The Lead Man coordinates daily work in the inspection facility, assigning tasks and supporting inspection personnel to ensure work is completed safely, accurately, and on schedule. This role serves as a working team lead, helping maintain quality standards, clear communication, and an organized work area.
Key Responsibilities
- Assign daily work and balance workloads based on priorities, staffing, and deadlines.
- Guide and support inspection personnel; provide hands-on help and training as needed.
- Confirm that inspections are performed according to applicable procedures, customer requirements, and quality standards.
- Review completed work and inspection records for accuracy and completeness.
- Monitor job progress and communicate status, delays, or issues to supervisors and other teams.
- Help ensure inspection equipment and tools are available, maintained, and used correctly.
- Promote safe work practices, identify hazards, and report incidents or unsafe conditions.
- Keep the work area clean, organized, and ready for incoming work.
- Assist with resolving routine workflow or quality issues and escalate concerns when needed.
- Support onboarding and coaching of new employees.
- Experience in an inspection, manufacturing, maintenance, or industrial facility.
- Previous team-lead or supervisory experience preferred.
- Ability to read and follow work instructions, procedures, and inspection documentation.
- Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
- Attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality.
- Ability to work on the floor and perform the physical duties required by the facility.
- Relevant inspection certifications or technical training preferred, depending on the work performed