Production Group Lead - Mechanical

Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq : SANM) is a leading integrated manufacturing solutions provider serving the fastest-growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. Recognized as a technology leader, Sanmina Corporation provides end-to-end manufacturing solutions, delivering superior quality and support to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) primarily in the communications networks, defense and aerospace, industrial and semiconductor systems, medical, multimedia, computing and storage, automotive and clean technology sectors. Sanmina Corporation has facilities strategically located in key regions throughout the world.

Mechanical Group Lead

Job Purpose

With the manager\'s guidance, the Manufacturing Team Lead provides day-to-day guidance and support to a group of Manufacturing Assemblers / Testers / Operators. He / she takes responsibility for the coordination of activities within the assigned area and ensures a smooth flow of production to meet schedules, ensuring effective use of people and equipment. The Manufacturing Team Lead participates in the group\'s work by coordinating and advising others and / or by helping out where needed to ensure the achievement of expected productivity goals.

Nature of Duties

• Works with manager to assess performance. Works with employees to plan and monitor individual performance of unit members.
• Responsible for providing timely and useful feedback to staff members on their performance and development plan.
• Receives guidance in handling sensitive employee situations, such as performance issues, absenteeism, etc.
• Takes accountability for the behavior and performance of the assigned group and / or shift, and provides on-the-job training and mentoring to other team members.
• Identifies material shortages and initiates corrective action in relation to production.
• Ensures all safety and operating procedures are followed at all times.
• Completes regular reporting and data management updates.
• Attends regular production meetings to represent interests and concerns of assigned area.
• Assists in the development and implementation of new procedures.
• Ensures proper record keeping of diagrams and assembly aids.
• Provides standardized group performance reports relating to the yield or quality of production, contributing information and insight into the Key Performance Indicators.
• Takes a leadership role in facilitating operator ownership throughout the facility for various initiatives.
• Provides input into hiring decisions and performance management.
• Monitors and coordinates daily priorities with a view to maximizing resource allocation and product deliveries.
• Supports daily production meetings.
• Assist / oversees completion of shift report and verifies completion and accuracy of shift audit checklist.
• Supports material & documentation primes as required.
• Proactively monitors WIP to achieve FIFO, minimize holds and maintain 100% inventory accuracy.
• Works with operators to ensure a continuous reduction in scrap and rework through proper handling of product and following established documented workmanship methods and best business practices.

Education and Experience Requirements

Experience in building Inverters an asset.

Minimum Skills / Knowledge

Minimum Education

Minimum Physical Requirements

Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer - M / F / Veteran / Disability / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity.

This is an ITAR facility and applicant must be a US Citizen or a lawful permanent resident.

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