Manufacturing Team Lead - Sheet Metal

Protolabs•Nashua, NH

6d•$22 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

The Manufacturing Team Lead coordinates daily shift activities in a hands-on manufacturing environment, supporting CNC machining operations and providing technical guidance to help meet production goals. The role organizes workloads, trains and develops team members, promotes accountability and continuous improvement, and works with supervisors and cross-functional teams to support safety, quality, productivity, and operational performance. The position supports and performs CNC machining tasks including milling, finishing, and material handling, and operates Express, FCD, and A2 machines. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. The work is primarily performed in an indoor, air-conditioned, nonsmoking environment, with most duties in an office setting. Some work takes place in manufacturing areas, where machinery and noise are present. The role may also involve occasional outdoor work and exposure to moving mechanical parts, precarious heights, wet or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, chemicals, electrical hazards, and vibration.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent work experience.
At least 3 years of experience in a manufacturing or similar environment.
Exceptional leadership, communication, coaching, and conflict-resolution skills.
Demonstrated ability to lead and develop teams.
Knowledge of production processes, quality controls, and other techniques in the functional areas.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Ability to communicate clearly with a wide variety of people.
Good written and oral communication skills.
Strong attention to detail.
Strong problem-solving skills.
Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or foreign national granted refugee or asylee status; individuals with temporary visas are not eligible for hire in this role.

Nice To Haves

Previous manufacturing leadership experience.

Responsibilities

Support and perform CNC machining tasks, including milling, finishing, and material handling.
Operate Express, FCD, and A2 machines; load and unload parts; and move jobs through the process room, wax room, and finishing.
Load programs to machines, change and set tools, and adjust machine offsets as needed.
Promote a culture of safety and accountability and enforce quality, safety, and housekeeping guidelines.
Coordinate operations and activities with supervisors and other leads across shifts and functional areas; provide updates in daily or weekly meetings.
Organize, plan, and prioritize daily workloads and activities in the functional area.
Establish production sequences and assignments to meet production goals.
Identify, recommend, and implement measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, product quality, and efficiency.
Provide technical, systems, and process guidance and advice.
Encourage trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
Identify training needs and conduct training in equipment operation and work and safety procedures.
Observe staff technical performance and provide immediate guidance.
Motivate team members to meet deadlines and productivity goals.
Provide input to the supervisor for employee performance reviews.
Maintain a clean and organized work area, emphasizing safety, quality, efficiency, and utilization.
Continually seek to improve work processes and individual performance.