Production Lead Assistant Job at Plexus Corp in Neenah

About Plexus

Plexus partners with leading Aerospace/Defense, Healthcare/Life Sciences and Industrial companies to design, manufacture and service products including advanced surgical systems, diagnostic instruments, healthcare imaging equipment, mission critical aerospace systems, and EV charging solutions. Plexus offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional development. Our commitment to pay range transparency fosters an equitable workplace.

For more information, visit Plexus.com.

Salary Range: $36,700.00 - $55,100.00

Purpose Statement

Responsible for supervising and managing activities directly related to the daily production needs of the manufacturing focused factory to assist the Production Lead. The activities of concentration will include, but are not limited to, direction and leadership, daily production, quality, cross training and skill development.

Key Job Accountabilities

• Assign work assignments based on daily department needs, ensure quality products are produced and achieve department metrics.
• Communicate both written and orally the daily schedules, goals, quality issues/concerns to employees, other shifts, and support staff including supervisors and managers to ensure customer expectations are met.
• Ensure individuals are trained to the appropriate assembly build instructions and ensure personnel are compliant with all applicable training requirements. Flex those you oversee to meet customer schedules based on training and skill sets.
• Support and lead improvement initiatives and actively participate to improve the work environment, including safety, cleanliness, product quality and efficiency; generate new solutions to complex problems.

Education/Experience Qualifications

• A minimum of a High School diploma or GED is required.
• Less than one (1) year of related experience is required; one (1) or more years' experience is preferred.

Other Qualifications

• Basic decision making and problem solving skills.
• Basic supervision and team building skills.
• Good communication skills.
• Intermediate computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite or Google Workspace.
• Basic data analysis and presentation skills.
• General office equipment and materials.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit and/or stand for the duration of shift.
• Ability to frequently reach at waist and occasionally above head.
• Ability to carry up to 4.5 Kg (15 Lbs) and lift up to 20.4 KG (45lbs).
• Ability to use fine motor skills and occasional use of hand tools.
• Ability to frequently push, pull, bend, kneel, and/or stoop.
• Ability to meet visual acuity requirements as defined by industry certifications and customer specifications.

Travel Requirements

• N/A

This document does not represent a contract of employment and is not intended to capture every possible assignment the incumbent could be asked to perform.

We are pleased to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities or special requirements. If you need an application accommodation, please contact us by email at GHQ.TA@plexus.com. Please include your contact information and describe how we can help you. This email is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Some offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a drug screen and/or background check.