Lead and coordinate daily production activities to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets
Assign work, balance labor, and ensure adequate coverage for production needs
Monitor production output, downtime, scrap, and efficiency; escalate issues as needed
Ensure adherence to standard work instructions, SOPs, and production schedules
Provide day-to-day direction, coaching, and support to production team members
Train new hires and cross-train team members to support operational flexibility
Promote a positive, respectful, and accountable work environment
Support performance management through feedback, attendance monitoring, and documentation
Enforce safety rules, PPE usage, and safe work practices at all times
Conduct safety talks, audits, and incident investigations as required
Ensure products meet quality standards and support root-cause analysis for defects
Partner with Quality and Engineering to implement corrective actions
Identify and drive improvement opportunities related to safety, quality, productivity, and cost
Participate in Lean, Kaizen, 5S, or other continuous improvement initiatives
Support process improvements, equipment optimization, and waste reduction efforts
Communicate production goals, priorities, and shift handoffs clearly
Escalate equipment issues, material shortages, and staffing concerns promptly
Maintain accurate production, downtime, and labor records in ERP/MES systems
Collaborate with Maintenance, Quality, Planning, and Supply Chain teams
Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED required
3-5+ years of manufacturing or production experience
1-3 years of experience in a lead, senior operator, or supervisory capacity
Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma exposure or certification
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and production workflows
Basic computer skills (ERP/MES systems, Microsoft Office)
Requirements
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, or related field
Experience in a regulated manufacturing environment (ISO, FDA, GMP, etc.)
Strong leadership, coaching, and conflict-resolution skills
Clear verbal and written communication
Problem-solving and root-cause analysis capabilities
Ability to work in a fast-paced, hands-on manufacturing environment
High attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality
Benefits
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States full-time and will not require sponsorship either now or in the future to obtain an employment visa.
Additional Information
Job Summary:
The Production Team Lead is responsible for overseeing daily manufacturing operations within an assigned area, shift, or production line. This role provides hands-on leadership to production employees, ensures safety, quality, and productivity standards are met, and supports continuous improvement initiatives. The Team Lead serves as the primary link between operators and management, driving performance, engagement, and operational excellence.
Spectris · Marlborough, MA