Mechanical Assembly Lead

Joining a long-standing company where you will be leading and guiding a team in the assembly line, while still getting hands on yourself. Mechanical Assembly Lead
Keen to take the next step and lead a team while staying on the tools? \n
\nWe're working with a well-established Kiwi manufacturer with a strong reputation and plenty of history behind them. They're on the hunt for an experienced Mechanical Fitter/Assembler to lead a team of around 15 people in a busy production environment.\n
\nThis is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys getting stuck in, supporting their team, and making sure the work gets out the door safely, on time, and to a high standard.\n
What you'll be doing: \n

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• Leading and backing your assembly team day-to-day
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• Keeping production, quality, and safety on track
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• Rolling up your sleeves and getting involved with mechanical assembly and fitting work
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• Troubleshooting problems and helping the team find solutions
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• Working closely with the Production Manager and having a real say in how things are done
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What's on offer: \n

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• A stable, well-respected business with decades of success behind it
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• A proper mix of leadership and hands-on work
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• Plenty of variety with interesting products and projects
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• A chance to make your mark and help shape the team
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What you'll bring: \n

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• Strong experience as a Mechanical Fitter, Mechanical Assembler, or similar
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• Experience working in a manufacturing or industrial environment
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• Previous leadership, supervisory, or leading hand experience
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• A trade qualification in mechanical fitting, fabrication, engineering, electrical, or similar would be ideal
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• Confidence reading engineering drawings and build plans
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• Solid mechanical know-how and a knack for solving problems
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• Electrical knowledge would be a real advantage
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• The kind of attitude that gets stuck in and leads by example.
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• Must have full NZ working rights
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For more info, give Natalie Lotter a call on for a confidential chat.