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This position will be onsite at our warehouse in Allen, Texas (Dallas-Fort Worth area).

Full-time W-2 ONSITE opportunity (not remote)!

• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring employer-sponsored visa sponsorship now or in the future.
• Candidates must have permanent work authorization in the United States. Sol-Ark does not provide visa sponsorship, including but not limited to F-1 CPT, F-1 OPT (including STEM OPT), H-1B, or any other employment-based visa requiring future sponsorship.

The Assembly Team Lead is responsible for supporting daily production operations by coordinating workflow, maintaining safety and quality standards, and providing hands-on leadership to the assembly team. This role works alongside team members on all assembly stations, assists with training and problem-solving, and serves as a key point of contact between operators, supervisors, quality personnel, engineering, and material handlers.

Working Conditions

• Full-time, on-site role within a manufacturing plant.
• Overtime and occasional weekend work may be required based on production needs.
• This position is performed in a manufacturing and assembly environment
• Require standing, walking, repetitive movements, lifting, and operating or working near production equipment.
• Required personal protective equipment must be worn in accordance with company policies and applicable safety requirements.

• Production Leadership:
  • Lead by example by performing all aspects of the assembly process and maintaining qualification to work at any assembly station.
  • Monitor production workflow and adjust staffing and resources as needed to meet production schedules.
    • Anticipate material requirements and coordinate line adjustments to balance workflow and address bottlenecks.
  • Support supervisor start-of-shift huddles by communicating safety, quality, and production priorities.
  • Assist with absentee coverage planning to maintain production continuity.

• Quality & Safety:
  • Complete and follow the Start-of-Shift checklist to verify that tools are calibrated, materials and inventory are available, and processes are properly set up.
  • Promote and enforce company safety policies, procedures, and safe work practices.
  • Verify that team members are wearing required personal protective equipment and following all applicable safety protocols.
  • Support compliance with manufacturing process instructions and quality requirements.

• Team Coordination and Development:
  • Train new and cross-trained team members on manufacturing process instructions, equipment, tools, quality standards, and job expectations.
  • Provide day-to-day coaching, informal feedback, and performance observations to team members.
  • Communicate employee performance, attendance, and development concerns to the Supervisor.
  • Serve as a resource for operator questions and provide guidance on processes, procedures, and expectations.
  • Support a positive, collaborative, and accountable team environment.

• Problem-Solving & Communication:
  • Act as the first point of contact for operator questions, concerns, and routine production issues.
  • Communicate changes in priorities, processes, and production requirements effectively to the assembly team.
  • Participate in root-cause analysis and support the implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
  • Promptly escalate production, quality, safety, or equipment concerns to the Supervisor, Quality Team, and/or Engineering.

• Documentation & Reporting:
  • Report safety incidents, quality concerns, equipment issues, and production interruptions according to established procedures.
  • Complete shift production reports, downtime logs, and other required manufacturing documentation accurately and on time.

• High school diploma or GED required; technical training or certifications a plus.
• Previous experience in manufacturing, assembly, or a related production environment.
• Demonstrated ability to perform all assembly processes and work effectively at multiple stations.
• Strong knowledge of safety requirements, quality standards, and manufacturing procedures.
• Ability to read and follow manufacturing process instructions and work documentation.
• Effective communication, leadership, coaching, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, respond to changing production needs, and work collaboratively with others.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety, quality, and productivity.
• Ability to complete required documentation accurately and maintain confidentiality when appropriate.
• Proficient in basic computer or tablet-based production tracking systems.

• Ability to stand, walk, and perform repetitive tasks for up to 10 hours.
• Must be able to lift to 35 lbs. and handle tools or fixtures regularly.
• Work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with moderate noise levels.

We offer a competitive salary and performance-based bonus program, medical, dental, vision, accidental, FSA, HSA, Paid Time Off (PTO), and 401(k). ­­

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