Lead Production Assembler

Description:

As a Lead Production Assembler, you will play a crucial role in assembling and ensuring the quality of modular housing units. The ideal candidate will have a background in manufacturing, the capability to lead a team of assemblers, a desire to learn and grow, and a dedication to delivering top-notch results.  

• Hourly Pay: 23.50-$25.00
• On-site @ 740 111th Pl, Los Angeles, CA 90059

ABOUT MODEL/Z

Model/Z is a trailblazing enterprise focused on reinventing multifamily housing through the development of standardized, modular units. Our mission is to provide high-quality, low-cost, and net-zero-ready housing solutions that are both scalable and practical, aiming to significantly mitigate homelessness and enhance living conditions for underrepresented communities. As a majority Black-owned and operated business based in Southern California, Model/Z is poised to establish the first standardized modular housing factory in the region.

Located in the historic Watts neighborhood of South Los Angeles, Model/Z is committed to revitalizing communities by employing local community members and paying living wages. Our innovative approach revolutionizes construction, transforming a traditional linear process into a parallel manufacturing system that allows us to build high-quality apartment homes in a factory before the concrete is even poured on-site. By empowering Black and brown families and institutions and unlocking the value of underutilized land, Model/Z embodies a model of equitable growth, addressing the urgent need for affordable housing in Southern California and beyond.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise a team of production assemblers in the assembly of modular housing units. 

• Coordinate daily work activities, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to production schedules. 

• Provide hands-on training and guidance to team members, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment. 

• Ensure all assembly processes are carried out according to company standards, safety protocols, and quality specifications. 

• Monitor and inspect work to ensure compliance with technical drawings, specifications, and quality standards. 

• Identify and resolve any production issues or bottlenecks, implementing corrective actions as needed. 

• Collaborate with other departments, such as engineering and quality control, to optimize production processes and address any technical challenges. 

• Maintain accurate records of production activities, including work orders, material usage, and labor hours. 

• Promote a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement within the team. 

• Conduct thorough quality checks at each stage of assembly to ensure adherence to standards and specifications.  

• Utilize a variety of hand and power tools to assemble, fasten, and secure modular housing elements.  

• Adhere to safety guidelines and protocols to maintain a safe working environment.  

• Work closely with fellow assemblers, engineers, and other team members to achieve production goals and maintain a positive team dynamic.  

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.  
• Strong focus on precision and quality in all aspects of assembly.  
• Ability to collaborate effectively with a diverse team to achieve common goals. 
• Proven experience working in an assembly environment 

• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.  

• Proficiency in using a variety of hand tools, power tools, cranes, and forklifts for assembly tasks 

• Experience working with computers and manufacturing execution systems.  

• Ability to make quick, informed decisions and solve problems effectively.  
• Capacity to identify and troubleshoot assembly issues with a proactive and solutions-oriented mindset.  
• Comfortable working in a dynamic environment and adjusting to changes in project requirements.  
• Available to work extended hours and weekends as needed. This role will be covering 1st shift 
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds unassisted. 
• Repetitive assembly operations, grasping, standing, lifting, bending, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position.

Benefits

SoLa Impact offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid vacation, me