Team Leader Operations

Thermo Fisher Scientific•Hillsboro, OR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Team Lead of Manufacturing leads a team of hourly colleagues in a test and assembly manufacturing environment. The role provides day-to-day oversight of departmental goals for Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, Productivity, and Employee Development. It also includes maintaining and repairing specialized equipment according to established parameters and specifications, while collaborating with the broader manufacturing team. The position is based at Thermo Fisher Scientific’s Hillsboro site, which produces electron microscopes and their components.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 2 years of education or equivalent experience demonstrating the required skills; military technical training may be considered in lieu of a technical degree.
At least 5 years of manufacturing experience, including at least 2 years of leadership experience.
Experience with low-volume, highly complex manufacturing processes.
Demonstrated ability to lead a team successfully.
Experience using Windows-based programs and Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Access.
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.
Ability to sit or stand in a cleanroom for an 8-hour shift.
Ability to use multimeters, oscilloscopes, soldering irons, and similar tools.
Knowledge of electronics manufacturing, equipment repair, high voltage, and ultra-high vacuum.
Ability to read work instructions and schematic drawings and perform basic troubleshooting of tools down to the component and software level.
Ability to analyze and address problems independently and collaboratively.
Ability to support projects, provide training, and work efficiently as part of a cohesive team.
Strong interpersonal skills and a self-motivated, self-starting approach.
Strong interest in learning new skills.
Demonstrated ability to develop team members to their full potential.
Comfort operating in a cleanroom while using appropriate personal protective equipment.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to partner with colleagues from differing cultural, language, and educational backgrounds.

Nice To Haves

Experience in electronics and proficiency in ultra-high vacuum.
Experience in lean manufacturing, 6S, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

Serve as the first line of response when manufacturing team members encounter problems.
Report results and execution barriers to upper management.
Support employee development by creating individual development plans, coaching and training team members, conducting performance evaluations, and exchanging feedback.
Administer time cards and manage overtime.
Track PTO and overall attendance.
Plan and track daily and weekly production metrics to monitor work in progress.
Facilitate regular team meetings to provide and receive workload updates.
Resolve production problems in real time.
Oversee and drive the 6S program in areas of ownership.
Maintain and repair specialized equipment to established parameters and specifications.