Assembly Operations Lead

Assembly Operations Lead Chicago, IL | Full-Time | First Shift | Excellent Benefits Do you enjoy leading a team while remaining hands‑on in a manufacturing environment? Labelmaster is seeking an Assembly Operations Lead to support daily assembly operations, coach team members, and help ensure safety, quality, and productivity goals are met. Key Responsibilities Lead and support Production Assembly team members on the production floor Perform hands‑on assembly of products and subassemblies using hand tools and equipment Assist with daily staffing, workflow coordination, and production priorities Train, coach, and develop employees Monitor quality standards and perform production inspections Support safety initiatives and ISO 9001 quality requirements Utilize Business Central to complete production transactions Lead daily huddles and drive continuous improvement efforts Required Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent Manufacturing, assembly, or production experience Prior lead, supervisory, or team leadership experience Strong communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills Basic computer skills Ability to prioritize tasks and work in a fast‑paced environment Preferred Qualifications ERP experience (Business Central/Navision) ISO 9001 experience Mechanical aptitude Microsoft Office proficiency Experience training and coaching employees Physical Requirements Lift, push, pull, and carry up to 35 lbs. Ability to stand and work on the production floor throughout the shift Why Join Labelmaster? Stable and growing company Competitive pay ($20 - $22 per hour) Comprehensive benefits package Paid holidays and PTO 401(k) with company match Career growth opportunities Team‑oriented culture Minimum Qualifications Must be at least 18 years old Must pass a background check Must pass a drug screen EEO Employer – Veterans and IWD are strongly encouraged to apply Labelmaster is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and we are committed to the concept and practice of equal opportunity in all aspects of employment. It is our intent to comply with our duty to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified employees and applicants as required by law. All requests for accommodations should be made in writing to Jay Hollins by emailing View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr Labelmaster