Lead, Fiber Optic Testing & Manufacturing

SubCom; Newington (NH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Vacation and sick leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

SubCom is seeking a Lead for the Testing group within OPS to coordinate daily testing activities and provide day-to-day guidance to QS 1,2, and 3 Technicians. You will partner with Engineering, Quality, and Operations to resolve issues and drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The role requires 5+ years in manufacturing, 4+ years fiber optic splicing, and 4+ years clean room experience; strong Lean/5S knowledge and ability to train others are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment; previous experience as a Senior Manufacturing Associate (SMA), Lead SMA, or equivalent technical lead role preferred.
• 4+ years of fiber optic splicing experience.
• 4+ years of clean room experience.
• Strong working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and 5S principles.
• Demonstrated ability to provide technical guidance and support within a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support the daily workload of the Testing group, including QS 1,2 and 3 Technicians.
• Assist in establishing daily testing priorities and coordinating resources and cross-training activities to meet safety, quality, delivery, and productivity objectives.
• Provide technical guidance, instruction, and support to the Testers to ensure effective execution test procedures, work instructions, data entry requirements, and product acceptance criteria.
• Monitor testing performance, equipment readiness, labor utilization, capacity, WIP levels, and departmental metrics, escalating concerns as appropriate.
• Partner with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations to resolve testing issues, support new product introductions, coordinate rework activities, and implement process improvements.
• Support the training and qualification of employees in accordance with applicable procedures, work instructions, quality requirements, and safety standards.
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement through participation in Gemba walks, audits, and problem-solving activities.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized testing area by reinforcing 5S, proper handling of product and equipment, and adherence to ESD, cleanroom, and safety requirements where applicable.
• Communicate testing status, risks, failures, and improvement opportunities to supervisors and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Serve as a subject matter expert and resource for testing processes, equipment, and troubleshooting activities.
• Support business needs and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

5S

Troubleshooting

Training & mentoring

Electro-mechanical assembly

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Electro-mechanical assembly tools

Cleanroom equipment

Job description

SubCom is seeking a Lead for the Testing group within OPS to coordinate daily testing activities and provide day-to-day guidance to QS 1,2, and 3 Technicians. You will partner with Engineering, Quality, and Operations to resolve issues and drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The role requires 5+ years in manufacturing, 4+ years fiber optic splicing, and 4+ years clean room experience; strong Lean/5S knowledge and ability to train others are essential.