Manufacturing Team Lead - 1st Shift

Merrimack Manufacturing; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Merrimack Manufacturing, a medical device manufacturer in the Manchester Millyard, is seeking a Manufacturing Team Lead. The role requires overseeing assembly, testing, and documentation of mechanical and electrical assemblies, while monitoring line efficiency and safety on site.

The candidate should have hands-on manufacturing experience with leadership, strong communication, and a proven ability to drive production while meeting quality standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment with at least 1-year lead experience
• Knowledge of production practices and procedures in a cGMP & GDP environment
• Experience with assembly, testing and the documentation of mechanical and electrical devices
• Possess excellent interpersonal skills and ability to relate effectively with all team members
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively relate with team members and management
• Strong ability to motivate, lead, and give directions to team members
• Willingness to undertake various tasks and adapt to unexpected situations within dynamic environment
• Medical device manufacturing experience preferred
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and basic computer skills
• Good hand eye coordination and manual dexterity required
• Willingness to attend leadership trainings and other trainings as needed
• Other assignments as assigned by management

Responsibilities

• Monitor workers during production activities to ensure adherence to ethics and safety procedures
• Evaluate manufacturing equipment for safety and functionality
• Ensure products meet quality standards obtainable in the industry
• Lead workers to enhance production quantity while maintaining quality
• Check finished products to ensure standards are met before use
• Keep records of line performance
• Serve as liaison between workers and management to improve communication
• Follow production schedule for timely project execution
• Ensure work materials are available when needed
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and participate in safety trainings
• Participate in continuous improvement as part of a cross-functional team
• Maintain Clean Room integrity and proper attire as applicable
• Adhere to ISO, QSR, and FDA regulations

Skills

Line leadership

cGMP & GDP knowledge

Documentation

Interpersonal skills

Verbal & written communication

Team motivation

Safety compliance

Microsoft Office

Adaptability

Quality assurance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Merrimack Manufacturing is a medical device manufacturer located in the Manchester Millyard. We are a growing manufacturing company that will play a crucial part in bringing innovative and life changing products to life.

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Merrimack Manufacturing is a medical device manufacturer located in the Manchester Millyard. We are a growing manufacturing company that will play a crucial part in bringing innovative and life changing products to life.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Merrimack Manufacturing is looking for a Manufacturing Team Lead to perform various functions in ensuring production processes run efficiently and effectively. They must have excellent attention to detail, be self-sufficient in assembly, testing and documentation of mechanical and electrical assemblies. The Team Lead will know all processes and procedures on the line and be able to monitor workers and the efficiency of the line.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Monitor workers on site during production activities to ensure adherence to ethics and safety procedures
• Evaluate manufacturing equipment for safety and functionality
• Ensure that products and goods manufactured meet quality standards obtainable in the industry
• Lead workers to enhance production quantity and at the same time maintain high production standards.
• Check finished products to ensure quality, and that industry standards are met before they are declared ready for use
• Keep records of line performance
• Work as middleman between workers and management to create healthy communication
• Follow and contribute to production schedule for the execution of projects in a timely manner
• Ensure that work materials are present when needed
• Maintain neat, orderly and clean work area to ensure efficiency and no safety hazards. Participate in safety programs, meetings, and trainings as required. Bring safety concerns to the attention of management
• Participate in continuous improvement activities as part of a cross-functional team
• Maintain Clean Room integrity by using proper attire and adherence to Clean Room environment practices and procedures as applicable
• Adhere to general safety rules, manufacturing procedures, company policies and procedures, ISO, QSR, and FDA regulations

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Minimum of 3 years hands‑on experience in a manufacturing environment with at least 1-year lead experience (preferred)
• Knowledge of production practices and procedures in a cGMP & GDP environment
• Experience with assembly, testing and the documentation of mechanical and electrical devices
• Possess excellent interpersonal skills and ability to relate effectively with all members of the team from various backgrounds
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively relate with team members and the management
• Strong ability to motivate, lead, and give directions to team members
• Willingness to undertake various tasks and adapt to unexpected situations within dynamic company environment
• Medical device manufacturing experience preferred
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and basic computer skills.
• Good hand eye coordination and manual dexterity required
• Willingness to attend leadership trainings and any other trainings that management determines valuable to a lead’s role
• Other assignments as assigned by management

EDUCATION

H.S. Diploma or GED.