Manager, Telecom Infrastructure Assembly

Telamon is a leading provider of connectivity integration, implementation, and distribution solutions for many of the world’s most recognized telecommunications, transportation and consumer brands. Founded in 1985, we are a minority-owned company headquartered in Carmel, Indiana, and maintain a global footprint with locations in North America, Europe, and Asia.

This work isn’t easy—and that is exactly why we do it. Telamon thrives when we’re solving problems that help enhance connectivity and lead to simplicity, safety, and reliability in everyday life. We are cultivating deeper connections with every bond we forge: a more comprehensive network that serves the world around us—inside our walls and out.

At Telamon, leveraging AI and digital tools is a core part of how we operate. We expect employees at all levels to actively explore and apply technologies that improve productivity, decision-making, and overall performance.

Learn more at telamon.com

Benefits

Telamon invests in our people with benefits that support health, family, and future. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, HSA with company match, dependent care FSA, life & disability coverage, voluntary plans, legal/ID protection, pet insurance, EAP

Financial: 401(k) with company match, annual bonus based on company performance, referral bonuses, discounts, phone allowance; field roles: travel pay, per diem, company-paid lodging, and company vehicle (if applicable)

Time Off & Flexibility: Flexible PTO for salaried roles; starting at 15 days (PTO with 2 floating holidays) for hourly roles; paid holidays, floating holidays, parental leave, bereavement leave, and hybrid/remote options

Career Growth: Tuition reimbursement, annual professional development grants, online learning resources, leadership programs, and internal growth opportunities

Additional Benefits: Recognition programs, scholarships and educational stipends for children, company paid sabbaticals and company outings with access to local events.

Note: benefits eligibility may be based on employment status, tenure, location, or other factors

Classification

salary/exempt

Location

Denton, TX

Schedule

• 1st Shift: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
• 12-hour rotating shift (2-2-3 schedule)
• Work pattern: 2 days on, 2 days off, 3 days on (alternating weekly)
• Includes weekend rotation

Work Environment

Non-temperature controlled warehouse; exposure to seasonal heat and cold.

Job Summary

The Manager of Assembly Operations is responsible for the overall performance of telecom Hut/Infrastructure assembly and integration operations, including production output, quality, safety, and labor efficiency. This role leads supervisors and assembly teams to ensure the installation of shelving, racking, and equipment into telecom cabinets is executed consistently, at scale, and in alignment with engineering specifications and customer requirements.

The Manager owns operational systems, workforce planning, and continuous improvement initiatives to drive productivity, reduce defects, and ensure on-time delivery across assembly operations.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Operational Leadership & Results Ownership

• Own end-to-end assembly operations for telecom cabinet integration, including production output, schedule adherence, and delivery performance
• Translate production forecasts into staffing, scheduling, and workflow plans to meet demand
• Monitor and manage KPIs including throughput, labor efficiency, quality, and on-time delivery
• Identify risks to production and implement corrective actions to maintain performance

People Leadership & Organizational Development

• Lead and develop Assembly Supervisors and their teams; provide coaching, direction, and performance management
• Establish clear performance expectations and accountability standards across all levels of the operation
• Partner with HR on hiring, workforce planning, and employee relations matters
• Build bench strength through training, cross-skilling, and succession planning

Process Improvement & Operational Excellence

• Design and implement scalable assembly processes, standard work, and workflow optimization
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce rework, increase efficiency, and improve quality outcomes
• Partner with engineering to improve build design, manufacturability, and installation efficiency
• Analyze production data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities
• Actively identifies and implements improvements to processes, tools, and workflows to enhance efficiency, quality, and business outcomes. Leverages available tools and technologies, including AI-enabled solutions, to streamline workflows, improve efficiency, and enhance outcomes.

Quality & Compliance

• Ensure all assembly work meets engineering specifications, customer requirements, and internal quality standards
• Partner with Quality teams to address defects, conduct root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions
• Maintain audit readiness and adherence to internal and external standards

Safety Leadership

• Own safety performance across assembly operations; ensure compliance with OSHA and company policies
• Promote a proactive safety culture through leadership engagement, training, and accountability
• Lead incident investigations and ensure corrective actions are implemented

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Supply Chain to ensure material availability and minimize production disruptions
• Partner with team to ensure Infrastructure assemblies availability and minimize production disruptions
• Collaborate with Engineering, Program Management, and Operations leadership to align production with customer requirements and project timelines
• Communicate operational performance, risks, and improvement plans to senior leadership

Managerial Responsibility

• Direct management of Assembly Supervisors
• Indirect oversight of Assembly Technicians and production staff
• Responsible for workforce planning, performance management, and organizational effectiveness of the assembly function

Travel/Shift Requirements

• None

Physical Demands

• Primarily based in a warehouse or light manufacturing environment
• Regular presence on the production floor required
• Frequent walking, standing, and interaction with equipment and assembly processes
• Occasional lifting (up to 30–50 lbs.) and use of tools as needed for oversight

Skills And Abilities Required

• Strong understanding of assembly operations, production planning, and workflow optimization
• Experience with telecom Hut/Infrastructure builds, rack integration, or similar environments preferred
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and production requirements
• Proven ability to lead through others and drive accountability at the supervisor level
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capability in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to balance operational execution with longer-term process improvement
• Effective communication and influence skills across all levels of the organization
• Strong skills with Microsoft Office suite of tools including Teams

Education And Experience Required

• Bachelor’s degree in operations, engineering, business, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience)
• 7–10+ years of experience in assembly, manufacturing, or telecom infrastructure environments
• 3–5+ years of leadership experience managing supervisors or multiple teams

Telamon Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Telamon does not and will not discriminate against any applicant because of race, color, religion, age, national origin, disability, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), marital status, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Telamon Corporation makes all employment decisions in a non-discriminatory manner.

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