Production Lead

Particle Measuring Systems•Niwot, CO

1d•$28 - $37

About The Position

We are looking for a Production Lead who will contribute to the success of the Operations team, applying their expertise in assembly, testing, and calibration of electronic, mechanical, and optical sub-assemblies and equipment to support the achievement of team and company goals and deliver innovative, reliable solutions. This role helps align priorities and processes, provides guidance, and fosters an environment where team members can thrive and contribute at their best. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, decision-making, and communication skills; build collaborative relationships; and maintain a commitment to professional excellence, quality and continuous improvement. The Production Lead is responsible for coordinating daily work assignments, supporting safety, quality and throughput goals, and ensuring adherence to documented processes and operational controls. This role acts as a working leader, contributing directly to production while guiding team performance, communicating priorities, and resolving issues that impact delivery or product quality.

Requirements

Minimum 3 years of related manufacturing experience required
Experience supporting production across multiple lines or product families, with the ability to quickly adapt to assigned operations
Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methods
Ability to interpret work instructions, quality data, and production schedules
Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Customer focus, maintaining strong commitment to meeting internal and external customer expectations
Ability to learn and use company systems and standard computer programs

Nice To Haves

Prior leadership or team coordination experience preferred

Responsibilities

Works closely with the Production Supervisor, leading day-to-day production activities for assigned cells or lines to meet output, quality, and delivery targets.
Serves as primary point of contact when Production Supervisor is unavailable
Communicate schedules, priorities, and work assignments clearly to team members
Monitor workflow and respond quickly to production constraints, quality concerns, or delivery risks
Perform production, assembly, or technical tasks as needed to maintain flow and resolve issues
Observe team performance, identify gaps and provide real-time feedback and coaching
Support training, cross-training, standard work adherence, and knowledge transfer
Communicate quality data, metrics, and issues within the team and to cross-functional stakeholders
Support continuous improvement, Lean/SBS processes, and visual management initiatives
Promote and maintain a Safety First culture, supporting and enforcing environmental, health, and safety (EHS) initiatives
Ensure compliance with ISO standards, ESD requirements, and all applicable safety and operational procedures
Other duties as assigned