Lead, Electronics Manufacturing Startup Operations

Molex; Georgetown (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Molex's Aerospace & Defense Solutions (ADS) division seeks a Production Supervisor to lead electronics manufacturing startup and ongoing operations in Georgetown, TX. You will guide a team of production associates and technicians, drive safety, quality, and efficiency, and help establish production processes and standards for a new facility.

This hands-on leadership role requires problem solving, adaptability, and collaboration with Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to ramp

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment
• 1+ year of experience in a leadership, supervisory, or team lead role
• Working knowledge of manufacturing metrics and production processes

Responsibilities

• Lead and engage a team of hourly production employees, focusing on safety, quality, delivery, and efficiency
• Support the startup and operational readiness of the new manufacturing facility, including implementation of production processes, workflows, and operating standards
• Partner with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and other teams to support equipment installation, production readiness, and process implementation
• Help establish effective shop-floor routines, standard work, training, and performance expectations as operations ramp up
• Foster a culture of accountability, ownership, collaboration, and continuous improvement across the production floor
• Monitor production KPIs and adjust staffing or workflow to meet targets without compromising quality or safety
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and performance feedback to team members to drive skill development and engagement
• Identify and resolve production challenges during startup and ongoing operations while driving sustainable process improvements
• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements

Skills

Leadership

Team lead

Manufacturing metrics

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Continuous improvement

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate or Bachelor's degree

Tools

ERP systems

Production tracking tools

Job description

Molex's Aerospace & Defense Solutions (ADS) division seeks a Production Supervisor to lead electronics manufacturing startup and ongoing operations in Georgetown, TX. You will guide a team of production associates and technicians, drive safety, quality, and efficiency, and help establish production processes and standards for a new facility.

This hands-on leadership role requires problem solving, adaptability, and collaboration with Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to ramp