Assembly Lead

As an Assembly Lead at Mach, your primary responsibilities include leading and managing a team of production technicians, ensuring the safety and quality throughout the assembly processes. You'll develop daily production plans, coordinate cross-functional collaboration, oversee line trials, and monitor team performance to foster skill development and maintain high work standards.

To qualify for the Assembly Lead role at Mach, you’ll need a minimum of 5 years of experience in a production or assembly environment, with at least 2 years in a supervisory position. Strong knowledge of both electrical and mechanical assembly processes, as well as excellent communication and organizational skills, are essential.

Mach actively promotes continuous improvement by encouraging Assembly Leads to identify and implement process efficiencies, adopt new assembly techniques, and pilot Kaizen events. This approach aims to enhance productivity while maintaining the highest quality and safety standards in manufacturing.

At Mach, an Assembly Lead can expect a collaborative and inclusive team environment. We emphasize teamwork through cross-functional cooperation, where communication and problem-solving are vital components of our culture. Your leadership will be instrumental in maintaining this positive environment.

Absolutely! Mach is committed to the professional growth of its employees. As an Assembly Lead, you will have access to training programs, mentorship, and opportunities for skill development in various aspects of defense manufacturing to help you advance your career.

In managing a production team in a fast-paced environment, I emphasize clear communication and set achievable goals. I prioritize tasks based on project urgency and encourage open dialogue among team members to address obstacles quickly.

My experience with quality control involves implementing rigorous testing and inspection protocols during assembly. I work closely with team members to ensure compliance with standards, perform audits, and facilitate training on best practices to maintain high-product quality.

To motivate my team, I focus on fostering a positive work culture and recognizing individual contributions. I set clear expectations and provide regular feedback, encouraging continuous skill development and celebrating successes to keep morale high.

I approach conflicts by first listening to each party's perspective and fostering an open discussion focused on resolution. I encourage collaboration to identify solutions that satisfy all involved and maintain team cohesion.

I have extensive knowledge of lean manufacturing principles which I apply to minimize waste and maximize efficiency. This methodology is integral in guiding my decision-making and team strategies to streamline processes effectively.

Ensuring safety compliance involves regular training sessions on protocols, conducting safety audits, and promoting a culture of safety awareness. I lead by example and encourage team input on safety improvements to maintain a hazard-free environment.

I have hands-on experience with MES, leveraging it for real-time tracking and analysis of production workflows. This tool allows me to make data-driven decisions to enhance production efficiency and ensure timely completion of project milestones.

I approach continuous process improvement by regularly analyzing production metrics and soliciting feedback from my team. I lead Kaizen events to brainstorm ideas and pilot changes that can significantly enhance efficiency and quality.

I utilize mentorship programs, on-the-job training, and structured learning paths for team development. By identifying individual strengths and areas for growth, I tailor training sessions that empower team members to excel in their roles.

A successful project I led involved implementing a new assembly line for a critical component. By coordinating with engineering and quality teams to refine our processes, we increased production efficiency by 30% while maintaining strict adherence to quality standards.