Senior SMT/Board Assembly Team Lead

Thales Defense & Security, Inc. • CLARKSBURG, MD

54d • $26 - $34 • Onsite

About The Position

Thales Defense & Security, Inc. (TDSI) is seeking an experienced Senior SMT Team Lead for their Manufacturing Operations team in Clarksburg, MD. This role reports to the Manufacturing Manager of SMT and Board Assembly and is responsible for all product lines' Circuit Card Assemblies (CCAs). The position involves circuit card touch-up, hand soldering of through-hole components, rework, and all process development and improvement activities. The company has a 60+ year history serving domestic and international defense domains and emphasizes that 'Lives depend on what we do!'

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
• Must have 6 years manufacturing electro/mechanical experience with at least 2+ years Team Lead/Management Experience.
• Computer Skills with proficiency in Excel, Word, Outlook, Workforce, Microsoft teams, SAP, and Factory logix.
• Experience with electronics and have a working knowledge of surface mount technology.
• Solid customer focus and management of key stakeholders.
• Understanding of ERP Systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills - fluent in English.

Nice To Haves

• 2 Year Degree in Electronic Technology or another related field Preferred.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing Concepts such as Kanban, Kaizen, Root Cause Analysis, etc. preferred.
• Knowledge of Engineering Data such as specification control drawing & source control drawing.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day activities on one or more production lines.
• Ensure that teams are performing to work instructions and correctly logging into the correct WO.
• Accountable for quality, quantity and inspection of all work performed on assigned lines.
• Monitor operational efficiencies, yields, and other data reports to guide labor efforts to meet or exceed standards.
• Perform technical responsibilities on assigned line with a high degree of proficiency.
• Assign work, train and mentor team on best practices of technical application.
• Demonstrate support for company values and vision and embrace TDSI Core Values.
• Maintain a high ethical standard of practice, including compliance with all company procedures.
• Verify "perform work" operations of each work order ensuring completion through BA Operations in SAP Work Center.
• Read schematics, wiring diagrams, and build assembly drawings along with MWI’s.
• Handle small precision tools, hardware, soldering equipment, etc.
• Follow all manufacturing guidelines and procedures along with ESD criteria.
• Will need to be able to obtain and hold IPC-A-610 and J-STD certification.
• Maintain a neat appearance in their work area and follow FOD and 5S compliance.
• Shall be accountable for quality, quantity, and inspection of all work performed.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's operating policies and applicable laws.
• Responsibilities can include interviewing, hiring, training and developing employees; providing input on effective staffing plans - assigning and directing work; performance appraisals, rewarding and management of employee discipline when required; and addressing complaints and resolving conflicts.
• Active mentoring and development of staff is a critical element of the supervisory responsibilities to create a highly performing cohesive team.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Yearly Incentive Compensation Program
• Medical insurance for self and eligible family members
• Generous 401(k) program - up to 7% company contribution and 100% immediate vesting
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid wellness, vacation, and holiday leave
• Paid maternity, paternity, and parental leave
• 9/80 Work Schedule (every other Friday off)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree