General Labor - Production Lead

Production Lead

Pegasus Northwest located in Kent, WA is currently looking for a Production Lead to join our team in a fast paced and rewarding environment. We are a company that believes in work-life balance and offer our employee's Health Benefits, 401K, Personal Time, Holiday Pay, Sick Pay, On-Site Gym, and Wellness Programs. Since 1997 Pegasus Northwest, Inc. has built an exceptional reputation of quality and service in the Aerospace Industry by being the premier water jet cutter in the Pacific Northwest.

Production Lead oversees the Boeing production department including: raw material and finished goods inspection; part mark/velcro and kitting. Responsible for maintaining 12 days of assembled kits at all times. Responsible for writing reviews of production employees. Responsible for inspecting finished panels. Training once a month to reduce rejects.

Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

• Final inspections
• Buy off assembled kits
• Look for defects in materials
• Pull aluminum template and overlay on actual parts, spot check for process inspection
• Apply velcro per template
• Part Mark per manufacturing work order in compliance to standard
• Strive for two weeks ahead production schedule
• Notify Production Manager of needs, concerns, and ordering consumables
• Ensure employees adhere to breaks and lunches
• Conduct Boeing Production employee reviews annually
• Ensure all Boeing Production employees are trained in all areas of their department
• Keep department clean and organized
• Operate Vertical Saw and Forklift (training provided)
• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Directly supervises 4-7 employees. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Skills / Knowledge: Excellent English communication skills (written & spoken). Ability to multi task in a dynamic, fast moving environment. Ability to work independently and prioritize responsibilities. Must be a team player with a positive and professional disposition. Ability to stand for long periods of time, ability to bend and squat throughout an 8-hour shift. Able to lift 50 pounds repetitively throughout an 8-hour shift MUST be VERY detail oriented, and able to take minimal direction.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.