Production Team Lead- 1st Shift

About the role

The Production Team Lead coordinates first-shift production activities in a regulated medical device environment, working alongside the team to meet weekly output and quality goals. This is a hands-on working lead role, approximately 50–75% of time is spent in direct production using microscopes and semi-automated equipment, with the remainder dedicated to tracking key metrics (output per hour, yield), ensuring GMP/GDP compliance, supporting training, and managing shift logistics.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate day-to-day production activities of the first-shift production team
• Participate in manufacturing with the team while monitoring overall production goals
• Serve as first point of contact for production flow, issues, and escalation to management
• Manage information transfer between 1st and 2nd shift
• Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and related SOPs
• Maintain accurate records and documentation per GDP and SOPs
• Track and implement corrective action protocols
• Reinforce workplace standards and company policies through modeling and communication
• Drive continuous improvement in production and product quality with management
• Troubleshoot robotics and automation equipment; coordinate advanced support as needed

Requirements

• 3 to 5 years of related manufacturing experience in a regulated medical device or electronics assembly environment
• Previous experience acting as a working lead, senior technician, or informal team lead supporting production teams
• Solid understanding of Good Documentation Practices (GDP), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)
• Familiarity with FDA regulations and quality processes
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and large Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems

Qualifications

• Experience in production management, assembly, and process improvement
• Knowledge of cleanroom operations and medical device assembly
• Experience with robotics and automation

Skills

• Strong production background
• A quality-first mindset
• The ability to lead by example on the floor

Benefits

• Paid Time Off and 10 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• IVF Coverage to support family building needs
• GAP Insurance
• Basic Life and AD&D Coverage
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Optional AFLAC Supplemental Policies
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Account

Pay

$25 - $28 / hr

Schedule

Monday through Friday, 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM

Location

Fully onsite cleanroom environment, San Diego, CA