Lead - Assembly

Katy, TX, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Day Shifts

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

short term disability

long term disability

Accidental death insurance

supplemental life insurance

Company paid holidays

flexible spending accounts

Job Description

Igloo Products Corp. is an iconic, fast-growing American brand renowned for its exceptional and durable coolers designed to meet everyday needs. With more than 75 years of legacy, Igloo has established itself as a leader in the housewares industry and has evolved into a high-growth lifestyle brand. The company is dedicated to inspiring outdoor experiences centered around fun, family, and friends, making it a beloved name across the United States. Starting as a metalworking shop that brought fresh cold water to Texas workers, Igloo innovated by inventing the Playmate and subsequently became America's most recognizable brand of ice chests. Today, Igloo boasts over 90% brand awareness and holds the number one market share in the US cooler market. The company also pioneers sustainability by producing biodegradable coolers and those made from post-consumer recycled resin and other sustainable materials. Furthermore, Igloo has a growing direct-to-consumer (DTC) business, allowing the company to build direct and strong relationships with its consumers. In 2021, Igloo joined forces with Dometic Brands, opening new opportunities to grow both brands globally together. The company is engaged on a continuous growth journey, fostering a dynamic, fast-paced global environment, and offering excellent career development opportunities.

The Assembly Line Lead role is a critical position within the Igloo manufacturing operations, responsible for leading and supervising assembly lines to ensure the safe production of coolers of the highest quality. This role requires hands-on leadership to ensure employee onboarding, training, and safety adherence while achieving production goals. The Assembly Line Lead manages team members by providing clear instructions, training, and the necessary tools and personal protective equipment (PPE). Safety is a paramount concern; the role mandates enforcing safe working practices, reporting accidents and hazards promptly, and promoting PPE use at all times. The lead is tasked with managing employee breaks and verifying production documentation is accurate from shift start to end. They are vigilant in ensuring that production efficiency, quality, and attainment targets are met or exceeded and promptly reporting any issues that hinder performance to supervisors. Certified in all core assembly positions, the lead ensures smooth operation and transitions during product changeovers. Responsibilities also include accurate and timely reporting, scrap management, troubleshooting technical problems, and maintaining a clean and organized work area. This role offers an exciting opportunity to develop leadership skills, work collaboratively with a dedicated team, and be part of a globally recognized and sustainable brand.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency
Preferred one year experience performing similar processes
Minimum six months supervisory or leadership experience
Must be able to read, write, speak and comprehend English
Able to add, subtract, divide and multiply
Able to lift up to 50 lbs multiple times a day during a 12-hour shift
Able to push up to 80 lbs on rollers or wheels
Able to bend and stand in difficult positions for up to 12 hours
Minimum height of 60 inches
Ability to work in hot and humid summer conditions and cold winter environments

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalency
Recommended but not required one year experience in similar processes
Minimum six months in supervisory or leadership role
Ability to read, write, speak and comprehend English
Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, division, and multiplication
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs multiple times during a 12-hour shift
Ability to push up to 80 lbs on rollers or wheels
Able to bend and stand in difficult positions for up to 12 hours
Minimum height requirement of 60 inches
Experience working in hot, humid, and cold environments
Familiarity with industrial products
Problem-solving and analytical skills
Good written and verbal communication skills
Action and results-oriented
Able to foam all models and operate all styles of screw guns
Ability to assist in training new operators and fill any line position as needed

Job Duties

Ensure all employees feel welcomed and are treated with respect
Provide clear instructions/training with correct tools and PPE
Ensure safe working practices and report accidents, hazards, near misses, and property damage timely
Reinforce use of PPE at all times
Allow restroom breaks to assembly line employees
Verify FPI against DJR and submit for approval within the first 15 minutes of the shift
Perform pre-shift, during shift, and end-of-shift reporting including quality and safety meetings
Report abnormal conditions impacting safety, quality, efficiency, or attainment immediately
Be certified in core positions like screw gunning, foaming, cleaning, and drain plug installing
Verify DJR matches each component and final product before shift or product changeover
Ensure efficiency and attainment goals of 95% or above are met and report issues
Fill out and submit scrap tickets accurately and timely
Responsible for toolbox maintenance and transport to work
Ensure all unused components and materials are returned to the warehouse at the end of the run
Oversee production counting, tagging, and transfer to warehouse after runs
Troubleshoot technical problems related to assigned processes
Maintain work area in a clean and organized state
Carry out other duties as required