LV Switchgear Department Lead (2nd Shift)

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Job summary:

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a/an LV Switchgear Department Lead in USA Fontana, Ca.

Report to the Production Manager, the LV Switchgear Department Lead is responsible for leading a team of employees in completing assigned manufacturing projects.

What a typical day looks like:

• Oversee the work of assigned team employees
• Addresses minor discipline problems with team members; refers more serious cases to the supervisor
• Assists with the planning and preparation of training and orientation for new team members in partnership with the training specialist and team trainer
• Collaborate with team members to discuss upcoming work assignments; delegates assignments based on team members skills and experience
• Assists team members with technical issues or advanced problems with given assignments
• Inspects work performed by team members
• Tracks and logs workers time, materials, and other resources used for inventory purposes.
• Partner with supervisor or production manager to resolve any issues that arise within department.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area
• Complete assemblies and sub-assemblies for manufacturing projects as needed
• Perform all other duties as assigned
  
  

The experience we’re looking to add to our team:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• At least 4 years of experience in manufacturing, fabrication, or related field
• Prior experience in effectively leading a team of employees Knowledge of manufacturing, equipment maintenance, and safety management
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to perform work accurately
• Knowledge of manufacturing, equipment maintenance, and safety management
• Reading comprehension skills with the ability to interpret and follow written directions, blueprints, and engineering diagrams
• Basic math skills to meet technical specifications and measurements
• Basic understanding of tools (ex. Tape measure, impact drill, etc.)
  
  

What the physical requirements are:

• Prolonged periods of standing, bending, kneeling, and performing repetitive tasks.
• Must be able to lift, push, pull up to 35 pounds at a time.
• Must wear PPE, such as gloves, safety glasses, hard hat, and ear protection, while working on the production floor
  
  

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