Production Team Lead - Material Handling

Thorlabs; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Company paid life insurance

Generous PTO package

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Thorlabs in Newton, NJ seeks a production team lead to supervise a crew responsible for assembling and testing components and systems. You will prioritize work, read plans, and ensure on-time delivery while maintaining quality standards.

The ideal candidate has 2-5 years in production or assembly, a high school diploma, strong English communication, basic math, and proficiency with computers. Travel and PPE compliance may be required.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and communicate in English and perform basic math.
• Proficient using a computer.
• Troubleshooting and problem solving.
• Advanced knowledge of processes and operations.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Leads a team of employees and prioritizes work.
• Reads and follows plans and distributes jobs appropriately.
• Fulfills production duties and completes required paperwork.
• Ensures customizing demand is met.
• Organizes, leads, and trains employees to meet guidelines and time frames.
• Complies with company policies and safety requirements.
• Ensures management needs are met.
• Participates in interviews as needed.
• Informs planners of potential missed dates.

Skills

English communication

Basic math

Computer proficiency

Troubleshooting

Process knowledge

Organization skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

None

Job description

At Thorlabs, we design and manufacture components, instruments, and systems that transform the world by identifying, enabling, and accelerating key photonics (i.e., light-based) technologies. Backed by a dedicated workforce of more than 3,000 employees worldwide, Thorlabscontributes to cutting-edge research and real-world innovation.

Whether you're early in your career or bringing years of experience, you’ll find opportunities to grow, take ownership, and make meaningful contributions from day one. We know every employee brings unique talents and perspectives that fuel our success, and we seek driven individuals who are excited to make an impact in a fun, fast-moving culture.

The position oversees a Team in production of various products by performing the following duties. Although the location of the position is in Newton, NJ, from time to time it may be required to undertake duties at other Thorlabs locations.

Essential Job Functions include the following, but are not limited to:

• Leads a team of employees and prioritizes work.
• Reads and follows plans, material lists and guidelines and distributes jobs appropriately.
• Fulfills all regular production duties and completes required paperwork in a timely manner.
• Ensures specific customizing demand.
• Organizes, leads and trains employees to complete products within established guidelines and time frames.
• Complies with all company policies and procedures and safety requirements, including input into crewmember discipline and documentation.
• Ensures management needs are met and maintained.
• Participates in interviews as needed.
• Advises planners of potential missed dates.

In addition to the essential functions and duties listed above, all positions are also responsible for:

• Meeting company standards pertaining to quantity and quality of work performed on an ongoing basis, performing all work related tasks in a manner that is in compliance with all Company policies and procedures.
• Adhering to Company policies, procedures, and directives regarding standards of workplace behavior in completing job duties and assignments.

The Company retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Requirements

Physical Activities:

Work may be active, could stand or sit for long durations and/or perform repetitious work at times. The employee may lift or move objects up to 20 pounds. Employees must grasp, manipulate, or assemble parts and components that are often very small. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, however, may be noisy at times. Must be able to wear appropriate clothing and personal protective equipment such as but not limited to masks, glasses, gloves, and specialty garments. The required PPE and training allow for the safe handling and processing of chemicals like adhesives, lubricants and solvents, and safe operation of job related equipment and tools.

Qualifications Experience:

• 2-5 years' experience in production/assembly environment.

Education:

• High School education or equivalent

Specialized Knowledge and Skills:

• Ability to read and communicate in English, have basic math skills and be proficient using a computer.
• Troubleshooting and problem solving skills
• Advanced knowledge of processes and operations
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills

Benefits

Thorlabs offers a complete benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance, company paid life insurance, a generous PTO package, a 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement just to name a few.