Production Assembler Leader

Job DetailsJob Location: Great Bend, KS 67530Production Assembly Leader – Day Shift

Lead the Team. Drive Production. Build Something That Matters.

Doonan Specialized Trailer is looking for an experienced and motivated Production Assembly Leader to join our team on Day Shift. This position will play a key role in leading our Paint and Assembly production operations, ensuring employees have the resources, direction, and support needed to produce high-quality trailers safely and efficiently.

If you have a strong mechanical background, proven leadership experience, and take pride in helping a team succeed, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact at Doonan.

Why Join Doonan?

Day Shift position
Competitive pay based on experience
Leadership opportunity with a growing manufacturing company
On-the-job training and professional development
Opportunities for advancement
Employee bonus and profit-sharing potential
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match up to 4%
Paid holidays and PTO

Position Summary

The Production Assembly Leader is responsible for providing day-to-day leadership and direction for Doonan's Paint and Assembly production teams.

This position works closely with production leadership and employees to coordinate workflow, maintain production schedules, resolve problems, ensure quality standards are met, and promote a safe and productive work environment.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with strong mechanical aptitude who can effectively communicate expectations, identify problems, make decisions, and hold team members accountable while leading by example.

Essential Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate daily activities for Paint and Assembly production employees
Organize workflow and assign employees to ensure production schedules are met
Monitor production progress and communicate issues or delays to management
Provide hands-on guidance and support to employees when needed
Ensure trailers are assembled and painted according to blueprints, specifications, and quality standards
Identify production problems and assist employees with troubleshooting and solutions
Monitor workmanship and address quality issues promptly
Ensure employees properly use tools, equipment, and machinery
Promote and enforce company safety policies and procedures
Help train new employees and develop team members' skills
Provide coaching and direction to employees regarding performance, quality, and productivity
Maintain accountability for attendance, work performance, and adherence to company expectations
Communicate effectively with production management, maintenance, and other departments
Assist with identifying opportunities to improve production processes, efficiency, and quality
Help maintain an organized, clean, and safe production environment
Lead by example through a strong work ethic, professionalism, and commitment to quality

Qualifications

Previous leadership or supervisory experience required
Strong mechanical background required
Manufacturing, fabrication, assembly, painting, or trailer industry experience preferred
Ability to read and understand blueprints and technical drawings
Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
Experience working with hand tools, power tools, and manufacturing equipment
Ability to effectively communicate with employees at all levels
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced production environment
Ability to make decisions and resolve problems independently
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
Dependable attendance and strong work ethic
Ability to lead by example and hold team members accountable
Commitment to workplace safety

What We're Looking For

We're looking for more than someone who can simply give directions. The right candidate will be a hands-on leader who understands manufacturing, knows how things are built, and can earn the respect of the team through knowledge, communication, consistency, and accountability.

If you're the person others turn to when something needs to be figured out, you enjoy helping employees succeed, and you're ready to take the next step in your manufacturing career, we'd like to hear from you.

Compensation & Benefits

Pay: Dependent on experience
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Short-Term Disability Insurance
401(k) with Company Match up to 4%
Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employment Requirements

Full-time, Day Shift position
Previous leadership experience required
Mechanical background required
Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening, workfit test, and background check

Apply Today

If you're an experienced mechanical professional with leadership experience and are ready to take on a greater role in production, we want to hear from you.

Apply online through our Careers page or contact Kameron Keener to learn more about joining the Doonan team.
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