Lead Production Associate Board Department - 2nd Shift ONLY

Lead Production Associate Board Department - 2nd Shift OnlyJob Title: Lead Assembler - Board DeptDepartment: Board DepartmentSchedule: Monday Friday 2:30 PM 11:00 PMFacility location: Chester, CTSummary: Performs complex assembly operations and leads production teams.Duties and ResponsibilitiesUnder minimal supervision, performs substantially varied and complex tasksApplies advanced skills to perform functions of the position within assigned areaAdapts new procedures, techniques, tools, materials and/or equipment to meet the more complex requirements of the positionRelies on experience and judgement to plan and accomplish assigned tasks and goalsServes as a resource to others in the resolution of complex problems and issues, and refers only the most complex issues to higher levelsOrients, trains, assigns, and checks the work of other employeesMust be able to distinguish colorsMust be able to use simple electrical test equipment and follow written test proceduresKnowledge of production proceduresAbility to read and interpret drawings, diagrams, blueprints, specifications, work orders, or reportsSimple computer literacyAbility to work well under pressure and to meet multiple deadlines while maintaining a cooperative working relationship with employees and supervisorAbility to help motivate and encourage employees to reach their goalsMay help assist in performance managementMay assume supervisor/manager's duties in their absenceScopeHas advanced and specialized expertise, typically developed through a combination of job-related training and considerable on-the-job experienceCompletes assignments and facilitates the work activities of others; may coordinate work beyond own areaProposes improvements to processesActs as a lead, coordinating the work of others but is not a supervisorWorks autonomously within established procedures and practicesPhysical Demands and AbilitiesAble to lift up to 50 poundsRegularly performs repetitive tasksAble to stand for entire shiftRegularly possesses manual dexterity to put parts or pieces together quickly and accuratelySpecific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focusReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.All Employees ShallComply with the EH&S Policy and applicable regulatory and company EH&S rules and requirementsReport to supervision conditions or practices that are either unsafe or that may adversely impact the environment, to ensure prompt resolution of potential hazardsAttend scheduled EH&S training programActively support the organization's efforts to meet or exceed EH&S goals and plansRecommend improved EH&S practicesMust be able to communicate effectively with co-workers, supervisors, and third parties. This ability to communicate requires the employee to be conversant in English as the majority of our workforce and the third parties that we encounter only speak English. The incumbent is responsible for complying with the policies in Whelen's "Employee Handbook." This Job Description is to serve as a guide. It is intended to be flexible and will continue to evolve over time with business needs and demands and may be updated periodically and at the Company's discretion. Nothing in this position description changes or is intended to change the employment at-will relationship with the Company. Employment at-will means that an employee or the Company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, for any reason or no reason at all, with or without notice.About Whelen EngineeringThe Whelen Engineering Company is an American corporation that designs and manufactures audio and visual warning equipment for automotive, aviation, and mass notification industries worldwide.Our Hiring ProcessStage 1: ApplicationStage 2: Manager ReviewStage 3: Interview with Hiring ManagerStage 4: OfferStage 5: Hired