Hermetic Machine Shop Lead

Essential of duties and responsibilities:

• Supervises and coordinates team activities ensuring production targets, quality requirements, and delivery schedules are met.
• Provides daily leadership and support for manual and CNC machining operations within the Hermetics department.
• Monitors production processes and workflow to ensure compliance with safety, quality, and operational standards.
• Coordinates production priorities through close communication with planners, the Hermetics Manager, and other department Team Leads.
• Assists with machine setup, troubleshooting, and operation of manual and CNC equipment as needed.
• Maintains production records and monitors the status of work orders.
• Ensures materials, tooling, and equipment are available to support production requirements.
• Trains and monitors team members on equipment operation, safety requirements, quality standards, and department procedures.
• Identifies and communicates production issues, bottlenecks, and improvement opportunities.
• Supports continuous improvement initiatives to increase productivity, quality, and efficiency.
• Responsible for shift handover communication, production updates, and completion status reporting.

Daily Tasks:

• Review production schedules, work orders, and shift handover notes.
• Conduct team meetings to communicate production priorities, safety topics, and daily expectations.
• Coordinate activities with planners to ensure timely completion of scheduled work.
• Monitor machining operations and provide technical support to operators.
• Verify that quality requirements and inspection criteria are being followed.
• Work closely with other Hermetics Team Leads to balance workload and support department goals.
• Track production output and communicate progress, delays, or concerns to management.
• Ensure work areas remain organized and compliant with 5S and safety standards.
• Assist in resolving machine, tooling, material, or production issues.
• Perform other related duties and assignments as required.

Education, prior work experience, specialized skills and knowledge required:

• High school or GED Equivalent
• Computer literate
• Experience in a manufacturing or machine shop environment required.
• Experience operating manual and CNC machining equipment are preferred.
• Ceramic industry experience and/or training preferred
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Leadership skills – able to motivate teams

Physical requirements:

• Manual lifting to 40 lbs.
• Good physical dexterity including reaching, lifting, standing, bending, and walking throughout the shift.
• Ability to safely operate manufacturing equipment and tools.
• Hand/eye coordination and attention to detail. 
   
   

Working conditions:

• Dusty & wet environment with temperature fluctuations 
• Elevated noise levels (hearing protection required)