What are the responsibilities and job description for the Systems Assembly Foreman position at Leybold USA Inc.?
Important: This is a hands-on production role. The System Assembly Foreman works on the shop floor building and testing systems daily while providing technical leadership and support to the assembly team. This is not an office-based management position.
Key Responsibilities Hands-On Assembly (Primary Responsibility)- Assemble standard and custom vacuum systems from engineering drawings, schematics, and work instructions.
- Perform mechanical assembly, bolting, drilling, tubing, wiring, and component installation.
- Conduct system testing, troubleshooting, and quality verification.
- Utilize hand tools, power tools, measuring instruments, and electrical test equipment.
- Prepare completed systems for shipment.
- Maintain high standards of workmanship, safety, and product quality.
- Serve as the shop-floor technical leader for assembly activities.
- Support and mentor assembly technicians through training and knowledge sharing.
- Assist the Systems Assembly Supervisor with daily workflow coordination and job prioritization.
- Help identify production issues and recommend solutions to improve efficiency and quality.
- Provide leadership coverage when the Systems Assembly Supervisor is unavailable.
- Promote a culture of teamwork, accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.
- 7 years of industrial mechanical, electro-mechanical, or systems assembly experience.
- Strong ability to read assembly drawings, blueprints, and electrical schematics.
- Experience performing hands-on mechanical and electrical assembly work.
- Demonstrated ability to coach, mentor, or lead other technicians.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
- Experience using precision measuring devices and electrical testing equipment.
- Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
- Technical degree or equivalent vocational training.
- Experience in Lean Manufacturing, 6S, or continuous improvement environments.
- Previous experience serving as a Lead Technician, Senior Assembler, or Working Lead.
- Willingness to travel occasionally (up to 10%).
- Approximately 90% hands-on assembly work.
- Direct involvement in building custom engineered systems.
- Leadership through technical expertise rather than personnel management.
- Opportunity to mentor and develop less experienced assemblers.
- Works directly on the shop floor with the team every day.
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On-Site
This role requires you to work on-site at our office in Export, PA, United States.You will be part of a dynamic team and enjoy the benefits of face-to-face collaboration.
Leybold USA Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment related decisions because of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual preference, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other protected class.