Team Lead Sr

CoorsTek; United States; On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits

Company-Matched 401K

HSA with Company Contribution

Wellness Reimbursement Program

Job summary

CoorsTek's Center for Advanced Materials in Golden, CO seeks a Senior Team Lead for Advanced Materials Processing. This hands-on leadership role directs operators, leads safety and quality initiatives, and drives continuous improvement in ceramic powder production.

You will partner with engineering and planning to optimize throughput and maintain high standards. The role emphasizes process optimization, hands-on equipment work, and strong team development in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Education as stated: HS diploma required; associate/bachelor preferred.
• 3-5 years in advanced manufacturing or powder production environments.
• Experience leading technical teams in a manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct daily activities of operators producing ceramic powders.
• Meet production schedules with emphasis on quality, yield, and on-time delivery.
• Operate and set up advanced materials processing equipment per standards.
• Maintain clean, safe work environment; ensure PPE compliance.
• Coach, mentor, and perform performance feedback for team members.
• Drive continuous improvement and troubleshoot production issues.

Skills

Team leadership

Coaching

Data interpretation

Safety & quality

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate or Bachelor in Materials Science/Engineering

Tools

Production tracking tools

Basic computer systems

Job description

Job Title Team Lead Sr Responsible for directing activities of workers involved in and producing parts using technical and complex equipment in an assigned area. Leads and encourages a collaborative team environment dedicated to meeting departmental goals and objectives. Maintains work area cleanliness. Working supervisor for a team of workers including conducting/providing input on performance reviews, hiring, coaching, and disciplinary actions.

Position Summary The Senior Team Lead for Advanced Materials Processing is responsible for leading daily operations within the ceramic powder production area at CoorsTek’s Center for Advanced Materials. This role oversees a team producing high-performance ceramic powders that are critical to the company’s advanced materials and semiconductor solutions. As a working leader, this individual combines hands‑on technical expertise with team leadership, ensuring safe, efficient, and high‑quality production while fostering a collaborative, high‑performance culture. The role also plays a key part in continuous improvement, process optimization, and alignment with broader manufacturing and business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Leadership & Execution Lead and direct daily activities of operators producing ceramic powders using complex and technical processing equipment Ensure production schedules are met with a strong focus on quality, yield, and on-time delivery Operate and support setup of advanced materials processing equipment, ensuring adherence to work instructions and process standards Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment, ensuring compliance with all safety and PPE requirements Team Leadership & Development Serve as a working supervisor, providing coaching, mentoring, and performance feedback to team members Support hiring, onboarding, training, and development of employees within the advanced materials processing team Promote a collaborative and accountable team environment focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence Address employee relations matters, including performance management and conflict resolution Process & Continuous Improvement Monitor production data (e.g., workflow, scrap, yield) and identify trends, driving corrective actions or escalating as needed Partner with engineering, quality, and production planning teams to optimize workflows and improve process efficiency Lead and implement continuous improvement initiatives related to powder processing, material consistency, and throughput Support process troubleshooting and root cause analysis for production challenges Cross-Functional Collaboration Coordinate with production planning to align schedules, capacity, and resource needs Communicate staffing, overtime, and production challenges to leadership Partner with downstream manufacturing teams to ensure powder quality meets internal customer requirements

Required Qualifications

Education High School Diploma or equivalent required Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related field preferred Experience 3-5 years of experience in advanced manufacturing, materials processing, or powder production environments Leadership or supervisory experience in a technical manufacturing setting Experience with ceramic materials, powder processing, or similar advanced materials strongly preferred

Skills & Competencies

Strong leadership, coaching, and team development capabilities Advanced knowledge of materials processing equipment and manufacturing processes Ability to interpret production data and drive data-informed decisions Solid understanding of safety, quality, and operational best practices Effective communication skills with the ability to engage a diverse workforce Strong problem-solving skills with a continuous improvement mindset Proficiency with basic computer systems and production tracking tools

Work Environment & Details

Location: Center for Advanced Materials – Golden, CO Schedule: Full-time, swing shift M-F 2:00-10:30pm Work Type: Hands-on leadership role in a manufacturing environment Target Hiring Range Hourly: USD 29.98 - USD 36.63 Actual compensation is commensurate with experience, skills and education.

CoorsTek strives to give all qualified applicants equal opportunity and to make selection decisions on job related factors. Do not provide any information on the application which will indicate your race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law or regulation.

If you like working for a company that makes a real difference in the world, you'll enjoy your career with us!

About Us

Making the world measurably better...one person at a time.

CoorsTek products and components touch people’s lives in unexpected, awe-inspiring ways. Though most people may not realize it, CoorsTek components enable technological solutions across virtually every industry—from simple items like beverage dispensers and light switches to high-tech items like cell phones and satellites. Chances are, you are using a CoorsTek-enabled technology every day without even knowing it! We create these amazing solutions by leveraging our expertise in materials science, deploying best-in-class R&D capabilities, and by creating efficient, safe work environments. Most importantly, we employ dedicated, hardworking, and creative individuals. The key component to our success is our people.

CoorsTek strives to give all qualified applicants equal opportunity and to make selection decisions on job related factors. Do not provide any information on the application which will indicate your race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law or regulation.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits
• Company-Matched 401K (USA only)
• Company-Matched Pension Plan (CANADA only)
• HSA (Health Savings Account) with Company Contribution
• Wellness Reimbursement Program (USA only)
• Voluntary Benefits (Pet Insurance, Legal Insurance, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance & more) (USA only)
• Safety Programs (reimbursement for safety shoes and company provided safety glasses)
• Performance-Based Bonuses for all Employees
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Mentorship Program
• Community & Volunteer Events & MORE!