Manufacturing Lead - B Shift (Sun-Tues 5P-5:15A)

nLIGHT•Vancouver, WA

4d•$24 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

The Manufacturing Lead is responsible for ensuring production assembly cell is actively engaged to meet daily customer demand and production schedule. This position provides effective training to the assembly cell and ensures safety and quality standards are maintained at all times. May provide up to 50% direct labor contribution to assemble products using a variety of hand tools, fixtures, mechanical work instructions and test equipment to perform a series of operations to correctly assemble/test complex laser devices and/or systems. We’re looking for someone who thrives on challenge, enjoys working with others, and continually looks for opportunities to learn and grow.

Requirements

Demonstrated proficiency of one or more cells processes, equipment, and tools and the impact they have on the product.
Proficient at Lean and process Improvement.
Ability to leverage conceptual knowledge to lead assigned team.
Ability to create Training courses.
Effective at identifying and implementing root cause corrective action.
Good Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) skills. Proficient in ERP and MOM transactions.
Ability to perform assigned duties with attention to detail, follow-through, and without supervision.
Proven ability to work with a diverse team and across various functional groups.
Strong organizational skills.
Basic math skills.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to train and motivate team members.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of employees.

Responsibilities

Works with supervisor and other team leads to manage and prioritize staffing assignments in accordance with customer demand and ensure production schedules are met.
Assigns tasks, provides support, and follows up with team members throughout the shift.
Launches shift in accordance with effective resourcing and productivity requirements; participates in and/or leads cross shift turnover meetings to ensure smooth transition.
Provides written mid-shift status to plan and end of shift performance updates to supervisor, including issues and action plans for recovery of current activities/unit throughput, safety/quality/equipment issues, and problem lots with specific information and appropriate supporting documentation
Fosters a positive, inclusive work environment for all employees
Is sensitive to, and proactively supports an environment free from harassment and discrimination.
Acts with integrity and honesty while promoting the nLight culture
Informs supervisor of time management, performance, and workmanship issues
Coordinates and provides training to ensure understanding of procedures and quality requirements.
Ensures clean, safe, and organized work areas.
Reports and assists in the investigation of safety incidents which occur on shift, participates in site safety committee.
Uses basic problem solving skills to ensure stable operation of the work cell and promptly reports problems or concerns with quality, processes, equipment, materials and labor to supervisor.
Submits equipment failure work request support tickets, as necessary.
Notifies appropriate party/parties when process is out of control and participates in root cause analysis.
Participates in process or router changes, as necessary.
Works collaboratively with support staff resolve issues.
Observes, maintains, coordinates, and completes standard work programs.
Updates production metrics and helps facilitate regular team communications.
Identifies and supports continuous improvement efforts with supervisor.
Sustains and facilitates Lean manufacturing and 5S activities; suggests cost-savings.
Participates as a member of the production team and assembles products as needed.
Follows documented policies and procedures as designated by the Quality System.

Benefits

Shift differentials are paid at the rate of 10% for hours worked between 5:30PM and 12:00AM and at 15% for hours worked between 12:00AM and 5:30AM
Target Cash Bonus with potential payout of up to 2% of your wages
80 hours of paid Vacation per year, plus paid Sick Leave and 10 paid Holidays
Vacation increases 8 hours annually, up to a maximum of 120 hours per year
Eligible for health benefits on the 1st day of the month after your start date
Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits, including prescription and orthodontia with employee-paid premiums as low as $40.00 per pay period
Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, and Life & AD&D Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Aflac Supplemental Insurance
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
Jury Duty and Bereavement Leave Pay
Tuition Assistance
Pet Insurance