Production Assembly Trainer

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Senior Production Assembler / Trainer to join our manufacturing team. This role combines hands-on production assembly expertise with leadership responsibilities focused on training, mentoring, and developing assembly personnel. The ideal candidate will possess extensive assembly experience, strong technical aptitude, and a passion for helping others succeed while maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and productivity.

Key Responsibilities

Production Assembly

• Perform complex mechanical and/or electrical assembly operations according to engineering drawings, work instructions, and quality standards.
• Assemble products, subassemblies, and components with a high degree of accuracy and efficiency.
• Conduct inspections and testing to ensure products meet specifications and quality requirements.
• Troubleshoot assembly issues and identify root causes of defects or production delays.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment following company and OSHA guidelines.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to increase productivity, quality, and efficiency.

Training & Development

• Train new hires and existing employees on assembly procedures, safety practices, quality requirements, and production processes.
• Develop and update training materials, work instructions, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Evaluate employee performance during training periods and provide constructive feedback.
• Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) for assembly processes and best practices.
• Mentor team members to improve technical skills, productivity, and quality performance.
• Assist supervisors in identifying skill gaps and recommending development plans.

Leadership Support

• Act as a lead resource on the production floor, providing guidance and technical support to assembly personnel.
• Promote a culture of teamwork, accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Assist with onboarding and cross-training initiatives to ensure workforce flexibility.
• Support production scheduling and workflow management as needed.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2-5 years of manufacturing or production assembly experience.
• 2-5 years of experience training, mentoring, or leading production personnel.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, work instructions, and technical drawings.
• Strong understanding of quality control principles and manufacturing processes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, measuring instruments, and assembly equipment.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform repetitive motions throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds as needed.
• Manual dexterity and visual acuity required for precision assembly work.

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person