Operator V (Onsite)

Hardware FYI; Arizona; Presencial; USD 90.000 - 120.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary and 401k with match

Discretionary paid time off

Paid parental leave

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Fitness programs

Employee Resource Groups

Snack in offices

Descripción de la vacante

Axon is seeking a Manufacturing Lead onsite who will drive SQDIP execution across Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, Productivity, and People Development. You will lead production teams, coach Area Leads, and partner with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and EHS to meet key business objectives while elevating team capabilities and advancing your leadership career.

You will promote a safety-first culture, monitor performance, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve

Formación

• 5+ years in manufacturing operations with 2+ years in lead/supervisory role.
• Expertise in Lean Manufacturing and 7S.
• Strong coaching and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds and work in a manufacturing environment.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Responsabilidades

• Lead daily operational execution across assigned manufacturing departments, ensuring alignment with SQDIP metrics and customer demand.
• Promote a safety-first culture by monitoring safety performance, conducting audits, and collaborating with EHS specialists to implement preventative solutions.
• Coach, mentor, and develop Operators and Area Leads through regular 1:1 discussions, skill assessments, and workforce training progression.
• Serve as the primary operational point of contact for quality escalations, driving defect reduction initiatives through root cause analysis and corrective action.
• Partner with Planning, Supply Chain, and Production Control to manage WIP, material flow, inventory accuracy, and staffing strategies.
• Champion Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance throughput, OEE, and operational performance.

Conocimientos

Lean Manufacturing

7S methodologies

Root cause analysis

Coaching / mentorship

Cross-functional collaboration

Supervisory leadership

Educación

High School Diploma

Descripción del empleo

Join Axon and be a Force for Good.

At Axon, we’re on a mission to Protect Life. We’re explorers, pursuing society’s most critical safety and justice issues with our ecosystem of devices and cloud software. Like our products, we work better together. We connect with candor and care, seeking out diverse perspectives from our customers, communities and each other. Life at Axon is fast-paced, challenging and meaningful. Here, you’ll take ownership and drive real change. Constantly grow as you work hard for a mission that matters at a company where you matter.

Your Impact

The Manufacturing Lead serves as the primary operational leader for assigned manufacturing areas, driving departmental execution across Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, Productivity, and People Development (SQDIP). In this role, you will provide leadership to production teams, coach Area Leads and Operators, and foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence. You will partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and EHS to achieve key business objectives while elevating team capabilities and advancing your leadership career.

Location: Onsite
Reports to: Manufacturing Manager

What You’ll Do

• Lead daily operational execution across assigned manufacturing departments, ensuring alignment with SQDIP metrics and customer demand.
• Promote a safety-first culture by monitoring safety performance, conducting audits, and collaborating with EHS specialists to implement preventative solutions.
• Coach, mentor, and develop Operators and Area Leads through regular 1:1 discussions, skill assessments, and workforce training progression.
• Serve as the primary operational point of contact for quality escalations, driving defect reduction initiatives through root cause analysis and corrective action.
• Partner with Planning, Supply Chain, and Production Control to manage WIP, material flow, inventory accuracy, and staffing strategies.
• Champion Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance throughput, OEE, and operational performance.

What You Bring

• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing operations, with 2+ years in a lead, supervisory, training, or coordination role.
• Demonstrated expertise in Lean Manufacturing principles, 7S methodologies, and root cause analysis.
• Strong track record of coaching team members, driving cross-functional collaboration, and managing production metrics.
• Ability to move throughout the manufacturing environment and lift or position materials up to 50 pounds with or without accommodation.
• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent practical experience.

Benefits that Benefit You

• Competitive salary and 401k with employer match
• Discretionary paid time off
• Paid parental leave for all
• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Fitness Programs
• Emotional & Mental Wellness support
• Learning & Development programs
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
• And yes, we have snacks in our offices

Benefits listed herein may vary depending on the nature of your employment and the location where you work.

Don’t meet every single requirement? That's ok. At Axon, we Aim Far. We think big with a long-term view because we want to reinvent the world to be a safer, better place. We are also committed to building diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they check every box in the job description. If you’re excited about this role and our mission to Protect Life but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification listed here, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Important Notes

The above job description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all duties, responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. The job description may change or be supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions.

Some roles may also require legal eligibility to work in a firearms environment.

Axon’s mission is to Protect Life and is committed to the well-being and safety of its employees as well as Axon’s impact on the environment. All Axon employees must be aware of and committed to the appropriate environmental, health, and safety regulations, policies, and procedures. Axon employees are empowered to report safety concerns as they arise and activities potentially impacting the environment.

We are an equal opportunity employer that promotes justice, advances equity, values diversity and fosters inclusion. We’re committed to hiring the best talent — regardless of race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances — and empowering all of our employees so they can do their best work. If you have a disability or special need that requires assistance or accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please email [e-mail]. Please note that this email address is for accommodation purposes only. Axon will not respond to inquiries for other purposes.