Lead Production Technician-Assembled Solutions
New Hudson, MI
Full Time
Mid Level
General Summary:
We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Lead Production Technician to guide our Assembled Solutions Group, specializing in hose assembly and tube bending operations. This role is responsible for overseeing day-to-day production activities, ensuring safety, quality, productivity, and on-time delivery of custom-assembled components. The ideal candidate will bring a can-do attitude, strong leadership skills, a working knowledge of custom fabrication processes, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Essential Job Functions:
We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Lead Production Technician to guide our Assembled Solutions Group, specializing in hose assembly and tube bending operations. This role is responsible for overseeing day-to-day production activities, ensuring safety, quality, productivity, and on-time delivery of custom-assembled components. The ideal candidate will bring a can-do attitude, strong leadership skills, a working knowledge of custom fabrication processes, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Essential Job Functions:
- Lead and coordinate the activities of production staff in the Assembled Solutions Department.
- Oversee hose assembly operations, including cutting, crimping, testing, and final inspection.
- Direct tube bending operations, ensuring accuracy of bends, fit, and finish per customer specifications.
- Schedule workloads and assign tasks to meet production goals, delivery deadlines, and quality standards.
- Monitor equipment performance and ensure regular maintenance and calibration of hose and tube processing equipment.
- Enforce safety procedures and company policies to maintain a safe and compliant work environment.
- Train, coach, and evaluate team members to promote skill development and high performance.
- Collaborate with Engineering and Quality departments to resolve production issues and implement process improvements.
- Maintain accurate production records, including labor and material usage.
- Support lean manufacturing initiatives, including 5S, waste reduction, and process optimization.
- Ensure all assembled products meet or exceed internal and customer quality requirements.
- Occasional customer visits to support field sales.
- Provide and promote a positive work environment.
- Participate in corporate on-boarding, orientation, and training programs.
- Perform other duties as assigned or requested.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Minimum 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, with previous leadership or team lead responsibilities.
- Demonstrated hands-on experience with hose assembly (e.g., hydraulic, industrial, pneumatic) and tube bending (manual and NC/CNC bending equipment).
- Strong understanding of blueprint reading, measuring tools, and mechanical drawings.
- Knowledge of quality systems, safety regulations, and ISO standards.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and production tracking software (ERP/MRP systems preferred)
- High mechanical aptitude with general understanding of tools and machinery.
- Ability to work independently and multi-task efficiently.
- Excellent customer service attributes.
- Ability to work flexible work schedule depending on demands in the department.
- Organizational skills required to prioritize, plan and coordinate work activities and resources in area of responsibility.
- Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively communicate with associates, customers, business partners and management team.
- Normal manufacturing environment with regular (up to 100% of work time) exposure to noise, dust, oil, hazardous materials and extreme temperatures. Use of safety equipment and adherence to approved safety procedures is required to minimize potential for harm.
- Physical dexterity needed to bend, stretch, lift and reach.
- Ability to sit or stand for extensive periods throughout the day.
- Ability to use a keyboard and computer.
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