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Sr. Lead Assembly

General Plastics & Composites, LP
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 10/19/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/15/2027

Job Summary:

The Sr. Lead – Assembly, is responsible for driving daily execution of production across Flow and Flex product lines ensuring safety, quality, and on-time delivery targets are consistently achieved. This role leads frontline teams, removes production barriers, and drives accountability for performance, while serving as the key link between operations and leadership.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Production Execution
    • Own daily execution of the production schedule to meet output and delivery targets
    • Coordinate labor, materials, and equipment to maximize throughput and efficiency
    • Troubleshoot production issues and implement immediate corrective actions
    • Support equipment setup, changeovers, and uptime performance
  • Leadership & Team Development
    • Lead, coach, and develop team members to meet performance expectations
    • Hold employees accountable to safety, quality, and productivity standards
    • Support performance management, including evaluations and timecard approvals
    • Reinforce a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement
  • Safety & Quality
    • Ensure adherence to all quality standards, work instructions, and customer requirements
    • Drive immediate resolution of quality issues to minimize scrap and rework
    • Enforce safety standards and actively support HSEQ initiatives
    • Own and reinforce Brief/Debrief & WorkSafe Card engagement
  • Continuous Improvement & Operations
    • Identify and drive process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce waste
    • Analyze production data to identify trends and performance gaps
    • Maintain clear communication with leadership and cross-functional teams

Qualifications & Experience:

  • Education:
  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • Technical certification, vocational training, or associate degree in Manufacturing, Engineering Technology, or related field preferred.
  • Experience:
  • 3–5 years of manufacturing experience.
  • 1–3 years in a leadership or supervisory role preferred.
  • Demonstrated leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Experience supervising teams and coordinating cross-functional activities.
  • Strong background in production scheduling, material handling, and inventory control.
  • Experience operating manufacturing and specialty equipment.
  • Experience analyzing production data and implementing process improvements.
  • Background in quality control and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Ability to step into hands-on production roles when required.
  • Skills:
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills (including over-communication when necessary).
  • Active listening skills.
  • Emotional intelligence and self-awareness.
  • Strong organizational and scheduling skills.
  • Mechanical aptitude and equipment troubleshooting ability.
  • Time management and prioritization skills.
  • Knowledge of safety regulations and compliance standards.
  • Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
  • Personal Attributes:
  • Commitment to self-development and continuous improvement.
  • Emotionally aware and accountable.
  • Understands personal limits and seeks help when appropriate.
  • Willingness to attempt problem-solving independently before escalating.
  • High ethical standards and integrity.
  • Team-oriented with strong relationship-building skills.
  • Comfortable holding others accountable.
  • Clear understanding of role responsibilities and boundaries.
  • Proactive, dependable, and adaptable.
  • Results-driven mindset.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment:

  • The employee is frequently required to stand for an extended period of time.
  • Walk; use hands to handle or feel and reach with hands and arms.
  • The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds with assistance.

QHSE Responsibilities:

At GP&C, we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental responsibility in all aspects of our operations. We believe that the well-being of our employees, the quality of our products/services, and our environmental stewardship are integral to our success. We expect all employees to adhere to our QHSE protocols and actively participate in contributing to our growing QHSE culture as well as taking pride in their work and continuously seek ways to improve processes and deliverables.

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.

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