Production Team Lead (2nd Shift)

The Panther Group; New Boston (NH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

The Panther Group is seeking an experienced Production Team Lead to join a growing medical device manufacturing operation in New Boston, NH. This hands‑on leadership role guides production teams, troubleshoots issues, and ensures safety, quality, and efficiency on the 2nd shift.

Responsibilities include coordinating daily activities, training staff, and serving as a laser operator and technical resource. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential in this fast‑paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of previous production or manufacturing experience.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent problem‑solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented manufacturing environment.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple production priorities.
• Ability to follow established manufacturing procedures, quality standards, and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands‑on leadership and daily support to production employees in a laser manufacturing environment.
• Assist the Production Supervisor with coordinating workflow, assigning tasks, and maintaining production schedules.
• Perform laser operating duties while serving as a technical resource for the production team.
• Assign work based on employee skills, experience, and production priorities.
• Train and mentor employees on manufacturing processes, equipment operation, quality standards, and safety procedures.
• Monitor production activities to ensure compliance with established procedures and customer requirements.
• Identify and troubleshoot first‑level production issues, escalating more complex problems to minimize downtime.
• Monitor productivity, quality, and throughput to ensure production objectives are consistently achieved.
• Communicate daily production expectations, performance results, and operational concerns to team members and management.
• Maintain accurate production documentation, including daily production sheets, reports, and customer records.
• Verify production counts and ensure timely, accurate entry of information into customer databases.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Detail orientation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Production Team Lead (2nd Shift)

Position Overview

The Panther Group is seeking an experienced Production Team Lead to join a growing medical device manufacturing operation in New Boston, NH. This is a hands‑on leadership opportunity for a motivated manufacturing professional who enjoys working directly with production teams, solving technical challenges, and maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency. The Production Team Lead will support the Production Supervisor in coordinating daily manufacturing activities while also performing duties as a skilled Laser Operator. This position is responsible for guiding team members, monitoring production performance, troubleshooting first‑level issues, and ensuring production goals are met safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide hands‑on leadership and daily support to production employees in a laser manufacturing environment.
• Assist the Production Supervisor with coordinating workflow, assigning tasks, and maintaining production schedules.
• Perform laser operating duties while serving as a technical resource for the production team.
• Assign work based on employee skills, experience, and production priorities.
• Train and mentor employees on manufacturing processes, equipment operation, quality standards, and safety procedures.
• Monitor production activities to ensure compliance with established procedures and customer requirements.
• Identify and troubleshoot first‑level production issues, escalating more complex problems to minimize downtime.
• Monitor productivity, quality, and throughput to ensure production objectives are consistently achieved.
• Communicate daily production expectations, performance results, and operational concerns to team members and management.
• Maintain accurate production documentation, including daily production sheets, reports, and customer records.
• Verify production counts and ensure timely, accurate entry of information into customer databases.
• Coordinate the movement of materials and finished products throughout the production area.
• Ensure employees have the necessary materials, supplies, and resources to complete assigned work.
• Assist with preparing finished goods for shipment to customers.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, quality, and operational efficiency.
• Provide feedback to supervisors regarding employee performance, production challenges, and opportunities for improvement.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of previous production or manufacturing experience.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent problem‑solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented manufacturing environment.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple production priorities.
• Ability to follow established manufacturing procedures, quality standards, and safety requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a manufacturing team lead or supervisory support role.
• Experience operating laser manufacturing equipment.
• Background in medical device manufacturing or precision manufacturing.
• Inventory management experience.
• Experience training employees, coordinating workflow, or supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Pay

Pay $22-30 per hour DOE