Sub-Assembly Assistant Supervisor

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Development

· Supervise, coach, and coordinate daily activities of assigned production personnel.

· Assign tasks, set daily goals, and help ensure production deadlines are met.

· Provide hands-on training in sheet-metal fabrication, assembly processes, and equipment operation.

· Conduct fair, consistent employee evaluations, issue coaching, counseling, and written warnings when necessary.

· Support cross-training initiatives to build a flexible, highly capable workforce.

Fabrication & Production Operations

· Interpret blueprints, specifications, and job orders to guide fabrication and assembly tasks.

· Select appropriate materials, gauges, and fabrication methods based on project requirements.

· Operate and train employees on fabrication equipment, including shears, brakes, presses, forming rolls, plasma cutters, and hand/power tools.

· Inspect completed products to ensure accuracy, quality, and compliance with technical standards.

· Manage rework, warranty repairs, and improvement opportunities within production processes.

Safety, Compliance & Facility Oversight

· Enforce OSHA, company, and facility safety regulations.

· Conduct routine facility, equipment, and tool inspections for maintenance, calibration, and safety.

· Report safety incidents, near misses, and equipment concerns promptly.

· Maintain clean, safe, and organized production areas through active monitoring and team engagement.

Material, Inventory & Administrative Support

· Maintain accurate labor, timekeeping, and production records.

· Estimate labor and material requirements for job completion.

· Oversee material inventory, verify incoming orders, and coordinate with office staff for replacements or additional materials.

· Support shipping operations, including proper loading, inspection, and documentation.