About Singer
We are passionate about creating some of the most awesome automobiles in the world. Founded in California in 2009, Singer Vehicle Design is a luxury brand with a global clientele and operations in the US, the UK, and Switzerland. Our mission is described simply as: "A Relentless Pursuit of Excellence.” The company has become renowned for its collaboration with owners of the air-cooled Porsche 911 in pursuit of bespoke restorations.
Production Lead, Assembly
Position Summary
Under direct supervision of the lead, the Production Lead, Assembly leads a team of Assembly Technicians to meet company deadlines and standards for the installation of parts and components into Singer vehicles in a manner demonstrates, “Everything is Important.”
Essential Functions
- Leads a team of Assembly Technicians to ensure production demands meet the specified production schedule
- Creates daily work plans with Production Supervisor for each team member
- Monitors growth and development in all skillsets for new/lower grade technicians
- Provides feedback to Production Supervisor on performance and growth of each team member
- May provide technical leadership, lead teams on assignments, check quality and quality of work, troubleshoot assembly problems, and recommend solutions
- Trains new/lower grade technicians on processes and procedures
- Works with Lead and Production Supervisor to ensure production demands meets the specified production schedule
- Ensures workflow is tracked and on time through daily meetings
- Diagnoses build issues
- Works daily tasks lists set out by Lead and Production Supervisor
- Reports daily vehicle build status to Lead and Production Supervisor
- Performs operational procedures according to required engineering specifications
- Reports any issues, delays, and all non-conformances in production line to Lead/Production Supervisor and ensure correction in a timely manner
- Completes assembly of Singer vehicles from bumper to bumper, drivetrain to interior
- Assembles components necessary for installation on vehicles
- Fits and finishes components onto vehicles
- Reports any material shortages and/or part defects to Lead and Production Supervisor
- Works in a cross-functional team environment as a strong team player and demonstrates the ability to work with other functional groups to achieve company-wide goals
- Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly work environment
- Assists other team members as necessary
- Assists in special projects as required
- Performs other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
Minimum six (6) years of related work experience in an automotive, restoration, manufacturing, and/or assembly environment
Preferred Qualifications
- Three (3) to five (5) years technical training in the automotive/motorcycle industry
- Familiarity with Porsche vehicles (early models)
- Prior experience in aerospace or automotive manufacturing
- Prior experience in rapid growth environment
Skills/Abilities and Attributes
- Possesses good leadership skills and the ability to train others
- Possesses strong problem-solving skills and takes initiative to bring problems to a resolution
- Competency in working with basic hand tools, cutting tools, air tools, and electric grinders
- Perfectionist mindset with a very high attention to detail; mechanically inclined and a passion for cars
- Ability to work safely around vehicles
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with frequent changes
- Ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment
- Effective written and verbal communications skills; ability to express ideas clearly and actively listen to others
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize effectively and efficiently
- Excellent time management with an ability to balance multiple projects and timelines and to meet deadlines
- Team oriented, with a strong ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment to multiple deadlines
- Positive attitude and strong work ethic?
Physical Demands/Work Environment
- Must be able to comprehend work instructions
- Must be able to work and stand on concrete for extended periods
- Must be able to work in awkward positions and tight spaces
- Must be able to use fingers, hands, and arms and possess manual dexterity
- Must be able to speak clearly and distinctly and hear and be heard and understood in person
- Must be able to reach and work in and around vehicles
- Must be able to work in a busy/fast paced automotive shop environment
- Must be able to wear appropriate PPE in the production environment
- Must be able to start at an early schedule and work overtime when needed
Compensation
The starting pay range for this position is between $28.00-36.00 per hour. Actual compensation will be determined by skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
Benefits
Singer employees enjoy generous paid time off, low-cost health insurance, a 401(k) plan with a company match, life and AD&D insurance, long-term and short-term disability, Snap-On tools for our techs, and continuous opportunities for learning and advancement within the company.
Equal Employment Opportunity
We are committed to building a team that includes individuals from different cultural backgrounds, ethnicities, genders, ages, sexual orientation, and physical abilities, reflecting the diversity of the communities where we work and live.
Department: Production and Quality
This is a non-management position
This is a full-time position
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