Altek Electronics, a trusted source of electronic manufacturing services since 1972, is a comprehensive contract manufacturer serving a broad range of industries. We work with industry leaders supporting a complete product life cycle, from prototype through production and end of life. As a solutions provider with expertise in PCB layout and design, PCB assembly, and upper-level chassis, control panels, and cable & harness assembly, we manufacture products using LEAN manufacturing and Six Sigma principles. We use open communication to fulfill our mission of “Value through the eyes of the customer.” Delivering quality products on-time, Altek is certified to AS9100D, our operators are certified to IPC-610, IPC-620 and J-STD, we are ITAR compliant and a Veteran-Owned Small Business. 

Please visit our website for more detail and to meet our team. www.altekelectronics.com

We have openings for Production Leads in both our Before Wave Assembly area and Surface Mount Technology (SMT) Machine operation area. 

Placement within the pay range listed will depend on proven success in previous lead positions, work area and technical expertise in that area.

Position Summary for the Production Lead position at Altek Electronics:

Responsible for providing leadership and organizing the flow of work of their area.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Includes the following, other duties may be assigned:

• Ensure that operators complete job duties on time while maintaining a steady flow of work

• Support and champion CFM and lean manufacturing methodologies.
• Facilitate the training of employees per Altek’s training requirements
• Maintain and update the Takt board as necessary
• Review and understand the production/shipping schedule(s)
• Provide guidance and instruction to operators to improve competence

• Schedule, conduct, & document meetings with line operators at least twice per week
• Perform all normal job functions/duties of your area
• Responsible for understanding & following company, and or manufacturing guidelines/procedures
• Responsible for product quality as defined by internal and external customers, work instructions, specifications and procedures
• Responsible for following established safety rules & 6S
• Monitor associates’ productivity and make adjustments as needed to improve throughput

• Inform supervisors of any existing and/or potential employee issues

 Knowledge and Skill Requirements

•  Ability to provide direction

• Strong organizational skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to lead in a team environment with minimal supervision

Education and/or Experience

Must have a high school diploma or GED or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Working Conditions

Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment. work may require standing, sitting, for entire shift. Frequent reaching, bending, squatting, and lifting of materials and product up to 30 pounds.

Altek has a comprehensive benefits package including:

Altek Electronics is an Equal Opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, age, sex, marital status, national origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, or the presences of a non-job-related medical condition, disability, or handicap, however, current openings may involve ITAR restricted hiring practices, and all applicants must be aware of this requirement and are encouraged to consult the latest ITAR regulations regarding restrictions that my apply.