About this opportunity
Group CBS, Inc. lists this Produciton Lead / Switchgear Lead opportunity in seymour, Connecticut. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
The Switchgear Lead is a hands-on leadership role responsible for keeping switchgear production moving safely, efficiently, and on schedule.
You will lead and support technicians, coordinate daily workloads, monitor quality, and help solve production issues as they come up. This position works closely with production, purchasing, inventory, and other teams to make sure the right materials and resources are available to complete work accurately and on time.
If you have strong electrical or manufacturing experience, enjoy leading people, and know how to keep a busy shop organized, this could be a strong fit.
What you will do
Team leadership
Lead, coach, and support switchgear technicians
Assign daily work and communicate production priorities
Train employees on procedures, safety requirements, and quality expectations
Provide feedback and help employees develop their technical skills
Help resolve workflow, performance, and production issues
Production and scheduling
Coordinate daily production activities to meet customer deadlines
Prioritize jobs based on workload, material availability, and production schedules
Monitor work in progress and adjust assignments as priorities change
Make sure labor, equipment, and materials are being used effectively
Coordinate with purchasing, inventory, logistics, and production planning when materials or components are needed
Quality
Make sure completed work meets drawings, specifications, quality standards, and customer requirements
Inspect work in progress and completed equipment
Identify quality issues early and coordinate corrective action or rework when needed
Help maintain consistent inspection and quality control processes
Look for ways to improve workflow, productivity, quality, and cost
Help implement Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement practices where appropriate
Review production metrics and KPIs to identify trends and opportunities for improvement
Help solve recurring production problems by identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions
Safety
Maintain a safe and organized work environment
Ensure employees follow company safety procedures and applicable regulations
Conduct or participate in safety inspections, hazard assessments, and incident reviews
Encourage employees to identify hazards and actively participate in safety programs
What success looks like
Production stays on schedule and customer commitments are met
Technicians understand their priorities and have the support needed to complete their work
Switchgear is assembled and inspected accurately the first time
Quality issues are identified and corrected early
Materials and equipment are available when needed
The department operates safely, efficiently, and consistently
Production problems are addressed quickly instead of becoming recurring issues
What we are looking for
Experience in switchgear, electrical equipment, fabrication, manufacturing, or a related production environment
Previous lead, supervisory, or team leadership experience
Strong understanding of manufacturing and production processes
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications
Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude
Ability to organize work, set priorities, and manage multiple production demands
Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
Comfortable reviewing production data, metrics, and KPIs
Strong communication and team leadership skills
Working knowledge of production planning, inventory, ERP, or manufacturing systems
Understanding of manufacturing safety requirements and best practices
Experience with Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement practices is a plus
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Management, or a related field is preferred but not required
Physical requirements
Frequent walking and continuous standing
Continuous repetitive hand motion
Occasional reaching or working overhead
Occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling
Ability to lift and handle materials weighing up to 50 pounds
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.
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Worksite address
seymour, CT, 06483, US
Who can apply
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