Assembly Line Supervisor – Mechanical Systems

The Junior Assembly Line Supervisor – Mechanical Systems is responsible for assisting in the daily operations of a mechanical assembly line. This role supports the senior supervisor in overseeing assembly activities, ensuring product quality, production efficiency, and adherence to safety and operational procedures. The junior supervisor serves as a frontline leader and liaison between technicians, quality, and production planning teams.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Daily Line Supervision:

   • Monitor day-to-day mechanical assembly operations on the production line.

   • Ensure timely execution of scheduled work orders in accordance with production targets.

2. Team Coordination:

   • Assist in assigning tasks to assembly technicians and operators.

   • Provide guidance and support to team members to ensure quality and efficiency.

3. Quality Assurance Support:

   • Conduct in-process checks to ensure assemblies meet quality and mechanical standards.

   • Report and escalate any non-conformities or deviations from specifications.

4. Tool & Equipment Oversight:

   • Ensure proper use and care of tools, fixtures, and assembly equipment.

   • Report tool or equipment malfunctions promptly for maintenance.

5. Inventory & Materials Handling:

   • Support materials flow by checking availability of components and tools at workstations.

   • Communicate material shortages or issues to the planning or inventory team.

6. Safety & Compliance:

   • Enforce workplace safety standards and PPE compliance on the assembly floor.

   • Report safety incidents or near-misses immediately to the senior supervisor.

7. Documentation & Reporting:

   • Maintain basic production records, time logs, and first-level troubleshooting data.

   • Assist in updating standard operating procedures (SOPs) when required.

Key Focus Areas:

• Support to Production Line Efficiency

• Mechanical Assembly Monitoring

• Quality Control & In-Process Checks

• Safety & Compliance

• Hands-On Team Support

Required Skills & Competencies:

Technical Knowledge:

• Understanding of mechanical system components and basic assembly principles.

• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, BOMs, and work instructions.

Communication & Coordination:

• Good interpersonal skills to work with operators, maintenance, and quality teams.

• Clear verbal and written communication for reporting and escalation.

Organizational Skills:

• Time management and prioritization in a fast-paced production environment.

• Attention to detail for quality and safety enforcement.

Problem Solving:

• Ability to identify basic assembly issues and assist in troubleshooting or escalation.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Education:

  • Diploma or ITI in Mechanical Engineering, Production Technology, or related field (required)

  • B.E./B.Tech (preferred but not required for junior role)

• Experience:

  • 1–3 years of experience in mechanical assembly, manufacturing, or production supervision

  • Exposure to lean manufacturing, 5S, or TPM practices is a plus