Lead Assembler
Franklin, Tennessee, United States
Building the people that build the world.
With platforms in HVAC and Detection and Measurement, SPX Technologies builds innovative solutions that enable a safer, more efficient, sustainable world. Through our RiSE talent development framework, we Reach, Identify, Strengthen, and Engage our employees to support them in their continued development. We’re a global company of problem solvers, collaborators, and innovators, and our businesses build solutions that impact the world.
As part of Detection and Measurement, Aids to Navigation, including Flash, Sabik Marine and Sealite, are leading providers of lighting and navigational aids for the marine, obstruction, and airfield end markets. Offering the broadest portfolio of solutions, we help people transverse the world safely by air, land, and sea.
Responsibilities: The Lead Assembler is responsible for daily monitoring, planning, and overseeing specific assembly lines, as well as personally assembling aviation obstruction lighting systems and components.
Duties:
- Oversee the assembly of aviation and/or obstruction lighting equipment in a timely and efficient manner to established production and quality specifications.
- Monitor and maintain accurate inventory records for all parts used in the assembly area.
- Assist with material movement, following proper procedures and safety practices.
- Communicate material refill needs for the grocery area to warehouse personnel and the direct supervisor for escalation.
- Implement standard work procedures for various assemblies within the area of responsibility.
- Inspect parts for defects and make necessary modifications according to engineering specifications.
- Quickly escalate quality issues through the MRB process.
- Train new and temporary employees.
- Ensure accurate data entry procedures are followed within the assembly area.
- Track and report on production volumes within the assembly area.
- Ensure compliance with all safety policies and procedures within the assembly area.
- Represent the assembly team at daily standup meetings.
- Communicate any production issues or process improvements to the Production Supervisor.
- Align, fit, and assemble components into completed units using hand tools, power tools, fixtures, and templates, following written or verbal instructions.
- Work positively and results-oriented under minimal supervision, maintaining an open, ethical, and trustworthy demeanor.
- Collaborate effectively with others to achieve department and company goals.
- Utilize available resources, technology, and tools efficiently to complete work.
- Understand and comply with all company policies, procedures, and legal regulatory requirements.
- Actively participate in operational problem-solving and quality improvement activities.
- Follow all safety procedures and policies, including ESD guidelines.
- Prioritize and perform tasks efficiently
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
- High School Diploma or GED
- 1+ years in an ISO environment
- Good technical background
- Requires minimal supervision
- SAP proficiency
- Exposure to LEAN Manufacturing techniques and methodologies.
Education & Experience:
- HS diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience
- 3+ Years of assembly experience
- Experience leading a team
Work Environment:
Work is performed in a climate-controlled production assembly environment working under normal production conditions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; stand; walk; use hands and fingers to feel and handle; reach with arms and hands; talk and hear; the employee frequently is required to stoop, kneel, crouch; lift weight or exert a force up to a maximum of 50 pounds.
How we live our culture
Our culture is at the center of what we do and, more importantly, who we are. Our core values set a standard for how we manage ourselves, and our Leadership Model sets the standard for how we engage with each other. Whether you are an individual contributor or you lead a large team, each of us leads at SPX.
What benefits do we offer?
We know that the well-being of our employees is integral. Our benefits include:
- Competitive and performance-based compensation packages and bonus plans
- Educational assistance, leadership development programs, and recognition programs
Our commitment to embrace diversity to build a culture of inclusion at SPX
We value different backgrounds, experiences, and voices at SPX, and we are committed to challenging ourselves, openly communicating, and striving to improve every day. We believe in creating an inclusive work environment where everyone has a voice and is encouraged to realise their fullest potential.