Group Leader - Appleton, United States - Ducommun Incorporated

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    Description
    Direct, instruct, and provide support for production staff under the guidance of the supervisor.

    Who are we?
    Founded in 1849, Ducommun is the oldest company in California.

    Starting as a hardware supply store during the California Gold Rush and eventually assisted in the birth of the aerospace industry in Southern California by providing aircraft aluminum to early aerospace pioneers like Lindbergh, Douglas and Lockheed.

    Today Ducommun is a global provider of innovative manufacturing solutions for customers in the aerospace, defense and industrial markets.

    We specialize in electronic and structural systems, producing complex products and components for commercial aircraft platforms, mission-critical military and space programs, and sophisticated industrial applications.


    Our Facility in Appleton, WI manufactures state-of-the-art circuit boards for Aerospace and Defense as well as Industrial and Medical Industries.

    Why Ducommun?
    Excellent company culture – as recognized by Newsweek's Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces

    Clean and climate controlled working environment

    Opportunity for career growth

    Great benefits including paid vacation and sick time, 401K match, Employee Stock Purchase Program, annual bonus plan, and tuition reimbursement

    Job Summary

    Perform direct labor where properly trained and charge time to meet utilization targets

    Assign work within the area of responsibility based on information from various sources

    Coordinate activities to ensure tasks are completed on schedule in a cost effective manner

    Ensure personnel utilize equipment and material that are in compliance for calibration, maintenance and material expiration dates

    Ensure personnel comply with SOX, ISO, Inventory, and Human Resources policies

    Assist in effective direction and coordination within the assigned area to ensure the output meets published workmanship standards and employees are working in accordance with documented instructions

    Provide feedback to employees on quality-related issues

    Support efforts to ensure targets for efficiency and utilization are achieved

    Participate in customer discussions as required

    Identify and work to resolve problems that develop, escalating problems encountered to supervisor when necessary and make recommendations for solutions

    Support completion of reports and required paperwork

    Help create a work environment that stimulates team work, innovation, and employee involvement

    Recommend skills training per current training requirements

    Assist in training personnel and provide guidance in following procedures, using equipment, and troubleshooting difficult problems

    Provide input for performance evaluations, development programs and disciplinary action

    Perform other assignments as required
    Required Skills and Qualifications
    Intermediate level computer proficiency including e-mail, Word, and Excel

    Ability to read documentation used in responsible area

    Professional attitude and demeanor

    Problem-solving and prioritization skills

    Exhibit leadership skills and organizational abilities

    Required Experience/Education/Training/Certifications

    High School Diploma; Associates degree in related technology preferred

    Five years of related experience
    Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled
    Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled

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