THA-Manufacturing Team Lead (2nd Shift)

Description

Why Join Us: When you become a part of Spartronics, you're joining a team of dedicated and talented, individuals who share a common goal - to win as one. We value talent, innovation, and a hunger for growth. Here, you'll have the opportunity to work with industry leaders in Aerospace & Defense, Medical & Life Science, and Industrial markets where our customers put full trust in us to deliver the most complex, highly regulated products that have to work the first time, every time.

Job Summary:

At Spartronics, our Team Leaders play a crucial role in guiding and inspiring team members in production assembly and machine operations. They focus on executing the production plan and fostering the growth of their teammates. By prioritizing quality and output, they promote a culture of continuous improvement. Together, our leaders and team members collaborate to identify opportunities for improvement, striving for excellence through innovation and teamwork. We’re excited to achieve our goals and support each other along the way!

Responsibilities:

• Promote and ensure that all team members follow industry-standard health and safety guidelines.
• Ensure quality objectives are met, and address any incidents of non-compliance with quality standards.
• Assist in quality improvement to achieve quality metric goals.
• Balance daily tasks to fulfill the production plan.
• Escalate issues that impact safety, product quality, and production schedule.
• Perform daily problem-solving activities with the assistance of management and engineering teams.
• Lead process improvement, monitor performance, mentor team members, and provide coaching.
• Ensure team members can contribute to all assemblies and efficiently move products.
• Streamline and accelerate the manufacturing process to achieve optimal efficiency in product production, ensuring timely delivery and exceptional quality.
• Complete work order cleanup and preventative maintenance to meet goals.
• Reduce assembly time and maintain a clean, organized production floor.
• Provide feedback on effective leadership, conflict management, and team morale support.
• Model and promote Spartronics’ Company Values: Unity, Accountability, Transparency, and Respect.
• Set the standard for professional conduct, communication, and decision-making across the production floor.

Production Work Schedule

• The schedule is a 4-day/10-hour work week, working a minimum of 10 hours a day overseeing the team.
• Shift 2: Monday 4:00 PM – Thursday 2:30 AM; with a $1.50 shift differential.
• Overtime (OT): The goal is to limit overtime, but it is a reality in manufacturing.

Requirements

Education and Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• 3 years plus experience in manufacturing operations.
• 2 years plus experience in a supervisory capacity managing people.
• 1 year of experience as a Back-Up Lead will qualify as supervisory experience.
• Passion for the success, development, and engagement of team members.
• Strong proficiency in performance management and conflict resolution to enhance team development and collaboration.
• Knowledge of product manufacturing and QMS.
• Basic understanding of lean manufacturing- waste reduction and improvement.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must be U.S. persons within the definition of ITAR, with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. DoD Security Clearance. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e., 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in a business or technical field.
• Experience in aerospace, defense, or medical device manufacturing.
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001, AS9100, or ISO 13485 standards.
• Formal training in supervision, lean, or quality systems.

Key Metrics and Focus Areas

• Daily production and quality performance against goals.
• Team compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Timeliness of issue resolution and effectiveness of communication.
• Build and maintain a culture of accountability, recognition, and continuous improvement.
• Reinforcement of company values across all levels of the team.

Physical Requirements / Essential Functions

• Regularly walk the production floor and monitor active work areas.
• Lift or move items up to 30 lbs and assist with hands-on tasks when needed.
• Perform desk-based work, including data review and reporting.
• Flexibility to work extended hours or alternate shifts as required.

Join Our Journey:

If you're ready to be a part of something extraordinary, challenge the status quo, and shape the future, then we want to hear from you. Together, we'll continue to win, while we build products lives depend on.

Our Benefits:

• Full range of medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• HSA/FSA options.
• 401(k) with Company match.
• Paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) promote a healthy work-life balance and improve overall well-being.
• Company-paid life and disability insurance.
• Basic Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance (company paid), with options to increase coverage amounts.
• Voluntary insurance plans at a group discount.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program.
• Opportunities to grow and excel in the Electronics Manufacturing industry at a company that values promotions and learning from within. Every day is different, challenging, and rewarding.

Compensation: Compensation is based on work experience in manufacturing, education, and prior work experience in electronics manufacturing.

Grow Your Career with Spartronics:
At Spartronics, quality is more than a department — it’s part of everything we do. You’ll join a team that values precision, collaboration, and continuous improvement while supporting products that make a real-world impact.
If you’re ready to build your future with a company that values craftsmanship, accountability, and innovation, apply today.  

Spartronics is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veteran/Disabled 41 CFR 60-1.4. We comply with federal Affirmative Action guidelines in all employment opportunities for qualified employees and applicants.

Employment at Spartronics is considered at-will, meaning that either the employee or Spartronics may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, and with or without prior notification.