Team Leader, Manufacturing

Job Title: Team Leader, Manufacturing
Location: Ward Hill, MA 01835
Duration: 12 months
Shift time: 6:00am 2:30pm

Job Description: The primary responsibilities include day-to-day oversight of departmental goals for Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, Productivity and Employee Development. Additional duties include maintaining and repairing specialized equipment to established parameters and specifications. This position collaborates with the entire manufacturing team.

High school diploma or equivalent required 2+ years of experience operating a Scanning Electron MicroProduct, troubleshooting and electronic equipment repair OR a combination of education and experience that demonstrates the required skills Minimum of a 2-year associate degree in a technical field like Electronic Engineering Technology, Microelectronics or Mechatronics preferred Military Technical Training in lieu of a technical degree may also be consideredPreferred Experience Experience with low volume, highly complex manufacturing processes Demonstrated ability in successfully leading a team of colleagues 5+ years of manufacturing experience with at least 2 years in a leadership role At least 2 years of validated experience in a job-related industry with proficiency in operating Scanning Electron MicroProducts & Mechanical and Electrical complex high-tech equipment repair Experience working in the field of Electronics and proficiency in Ultra High Vacuum strongly preferred Experience with troubleshooting Scanning Electron MicroProducts down to the component level Experience in lean manufacturing, 6S and continuous improvement a plus Experience with Windows-based and MS Office programs a plus (Word, Excel, Outlook and Access)Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Ability to lift up to 35lbs Ability to use Multimeters, OscilloProducts, Soldering Irons, etc. Knowledge of Scanning Electron MicroProducts, data acquisition, taking SEM images and measurements Knowledge of Electronics Manufacturing, Equipment Repair, High Voltage, and Ultra High Vacuum Ability to read work instructions and schematic drawings while performing basic troubleshooting of tools down to the component and software level Ability to analyze and address problems independently as well as collaboratively Ability to support projects, perform training and work efficiently as part of cohesive teams Self-motivated, self-starter with strong interpersonal skills Demonstrated skills in developing subordinates to their best potential. Team building, coaching, and mentoring skills. Conflict resolution

Proven track record with optimally working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment Comfortable operating in a cleanroom environment using appropriate PPE


Employee Development: Individual Development Plans, Providing Coaching and Training
Performance Management: updates weekly, daily/hourly production metrics and facilitates regular team meetings
Facilitating team participation
Resolving production problems
Conducting performance evaluations
Giving and receiving employee feedback
Feedback Provides written end of shift performance updates to Production Supervisor
Oversee continuous improvement (PPI) initiatives/activities within the department
Lead, participate and/or support meetings; monitor project progress, report out on key metrics
Analyze procedures and production methods to improve quality, costs and/or productivity
Conduct regular audits/GEMBA walks & implement improvements identified
Define & drive safety initiatives
Oversee & drive 6S program in areas of ownership
First line of response for Manufacturing Team when they face equipment failure
Identify and solve issues with circuit boards, cabling, and vacuum pumps
Conduct routine preventative maintenance on sophisticated electronics
Monitor equipment uptime using Key Performance Indicators and preemptively plan/schedule equipment repairs
Install and qualify new Scanning Electron MicroProduct capital test equipment on an as needed basis