Defense Manufacturing Lead: Safety, Quality & Growth

Advanced Thin Films; Longmont (CO); On-site; USD 76,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) matching

PTO

Job summary

Advanced Thin Films designs and manufactures high-performance optical components for advanced laser applications serving demanding commercial and defense markets. The Production Supervisor, Defense leads daily manufacturing operations with safety, quality, and productivity at the forefront, and drives continuous improvement across the floor.

Working with Planning, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain, this hands-on role prioritizes priorities, supports customer commitments, and elevates team

Qualifications

• 7+ years in a technical manufacturing environment with leadership experience.
• Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field preferred.
• Experience with Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.
• Experience with production planning, scheduling, and capacity management.
• Experience in cleanroom/ESD-controlled environments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily manufacturing operations to meet safety, quality, delivery, and productivity goals.
• Translate production priorities into clear daily team expectations.
• Support cross-functional collaboration with Planning, Engineering, Quality and Supply Chain.
• Develop team capability and drive continuous improvement on the floor.
• Coach and develop employees, enforce standard work and 5S.
• Participate in MRB activities and resolve production issues quickly.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Problem solving

Leadership

Communication

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor's/BSc in Engineering or related field

Tools

JD Edwards ERP

Job description

Advanced Thin Films designs and manufactures high-performance optical components for advanced laser applications serving demanding commercial and defense markets. The Production Supervisor, Defense leads daily manufacturing operations with safety, quality, and productivity at the forefront, and drives continuous improvement across the floor.

Working with Planning, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain, this hands-on role prioritizes priorities, supports customer commitments, and elevates team