Salary Range: $ + shift differential + eligibility for annual incentive bonuses
Shift: Processing Lead - 2nd shift
Position Overview:
The Surface Finishing Lead is responsible for overseeing daily operations in the finishing department including wet processing, painting, masking/unmasking, and part marking activities for aerospace metal fittings. This role ensures quality, safety, and production standards are met, while providing hands-on support, guidance, and training to department personnel.
Key Responsibilities:
' Lead and coordinate the workflow for wet processing (, chemical processing, anodizing, plating), painting, masking/unmasking, and part marking activities.
' Perform in-process inspections to ensure parts meet internal and customer specifications.
' Provide hands-on support in finishing operations as needed to meet production demands.
' Train and mentor finishing department personnel in techniques, equipment use, and safety protocols.
' Ensure adherence to customer drawings, specifications, and work instructions.
' Monitor and maintain safety practices in the department, ensuring compliance with company policies and OSHA regulations.
' Work closely with Quality Assurance to resolve any non-conformance issues and implement corrective actions.
' Schedule work assignments to meet production priorities and deadlines.
' Monitor supply inventory related to finishing operations and submit requisitions when necessary.
' Conduct regular inspections of tools, equipment, and facilities to ensure safe and efficient operation.
' Support continuous improvement initiatives to optimize processes, reduce waste, and enhance quality.
' Accurately document production records, traveler sheets, and shop floor data entries.