Applied Composites (AC) is seeking a Production Lead (2nd shift) who oversees the production area in a variety of complex mechanical and/or electromechanical assembly operations in accordance with company policy and safety procedures. Ensures an effective and accurate production line that minimizes costs and aligns with the unit objectives.
About AC: Come and join the Applied Composites team. We are a leading provider of complex composite components, assemblies, engineering and tooling to the aerospace, defense, and space system markets. Our employees are treated with respect and given the support, knowledge, and resources they need to thrive. If you are looking for a company that values and develops its employees while offering engaging work, Applied Composites may be the place for you.
Job Accountabilities:
- Plans, schedules, and monitors the production cycle, following company instructions
- Determines staff requirements for production schedules, coordinates, monitors, and trains all production staff
- Coordinates the efficient movement of production to meet area requirements
- Applies process specifications governing the production of product within an assigned cell, records production time and quantity data at the cell
- Performs complex precision assembly in accordance with written, visual, and verbal instruction
- Conducts Inspections of own and /or other associates work to insure correctness in accordance with company and /or customer drawing
- Other responsibilities as assigned
Job Specifications:
Education: A Secondary Certificate/High School Diploma or equivalent combination of relevant education and work experience that will allow successful performance of job expectations
Years’ Experience: 3 years or more of relevant experience depending on the complexity level of the job
Skills:
- Experience in planning, scheduling, and monitoring production cycles
- Capable of performing complex mechanical and/or electromechanical assembly operations
- Good organizational skills to lead activities of production cycle
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to analyze and determine methods and procedures
- Skilled problem-solver: Exercises judgment, based on previous experience, practices and precedents, to identify and solve problems that arise with little or no precedent
- Able to read and interpret company documents, such as safety rules, operating/manufacturing instructions, policies, and procedures
Benefits:
At Applied Composites, we recognize how important your career and benefits are to you and your family. We offer a full suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability coverage, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, basic and supplemental life insurance, employee assistance plan, retirement savings and matching, tuition reimbursement and other developmental opportunities. We are committed to supporting the way you live and work.
AC is an Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled - Affirmative Action Employer.
This position requires the use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.
second shift
Skills Required
- High school diploma, secondary certificate, or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience
- At least 3 years of relevant production experience, depending on job complexity
- Experience planning, scheduling, and monitoring production cycles
- Ability to perform complex mechanical and/or electromechanical assembly operations
- Strong organizational skills for leading production activities
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to analyze and determine methods and procedures
- Problem-solving ability and sound judgment with limited precedent
- Ability to read and interpret safety rules, manufacturing instructions, policies, and procedures
- Must be a U.S. person under ITAR, such as a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, political asylee, or refugee
Applied Composites Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and options like FSA/HSA, with disability coverage and an EAP also available. Wellness programs further contribute to overall health support.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off includes a vacation plan, wellness days, and 10 paid holidays each year. PTO accrual increases with tenure, expanding available leave over time.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) plan with employer matching is offered. This provides structured support for long‑term savings.
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What We Do
Applied Composites is a leading provider of complex composite components, assemblies, engineering, and tooling to the aerospace, defense, and space systems markets. Vertically integrated with six strategic locations, we have widespread capabilities to serve expanding industry needs in many high-growth aerospace and defense platforms. Specializing in complex composite assemblies for the aerospace industry, Applied Composites has a long history of providing customer satisfaction by focusing on continuous improvement processes that help reduce time and cost. Our aerospace composite manufacturing capabilities are among the best in the industry.
