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    Powell Industries

    Electrical Equipment Manufacturing

    Leadperson Assembly

    Houston, United StatesOn-SiteFull-time8+ yrs experiencePosted 3w ago
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    Job description

    Essential Responsibilities
    •    Train employees; assist in new employee training plans
    •    Communicate and delegate daily priorities to other employees
    •    Release jobs to QA/QC
    •    Write purchase requisitions; order parts of GEXPRO
    •    Lead/Mentor 6S and continuous improvement projects, including Kaizen events
    •    Lead Quality Initiatives
    •    Communicate within department and with other departments to resolve issues and drive timely completion            of jobs
    •    Review bill of materials and drawings for issues
    •    Assist in interviews and new hire selection
    •    Identify training needs for the group and help develop appropriate training plan
    •    Assist in tracking job efficiency and productivity
    •    Assist in employee evaluation process
    •    Communicate passdown information
    •    Lead Safety and Quality meetings
    •    Support the enforcement of Powell's policies and safety program

    Minimum Qualifications
    •    Minimum education level of a High School Diploma or General Education Equivalent Diploma is preferred.
    •    8 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
    •    Knowledge of system software (i.e. Oracle, MES, True View) to look up parts and drawings.
    •    Lift up to 50lbs using proper lifting techniques.

    Skills, Abilities & Other Requirements
    •    Ability to complete complex engineering changes.
    •    Read and understand spec sheets and follow proper use of hardware by spec requirements.
    •    Advanced knowledge of single and three-line drawings, including symbols
    •    Ability to identify part discrepancies and properly write HFDs for corrections
    •    Knowledge of mechanical drawings and designs
    •    Effectively demonstrates on-time delivery and the ability to stay focused on goals and responsibilities.
    •    Self-starter with ability to take on multiple tasks with a drive to succeed.
    •    Challenges the status quo; looks for better or more efficient ways to get results.
    •    Ability to adapt to new ideas, technology, processes or product changes.
    •    Believes and displays through actions that our customers represent our current success and remain vital to our future growth.
    •    Demonstrates integrity and ethical decision making.
    •    Conscientious, thorough, accurate, and reliable when performing and completing job tasks.
    •    Able to work effectively within your team and around other departments and their activities.
    •    Ability to learn and adhere to all manufacturing policies and practices to ensure adherence to ISO requirements.

    •    Preferred bilingual in English and Spanish

    Working Conditions

    •    Safety sensitive position in a temperature-controlled manufacturing or industrial environment with occasional outside activities.

    •    Required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) (i.e., safety shoes, hard hats, bump caps, safety glasses, hearing protection, safety harnesses as required) and respirators when required.

    •    Must be able to work from all type of ladders (step ladders, "A" frame ladders, etc.)

    •    Working at heights usually no higher than 20 feet in the air on an elevated structure using proper lift equipment and Fall Protection Equipment.

    Physical Requirements

    •    Able to maintain body equilibrium and agility to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching, ascending or descending stairs or step ladders

    •    Bending the body at the waist, the legs at the knees, and extending arms and hands in any direction

    •    Continuous standing and walking

    •    Able to use upper extremities frequently, work with both arms above shoulders and use both arms at full length frequently.

    •    Must be able to meet physical lifting demand up to 50lbs.

    •    Frequent use of hand tools and power tools

    More Information
    This job description outlines the essential functions of the job and does not contain a comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities, tasks, and duties.

    Job details are sourced from the employer's original posting.

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    About the company

    Powell Industries

    Powell Industries is a diversified manufacturer and marketer of electrical distribution and control equipment.

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