Team Leader, Manufacturing

Job Title: Team Leader, Manufacturing
Job Location: Ward Hill, MA 01835
Job Duration: 12 Months (possibility of extension)
Shift: 6:00am - 2:30pm
Payrate: $35.00/ hr. on w2

Job Summary:

• 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.

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 Micro Product capital test equipment on an as needed basis.

Required Education and Experience:

• 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.
• Military Technical Training in lieu of a technical degree may also be considered.

Preferred Education and 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 Micro Products & 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 Micro Products 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, Oscillo Products, Soldering Irons, etc.
• Knowledge of Scanning Electron Micro Products, 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.