Production Lead

ABOUT US Amphenol Network Solutions, headquartered in Liberty Lake, WA is a division of Amphenol Corporation, based in Wallingford, CT.  Amphenol is one of the largest manufacturers of interconnect products in the world with a global vision to connect people with technology. Amphenol Network Solutions have been leading the industry with a high-quality, seamless product portfolio of fiber distribution, cable management, power, racks, passives, and enclosures. Our markets include IT Datacom, Mobile Devices, Mobile Networks, and Broadband. Additionally, Amphenol Corporation serves Industrial, Automotive, Commercial Aerospace, and Military markets. Our goal is simple - develop leading technologies that enhance the performance of our customers’ products, systems, and networks.   Recently we were recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in the Inland Northwest! Coming to work every day is a choice and when you like the people you work with and the environment you work in, it's an easy choice. If you are looking to work with a group of people you would describe as innovative, hard-working, passionate, honest, and fun-loving you have found it!   POSITION SUMMARY The Production Lead provides day-to-day leadership and coordination for assigned light assembly work areas, with primary accountability for quality execution, operator training, material readiness, and production support. The Production Lead ensures operators have the training, materials, documentation, and support needed to complete work accurately, safely, and on schedule.   The position serves as a key resource between operators and the department supervisor by reinforcing standard work, verifying quality requirements, supporting new employee onboarding, tracking operator time and workflow status, and helping resolve barriers that may impact production output.   ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The statements in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by incumbents. The list is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required by all incumbents. Incumbents may perform other duties as assigned.   Leads assigned work areas by coordinating daily priorities, workflow, materials, documentation, and operator support under the direction of the department supervisor. Manages daily schedule and assigns employees to jobs or workstations to maximize efficiency and meet the schedule. Communicates daily expectations, changes in priority, production status, and material needs to operators, supervisors, and supporting departments as appropriate. Reviews work orders, drawings, and production documentation to ensure operators understand the build process and quality expectations. Works with Manufacturing Engineering to answer process questions and clarifying work instructions.  Trains new employees and cross-trains existing employees on assembly processes, quality requirements, safety expectations, production documentation, etc. Verifies training effectiveness and notifies the supervisor when additional support or retraining may be needed. Provides coaching and constructive feedback to reinforce safe work practices, quality standards, productivity expectations, and professional communication within the work area. Performs and documents in-process checks, first-piece inspections, and other quality verification activities.  Escalates quality issues promptly to the supervisor, Quality, and/ or Engineering. Tracks operator time and job status accurately using ERP system Maintains accurate training, quality, production, and administrative records in accordance with department requirements. Monitors material availability and coordinates with inventory, warehouse, purchasing, and planning to obtain materials and tools to keep work moving. Works with Manufacturing Engineering to identify and implement process improvements Maintains a clean, well-organized and safe work area incorporating 5S manufacturing techniques. May operate a forklift, pallet jack, hand truck, or other material handling equipment as needed.Regular and predictable attendance is required.   EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE Previous experience in a manufacturing or operations environment required.  Training in lean manufacturing, quality systems, leadership, or related topics preferred. Prior lead, trainer, or informal leadership experience in a manufacturing environment strongly preferred. Ability to read and interpret work orders, drawings, bills of material, production documentation, quality requirements, and written procedures required. Experience tracking production activity, labor time, job status, or material needs preferred. High school diploma or equivalent preferred.   LANGUAGE AND PEOPLE SKILLS  Ability to understand and follow both verbal and written directions. Basic English speaking/writing and reading skills required. Works effectively as part of a team, as well as independently Displays cross-cultural sensitivity while working in a diverse employee population.   COMPUTER SKILLS Experience using computers, email, and internet required Experience working with an ERP system strongly preferred Experience with Microsoft Excel is preferred   PHYSICAL & MENTAL DEMANDS While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit or stand, and use hands to manipulate small components. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms, occasionally above the shoulders or below the knees. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and some assembler positions may be required to lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.   WORK ENVIRONMENT An employee in this position works in an open manufacturing environment. The employee may be required to work on or around equipment that produces radiant heat. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, industrial chemicals and vibration. The employee may be required to perform tasks using a fume extraction hood. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, though the employee may occasionally be subject to higher noise levels.   COMPENSATION Pay Range: $21.50 - $22.50   Status: Non-Exempt     Employee Benefits: Our employee benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA accounts, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, STD, LTD, Life, AD&D, Retirement with match, Flexible Schedules, Holiday Pay, Vacation Pay, and Sick Pay. Check out our Careers Page for more information regarding our benefits.   QUALITY STATEMENT Amphenol Network Solutions is committed to delivering an extraordinary customer experience that meets or exceeds our customer’s requirements and satisfaction as we continually improve the effectiveness of our Quality Management System.     ANS is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicants because of his or her race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, military status, marital status, genetic information or any other reason prohibited by law. Additionally, it is and shall continue to be our policy to provide promotion and advancement opportunities in a non-discriminatory fashion.ANS complies with applicable local, state, and federal statutes governing “equal employment opportunity” and nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, and transfers.