Production Lead (Weekend Shift)
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 25, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 22, 2026. Ralliant scores B on the Alion truth index.
Description
The Weekend Lead Associate performs a range of tasks depending on the composition of the team and cell/building initiatives. Generally, the Lead Associate ensures the day-to-day operation to ensure the team meets their daily production goals.
The Weekend Lead Associate will perform the lead tasks a portion of the time and will function in their manufacturing associate capacity for the remainder of the time. The time spent on these tasks may be adjusted based on business needs.
The Lead Associate must be able to effectively escalate any issues to the Line Supervisor or other key operational team members within a timely matter.
The Lead Associate will perform applicable duties to keep workflow consistent.
Team Engagement
Encourage and work with team members to support submitting suggestions and provide solutions for manufacturing issues.
Involve team members in problem solving activities and QDIP assignments.
Team Development
Monitor, document associate skills, provide input on training and support cross-training needs.
Escalate any interpersonal issues/team conflicts directly to the Supervisor.
Provide feedback on positive behaviors for an individual or the team to the Supervisor for recognition purposes.
Monitor the team’s performance and provide input to assist the Supervisor in completing associate’s performance reviews.
Promote good behaviors by coaching and mentoring team members.
May be asked to attend operational meetings on behalf of the Supervisor.
Lead Associate major responsibilities include (but are limited to):
Operational Management
Track daily production activities and escalate any problems to the Supervisor or other key operational team members when applicable.
Assist in scheduling to meet the operations performance metrics using tools such as: Crystal Reports, and other Visual tools.
Monitor QDIP process and review performance through the daily metrics. In addition, monitor relevant KPI’s.
Help ensure that Safety policies are followed by all team members and escalate any problems or concerns to the Supervisor or other key operational team members.
Monitor cell/building-specific actions (RAIL items) to ensure timely completion.
Monitor accuracy of build paperwork.
Monitor and drive standard work processes.
Assist in Failure Review Board issues as assigned.
Actively work with the team to identify and work on continuous improvement projects as assigned.
Qualifications - External/internal:
Minimum Associate Level II position for at least one year -Must have excellent communication skills and ability to communicate to all levels of the organization.
IPC 610 and JSTD certified
Must be a self-starter.
Must be organized.
Able to work with minimal supervision.
Good problem-solving skills.
Lean and 5S knowledge desired.
A minimum of 1 years’ experience directly with the assigned operational team preferred.
Some customer interface experience preferred.
Computer skills a plus: Microsoft office products and Visual business systems.
Education and Experience:
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Compensation
The Lead Associate shall receive a 5% pay premium, not to exceed the maximum of their assigned grade level. If at any time the Lead Associate is no longer performing these assigned tasks, the company will revoke this 5% premium to return the associate to the original base rate of pay.
This lead pay premium shall be included in all overtime, sick pay, short-term disability, holidays, and vacation pay.
Benefits:
PTO
401K
Health Insurance (medical, dental, optical)
Tuition reimbursement
Parental leave (mothers, fathers, and adoptive parents)
US citizenship required per ITAR