Operations Lead - Metal Fabrication
Industrial Electric Mfg. (Iem)
Lead metal fabrication team, drive efficiency, safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
9 days ago ago
$98,800 - $135,200
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Portland, OR
Onsite
Company Size
402 Employees
Service Specialisms
Electrical Engineering
Automation Services
Control Systems
Electrical Design
Installation Services
Maintenance Services
Project Management
Sector Specialisms
Industrial & Manufacturing
Infrastructure & Public Services
Technology & Data Centers
Retail
Office
Banking
Auto Dealers
Hotels/Casinos
Role
What you would be doing
quality inspection
production scheduling
material management
lean manufacturing
technical training
root cause
- Train and mentor fabrication / Assembly staff perform quality work and routinely inspect all areas for first- time quality work.
- Follow internal TPM (Total Productive Maintenance)
- Communicate consumable and material needs and shortages to Material Manager before it affects production.
- Prepare fabricated products for shipment
- Receive and review materials delivered to Fab Lab.
- Ensure Lab Fab technicians are executing the production schedule and priorities as communicated.
- Responsible for on time promise (%)
- Support the implementation of Lean Manufacturing principles and other improvement methodologies.
- Manage workforce in line with policies, procedures, standards, and best practices.
- Coordinate technical training for technicians
- Enforce proper escalation procedures to effectively and efficiently resolve issues.
- Ensure that First-of-Kind covers all quality requirements by maintaining detailed documentation of validation and fabrication processes, including test reports and analysis of results.
- Identifying and resolving production problems in a timely manner.
- Ensure adherence to organizational policies on attendance, performance, and conduct.
- Assist Fab Lab Manager with gathering details associated with quality issues and determining root causes to prevent recurrence.
- Take Ownership of corrective or preventative actions with respect to quality and correcting root causes with all teams.
- Facilitate daily stand-up meetings with cross-functional teams
- Optimize production capacity, efficiency by monitoring productivity and quality.
- Manage consumables and safety standards
What you bring
industrial engineering
metal fabrication
lean manufacturing
leadership
iso 9001
problem solving
- Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with different points of views, convey priorities, and address issues promptly.
- Proficiency in identifying, analyzing, and resolving production challenges in a timely manner, often requiring coordination with multiple departments.
- At least 3 years of experience in a leadership or supervisory role.
- 5-8 years of experience in production in manufacturing environment
- Experience with switchgear fabrication and/or manufacturing would be beneficial.
- Collaboration: Skill in working effectively with cross-functional teams, such as Production Planning, Engineering, Project Management, and Materials, to achieve common goals.
- Capability to mentor and train team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and high performance. Flexibility to adjust to changing priorities, production schedules, and unforeseen challenges while maintaining productivity and quality standards.
- Skill in addressing conflicts and resolving interpersonal issues among team members, promoting a positive and collaborative work environment.
- KPI dashboards updated
- Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven experience in managing teams, driving production efficiency, and ensuring quality standards.
- Ability to provide guidance, direction, and support to teams, including stepping into leadership roles as needed.
- Detail-oriented with the ability to follow instructions and complete tasks accurately.
- Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, or a related field.
- Experience with metal fabrication (laser, press brake, bus bar) and assembly.
- Willingness to take ownership of tasks and responsibilities, ensuring that corrective actions are implemented effectively, and root causes are addressed comprehensively.
- Knowledge of ISO 9001/AS9100 standards and safety protocols.
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles, continuous improvement, and safety protocols.
- Effective time management skills to prioritize tasks, meet production deadlines.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.
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Company
Overview
12k to 135k sq ft
Facility Expansion
Grew from a small barn to expansive facilities.
3000A
Switchgear Innovation
Engineers developed high-capacity vacuum breakers for utility switching.
$100M-$1B
Revenue Range
Annual revenue reflects strong financial stability.
21kV
System Pioneering
Engineers pioneered vacuum breakers for 21kV systems.
- Early adoption of CAD/CAM fabrication in 1979.
- Supplies electrical distribution and switchgear to tech giants like HP and Apple.
- Subsidiary IEM Power Systems offers turnkey power solutions worldwide.
- Safety is our top priority.
- We focus on continuous improvement through investments in our people and technologies.
- We maintain high standards of integrity and respect.
- Customer satisfaction is our primary objective.
- Collaboration and teamwork are central to our operations.
2035
Net Zero Emissions Target
The company aims to achieve net zero emissions by 2035, reflecting its commitment to reducing its environmental footprint.
- Committed to reducing environmental impact.
- Focus on energy efficiency in manufacturing processes.
- Ongoing waste reduction and recycling initiatives.
- Utilizing renewable energy sources in production facilities.
- The company is dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.
- It is focused on attracting and retaining top talent from diverse backgrounds.
- The company implements training programs to foster inclusion and respect.
- It consistently monitors and reports on diversity metrics.
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