Assembly Line Lead

The Assembly Line Lead supports the Assembly Line Supervisor in managing day-to-day operations on the production floor. This role serves as a working lead hand overseeing workflow, guiding team members, and ensuring productivity, quality, and safety standards are consistently met. The Lead also acts as a backup supervisor during absences or peak production periods, providing continuity of leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

- Assist the Supervisor in coordinating daily production schedules and ensuring workstations are set up efficiently.

- Monitor production flow and promptly address minor issues to keep lines running smoothly.

- Act as the first point of contact for assemblers with questions, concerns, or task clarification.

- Provide on-the-job training, coaching, and guidance to employees to build skill and efficiency.

- Step into the Supervisor’s role during absences (e.g., breaks, vacations, meetings) to ensure leadership coverage.

- Support with basic administrative tasks such as attendance tracking, reporting, and shift handover notes.

- Inspect output to verify quality standards are met before moving products downstream.

- Reinforce safety protocols and escalate safety concerns to the Supervisor or Safety Coordinator.

- Report performance or operational issues back to the Supervisor for follow-up.

- Add Ensure proper use, care, and reporting of tools, equipment, and materials.

- Assist in continuous improvement initiatives, including reducing downtime and waste.

- Maintain accurate production and quality records as required.

- Help with workforce allocation, including reassigning staff to priority tasks during bottlenecks.

- Support in onboarding new hires to ensure smooth integration into the team.

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Qualifications and skills:

- Minimum 2–3 years of experience in an assembly or production environment.

- Previous experience as a lead hand, team lead, or acting supervisor is an asset.

- Strong knowledge of assembly processes, equipment, and safety standards.

- Ability to motivate and mentor team members while maintaining a positive work environment.

- Good communication skills (verbal and written).

- Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and efficiency.

- Able to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

- Basic computer skills for reporting and documentation.

- Problem-solving skills with the ability to make quick decisions under pressure.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00-$30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

- Dental care

- Extended health care

- On-site parking

- Vision care

Work Location: In person