2nd Shift Conformal Coating Lab Manager

Leidos • Huntsville, AL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Leidos’ Defense Systems Electronic Manufacturing Facility is seeking a Conformal Coating Lab Manager to lead the second-shift technician team responsible for conformal coating Printed Circuit Board Assemblies (PCBAs). The work includes manual coating processes and automated dispensing equipment. When necessary, the manager may also oversee second-shift PCBA lab work such as press fit, selective solder, and other PCBA processes.

The role manages day-to-day operations, coordinates with project teams and production control on schedule and cost, provides employee feedback, handles disciplinary matters, reviews and approves timesheets, and enforces company policies. The manager also works with peers to share best practices and maintains 5S practices in the lab. The position requires U.S. citizenship and a final Secret clearance, or eligibility to obtain and maintain one.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and 4–8 years of prior relevant experience, or a master’s degree and 2–6 years of prior relevant experience; alternatively, a high school diploma or GED and 8 years of experience.
• Strong experience working with teams.
• Ability to multitask and meet multiple objectives over similar time periods.
• Ability to stand for up to 4 hours daily.
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds.
• MES (Solumina or Aegis) build-tracking experience.
• Basic computer skills for assembly tasks, including retrieving manufacturing documentation, updating router steps in the system, and communicating through email and Excel spreadsheets.
• U.S. citizenship and a final Secret clearance, or eligibility to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Current or prior J-STD-001 certification.
• Knowledge of PCBA conformal coating processes.
• Experience leading a team.
• Experience working second shift.
• MES (Solumina or Aegis) build-tracking experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day second-shift PCBA conformal coating operations.
• When necessary, manage second-shift PCBA lab operations, including press fit, selective solder, and other PCBA processes.
• Communicate schedule and cost updates to project teams and production control.
• Provide employee feedback and address disciplinary matters.
• Review and approve timesheets and verify their accuracy.
• Enforce and follow applicable company policies.
• Engage with peers to share best practices.
• Maintain 5S best practices in the lab.
• Lead a team of certified technicians.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager