Production Lead

Duties And Responsibilities

• Perform advanced-level assembly, testing, or machine operation work based on production needs.
• Provide daily on-the-floor direction, support, and technical guidance to technicians and operators.
• Train and mentor employees on processes, equipment, safety standards, and quality requirements.
• Oversee workflow, prioritize tasks, and help ensure adherence to production schedules.
• Verify the accuracy of travelers, documentation, work instructions, and material availability.
• Conduct in-process quality checks and document results as required.
• Identify workflow, equipment, or process issues and escalate to supervisors, engineering, or quality as appropriate.
• Support continuous improvement efforts including 5S, waste reduction, and process optimization.
• Communicate daily updates, priorities, and issues to supervisors and cross-functional teams.
• Provide feedback to leadership regarding employee performance, skill development, and training needs.

Qualifying Attributes And Skills

• Minimum of 3+ years of experience in electronic or electromechanical production.
• Advanced proficiency in assembly, testing, or machine operation.
• Demonstrated ability to guide, train, or support others on the floor.
• Prior experience as a team lead, trainer, or senior-level technician/operator.
• IPC certification or equivalent technical training.
• Strong technical understanding of manufacturing processes, equipment, and production flow.
• Able to coordinate workflow and respond to real-time production needs.
• Effective communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Able to work independently and lead by example with professionalism and consistency.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
• Ability to work in a production environment with machinery, small components, solder, epoxy, and test equipment.

Benefits

• Fully funded retirement savings plan with matching contributions.
• Health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Elective flexible spending and dependent care accounts.
• Company-paid and elective life insurance, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability.
• Company-paid mental health and EAP services.
• Generous paid time off (PTO).
• Employee discount program (LifeMart via ADP).
• Tuition reimbursement for qualifying degrees and certifications.