Automation Electrical Lead

Lead Electrical Technician

Tipton, IN

The Electrical Assembly Lead is responsible for overseeing the assembly, testing, and maintenance of electrical components, sub-assemblies, and systems, while actively participating in the hands-on work. This role involves leading and supervising a team of technicians to ensure all electrical equipment meets quality and safety standards, adhering to specifications and industry regulations. The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills, leadership abilities, attention to detail, and the capacity to manage and collaborate with team members in a dynamic environment.

Essential Functions:

• Lead and Supervise Electrical Assembly Team: Provide guidance, training, and support team members while ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and to standard.
• Hands-On Assembly: Build electrical panels, junction boxes, and various electrical components following schematics, blueprints, or work orders, while also managing the assembly process and providing hands-on assistance when needed.
• Conduct Testing and Troubleshooting: Oversee functional testing of electrical assemblies and troubleshoot electrical systems, diagnosing issues and implementing corrective actions to ensure operational standards are met.
• Read and Interpret Technical Documentation: Review and ensure the accuracy of technical documents, schematics, and wiring diagrams, and provide support to the team in understanding these documents.
• Quality Control: Inspect and test completed assemblies to ensure they meet all quality and safety standards, working to resolve any discrepancies.
• Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate records of assembly and testing results and ensure proper documentation is kept for all work performed.
• Process Improvement: Collaborate with engineers and technicians to optimize assembly processes, improve product performance, and implement best practices.
• Equipment and Tool Maintenance: Oversee the maintenance and condition of tools and equipment used in electrical assembly, ensuring they are well-maintained and safe to use.
• Adherence to Safety Standards: Ensure the team follows all company policies, quality standards, and safety regulations.
• Team Development: Train and mentor junior team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
• Adhere to company safety policies to create a safe work environment.
• Other duties may be assigned which are trained for and qualified to do.