues that may impact production schedules.
Maintain visual management systems, support 5S activities, and promote adherence to Lean manufacturing principles.
Assist in coordinating containment actions for quality concerns and support customer, internal, and ISO audits as required.
Provide support and leadership coverage for Lead Build Technicians and other production functions as needed.
Support EHS, housekeeping, and compliance initiatives to maintain a safe and organized work environment.
Assist the Production Manager with workforce deployment, labor balancing, and resource optimization activities.
Perform other duties as assigned to support operational objectives.