Assembly Operator Lead
Nvent
Lead assembly line operations, support supervisor, improve quality & safety.
16 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Junior (1-3 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Tempe, AZ
Onsite
Company Size
12,100 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Design
Technical Services
Project Management
Consulting
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Energy
Infrastructure
Buildings
Residential
Commercial
Water Resources
Heavy Civil
Role
What you would be doing
material flow
equipment ops
data tracking
lean improvement
production supervision
cross‑functional collaboration
- Provide guidance, feedback, and support to production staff on their performance, quality standards, safety procedures and protocols.
- Maintain accurate and timely records of production data, such as output, waste, defects, inventory, labor hours and downtime.
- Participate in cross-training and cross-functional activities to enhance skills and knowledge and support other production areas as needed.
- Coordinate the timely and accurate movement of material into, within and out of assigned work area as needed.
- Monitor assembly processes and conduct regular inspections to identify and resolve any issues or defects.
- Stay in sync with all company policies and procedures, federal, state, and local regulations regarding health, safety, environment, and hygiene.
- Be a change agent and drive out waste throughout the department by applying Lean methodologies.
- Operate a variety of equipment applicable within assigned area (i.e., CRTs, forklifts, etc.).
- Report any malfunctioning or damaged equipment, materials or products to the Production Supervisor and assist with troubleshooting and repairs as needed.
- Meet production targets and deadlines while maintaining the highest level of quality.
- Support the production process by filling in positions on the line when vital to maintain the flow of work when absences occur (Vacation, PTO, Restroom breaks, etc.).
- Provide backup support to the production supervisor and lead all aspects of the daily operations of the assembly line.
- Drive a continuous improvement culture by involving employees in problem solving and decision-making and recognizing them for outstanding work.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to determine production priorities and ensure efficient workflow.
What you bring
mechanical repairs
operator training
safety compliance
team oriented
communication
2 years
- Respectful and team oriented
- Effective communication both oral and written.
- Innovative & adaptable
- Ability to communicate job expectations to production staff and achieve desired results by monitoring, guiding, and carrying out policies and procedures.
- Ability to achieve high productivity by reporting any tardiness, attendance issues, and disciplinary issues to the Production/Distribution Supervisor.
- Solid understanding of mechanical repairs or troubleshooting.
- Able to carry out company and department policy and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Ability to conduct operator training on standard work to include work instructions, machine adjustments, product quality, company and value stream policies, and procedures as the need arises.
- Ability to adapt to rapidly changing business circumstances and thrive in a constantly changing business environment.
- Minimum of 2 years of direct experience in a Manufacturing/Production Team Lead role or equivalent.
- Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money
- Other supplemental benefits such as tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and legal & identity theft protection.
- A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day
- Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.
- A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match.
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Company
Overview
Founded in 1894
Historical Milestone
Rooted in over a century of legacy, tracing back to early pioneers like ILSCO (1894) and ERICO (1903).
$3B Revenue
Annual Financial Performance
Reporting over $3 billion in annual revenue, driving global expansion and strategic growth.
Over 100 Years Experience
Industry Leadership
Consolidating expertise in enclosures, thermal-management, and electrical-fastening systems.
450+ Patents
Innovative Portfolio
Collective patents held by brands including Cadweld, Caddy, Hoffman, ERICO, and Schroff.
- Spun off from Pentair in 2018, rapidly carving out a global identity under the nVent umbrella.
- Signature projects include modular data-center cooling systems, AI-ready liquid cooling units, and secure railway infrastructure enclosures.
- Thrives in high-growth sectors like data centers, industrial automation, power utilities, renewable energy, energy storage, buildings, and telecom.
- Integrity: We do the right thing.
- Customer Focus: We listen, anticipate, and act to meet the needs of our customers.
- Innovation: We embrace creativity and encourage new ideas to drive solutions.
- Excellence: We pursue the highest standards of quality and performance.
- Collaboration: We work together to achieve more.
- Accountability: We take ownership and deliver results.
Net Zero by 2050
Carbon Emissions Target
Aiming to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by mid-century.
30% Reduction by 2030
Greenhouse Gas Reduction
Plans to cut absolute greenhouse gas emissions by one-third by 2030.
10% Water Reduction by 2025
Water Consumption Goal
Targeting a 10% reduction in water usage globally.
100% Renewable Energy by 2025
Energy Transition Commitment
Committed to sourcing all energy from renewable sources in the near future.
- Energy efficiency is a focus across global manufacturing and distribution facilities.
23% women
Global Workforce Composition
The percentage of women in the workforce globally.
5% increase
Female Leadership Goal
Target to increase female representation in leadership roles by 2025.
- Fosters an inclusive culture where employees feel valued and respected.
- Developed programs to increase recruitment and retention of underrepresented groups.
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