General Lead (Second Shift)

Latitude Corp.

We are looking for a General Lead to join our 100% EMPLOYEE-OWNED team.

Shift: Monday – Friday (3:30pm – 12:00am)

Latitude Corp. offers challenging and rewarding career opportunities in precision metal manufacturing where we make the impossible possible. We embrace problem solvers, creativity and innovation. With clean, climate-controlled facilities, we offer comfortable working environments. Our customers span a variety of industries, including US military and defense. We are proud of the work we do and we believe that our employees are the key to our success. That’s why we’re committed to providing our team with the support, resources, and opportunities they need to succeed.

Minimum Job Requirements

• Physical - capable of lifting 40 lbs. safely or with assistance. Capability of standing and bending over for long periods of time while performing manual labor with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Working Hours – full-time
• Willing to work overtime as requested.
• Personal Traits - Excellent communication skills with positive teamwork and safety attitude.
• Conscientious attention to detail and accuracy while able to multi-task and trouble shoot.
• Ability to assess operational requirements and to plan and organize work flow patterns and schedules.
• Display good leadership qualities. Be a role model for the department and set the standard of safety, quality, and productivity, for employees of different levels to follow.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Responsible for assisting the Production Supervisor with fabrication, coatings, and welding processes. Authority to requisition department supplies. Production parts and products in accordance with the established safety, quality, and cost standards of the company. Assist in supervising and monitoring of department employees; including training, work allocation, and problem resolution. Authority to drive company forklift if trained. Responsible for producing quality workmanship, which meets or exceeds requirements.

• Ensure all dept. employees work safely and all hazardous conditions are eliminated. Follow safety procedures.
• Ensure the highest quality standards are met with all work done in the department.
• Ensure output meets required deadlines while executing above.
• Ensure ISO and AS quality system and safety procedures are followed within department.
• Ensure cross departmental communication is accurate and effective.
• Assist in supervising and monitoring of department employees; including training, work allocation and problem resolution.
• Implement and maintain inventory control systems and procedures; oversee shipping and receiving of shop supplies and materials.
• Ensure all applicable operating policies and procedures are adhered to.
• Accurately maintain MES system as instructed.
• Administer CPR or First Aid as required when trained.
• Lead department in absence of the Supervisor or Foreman.
• Maintain neat and clean and safe work environment.
• Arrive to work in a punctual manner and be willing to work overtime when needed.
• Assist in monthly inventory process.
• Other ad hoc duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Broad knowledge to perform routine and preventative maintenance and upkeep of equipment and instruments used.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to read, understand and explain job travelers
• Possess basic math skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to operate a forklift

Education and Experience

• Manufacturing experience preferred
• 3-5 years' experience preferred.

Why Should You Choose Latitude Corp?

• We are a rapidly growing employee-owned manufacturing company
• Growth Opportunities
• Training Available
• Weekly Pay
• Clean and Climate Controlled Work Environment
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability
• Work on products that support the US Military and National Defense
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• 401K Plan with 4% Company Match

Latitude Corp is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Applicants can learn more about their rights by viewing the federal "EEO is the Law" poster and its supplement at http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm.