Wax Assembler Lead (Swing)

PCC Talent Acquisition Portal•Redmond, OR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a working Lead role where you will both assemble wax patterns and provide exceptional leadership to your team. The role involves championing safety and 6S initiatives, holding the team accountable for policies, prioritizing workflow, and ensuring key parts move for TP plan or LTPO recovery. You will answer questions regarding part processing, verify daily staffing, and report any staffing issues to the Supervisor. Responsibilities include assessing training needs, coordinating training, moving operators to qualified assignments, and stopping work if appropriate in the absence of a supervisor. You will also audit the quality and quantity of work performed by operators and provide input to Supervisors regarding operator performance. The role requires assuming responsibility for routine operations in a Supervisor’s absence and establishing/tracking T-put plans for MS 1 Wax Assembly. Daily tasks include cleaning, trimming, shaping, and preparing wax patterns, assembling precision components, performing visual inspections, handling small parts, and maintaining quality, productivity, and safety standards. Workstations must be kept organized and clean. Collaboration with team members, support for engineering changes, and assisting with training new employees are also key aspects. You will work from drawings, photographs, work instructions, and production documentation, following all safety procedures and using required equipment and PPE. Identifying and reporting safety concerns and opportunities for continuous improvement, supporting production goals, and contributing to on-time delivery are expected. Other manufacturing and production-related duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Ability to follow written instructions, work procedures, and verbal directions
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
Willingness to learn manufacturing processes and safety requirements
Good hand-eye coordination and comfort working with small, intricate parts
Mechanical aptitude and ability to work with hand tools
Patience, focus, and consistency when performing repetitive precision work
Strong organization and time-management skills
Ability to identify very small defects (as small as .010")
Ability to measure accurately within 1/16"
Positive attitude and ability to work effectively in a team environment
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
Minimum 1-2 years of experience as Wax Assembler required
Ability to read work instructions and complete basic documentation
Lift and move up to 35 lbs.
Stand for extended periods throughout the shift
Use hand tools and assembly equipment comfortably
Perform repetitive hand movements and detailed assembly tasks
Work in a manufacturing environment with noise, dust, chemicals, and varying temperatures

Nice To Haves

Leadership experience preferred

Responsibilities

Champion Safety and 6S Initiatives
Hold team accountable for following all policies and procedures
Prioritize workflow and keep key parts moving for TP plan or LTPO recovery
Demonstrate excellent communication skills
Answer questions regarding the processing of parts
Verify daily staffing and report any staffing issues/needs to Supervisor
Assign work to operators
Assess training needs and coordinate training as needed
Move operators to different job assignments that they are qualified to perform
Stop the work of operators, if appropriate (in the absence of a supervisor)
Audit the quality and quantity of work performed by operators
Provide input to Supervisors regarding operator punctuality, tardiness, and other aspects of overall performance
Assume responsibility of routine operations in a Supervisor’s absence
Establish and track T-put plans for MS 1 Wax Assembly
Clean, trim, shape, and prepare wax patterns using handheld tools and specialized materials
Follow detailed work instructions, manufacturing procedures, and production standards
Assemble precision components to create wax pattern assemblies
Perform visual inspections and quality checks to identify defects and ensure product compliance
Accurately handle small parts and components in a production environment
Maintain quality, productivity, and safety standards throughout the manufacturing process
Keep workstations organized, clean, and production-ready
Collaborate with team members to review assemblies and maintain product quality
Support engineering and process changes as new products and improvements are introduced
Assist with training and mentoring new employees as skills develop
Work from drawings, photographs, work instructions, and production documentation
Follow all safety procedures and properly use required equipment and PPE
Identify and report safety concerns and opportunities for continuous improvement
Support production goals and contribute to on-time delivery performance
Perform other manufacturing and production-related duties as assigned