Production Team Lead

About the role

Lead a Team That Builds Products That Matter
At Spartronics, we build advanced electronic products used in Aerospace & Defense, Medical Devices, Life Sciences, and Industrial Technology. Our teams manufacture complex, high-reliability products that customers depend on every day—and we’re looking for a hands-on Production Team Lead to help drive quality, teamwork, and operational success.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and support production team members on daily manufacturing activities
• Assign and coordinate work based on production schedules and priorities
• Monitor productivity, quality, and on-time delivery performance
• Support continuous improvement and problem-solving initiatives
• Train and mentor employees on processes, workmanship standards, and best practices
• Help maintain compliance with AS9100, IPC, J-STD, and customer requirements
• Promote a positive, accountable, and team-oriented culture
• Ensure work instructions, documentation, and production records are completed accurately
• Support inventory control and material flow activities
• Maintain a safe, organized, and clean manufacturing environment

Technical Responsibilities

• Hands-on involvement in electronic and mechanical assembly processes such as:
• Electrical and mechanical assembly
• Cable and harness assembly
• Functional and continuity testing
• Soldering and inspection (training/certification available if needed)
• Reading schematics, wiring diagrams, and mechanical drawings
• Using hand tools, gauges, power tools, and manufacturing equipment

Requirements

• Education- Associate's Degree/Technical Degree Preferred; HS Diploma or GED required
• 5+ years of experience in electronics manufacturing, aerospace/defense manufacturing, or a related technical production environment
• 2+ years of leadership, supervisory, or team lead experience
• Experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to read work instructions, schematics, and manufacturing documentation
• Basic computer proficiency including Microsoft Office
• Ability to work onsite in Plaistow, NH
• Flexibility to support overtime when needed

Preferred Experience

• IPC/J-STD certifications
• EMS (Electronics Manufacturing Services) experience
• Aerospace & Defense manufacturing experience
• Experience with quality systems such as AS9100 or IPC standards
• Experience supporting continuous improvement initiatives

Benefits

• Competitive hourly compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid holidays and PTO
• Tuition reimbursement
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunities for career advancement and leadership growth
• A collaborative team environment where your ideas matter

Pay

Competitive hourly compensation

Schedule

This is a 1st Shift position. Our work hours are Monday-Thursday 6:30am-4pm and Friday 7am-11am. Overtime, as needed.