Group Lead

Power Solutions International (PSI) is a leading manufacturer of emissions-certified powertrains specializing in customized and fully integrated turnkey solutions for the leading global equipment manufacturers in the industrial, transportation, and energy markets manufacturers. Our facilities are housed in one million square feet of engineering, assembly, operations, and distribution space across seven facilities. We are positioned to meet the high production volumes of our customers with added capacity for growth.

SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Shift Lead the Group Lead is responsible for a team(s), consisting of members with different skill sets focused on the on-time completion of power generation projects in an efficient and effective manner, according to engineering specifications.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Planning, directing, and overseeing the operations of the responsible team.
• Maintains staff by interviewing, selecting, and training employees; maintaining and promoting a safe working environment; and developing personal growth opportunities for employees.
• Oversees and leads the work of employees within departments to ensure accuracy and timeliness of work.
• Accomplishes staff results by communicating job expectations, coaching, and counseling employees, and enforcing company policies, procedures, and productivity standards.
• Train employees to read and follow drawings, specifications, and other instructions to assemble parts in an accurate and timely fashion.
• Develop strategic weekly build plans and timing for production, change control, and special builds.
• Lead continuous improvement through problem solving at the shop floor level.
• Drive disciplined data driven systems and processes at the shop floor level.
• Inspect or measure work for accuracy.
• Accurately complete proper paperwork as required.
• Maintain cleanliness of machines and work area organized.
• Verify and ensure that all jobs are being completed on or before scheduled deadlines.
• Verify all purchased and manufactured parts required for assigned projects.
• Work closely with Manufacturing Engineering and Production Trainer to identify training needs and opportunities.
• Work closely with Manufacturing Engineering to identify & document any project challenges and opportunities.
• All other duties as assigned by management.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Requires a High School diploma or equivalent GED. Associate degree is preferred.
• Must have 3-5 years of previous panel building experience.
• Must be able to read and understand mechanical drawings and other manufacturing instructions and dictate drawings into work instructions.
• Requires good math skills.
• Lean manufacturing background required.
• Required a good command of the English language (bilingual a plus).
• Requires lifting heavy objects.
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or touch objects, tools, or controls; talk and hear; stand; walk; reach above shoulders; and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move drawings, files, parts, and manuals weighing up to 50 pounds, and climb ladder and/or steps to access equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to risk of electrical shock. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in outside weather conditions and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and extreme cold. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, occasionally loud.

PSI offers a wide range of benefits from medical, dental, and vision to pet insurance as well as discounted prescription plans. Additionally, we also provide a 401k match, life insurance and AD&D, short- and long-term disability, and an employee assistance program. Come join our team and learn more about PSI and what we have to offer!

Power Solutions International/3Pi is an EOE disability/vet company offering a drug-free workplace. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.