Production Laborer/Technician Lead, Saxonburg

Production Lead / Supervisor

We are seeking a Production Lead / Supervisor to support and guide daily manufacturing operations at our Saxonburg, PA facility. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for overseeing production activities, ensuring safety and quality standards are met, and providing day-to-day direction and support to production employees. The Production Lead / Supervisor works alongside the production team, serves as the first point of contact for operational issues, and partners with management, maintenance, and quality teams to meet production goals while maintaining a safe, compliant, and efficient work environment.Key Responsibilities Lead and oversee daily production activities to ensure safety, quality, and productivity targets are consistently met Provide direct guidance, coaching, and support to production employees, including training on equipment, SOPs, and safe work practices Safely operate and oversee production equipment (grinders, chippers, atomizers, etc.) and ensure proper processing of magnesium materials to customer specificationsEnforce all Health&Safety policies, environmental regulations, and ITAR requirements, modeling safe behavior at all times Monitor production processes, review measurements and test results, and ensure right-first-time quality Coordinate workflow, assign tasks, and adjust staffing or priorities as needed to meet daily production schedulesTroubleshoot operational issues, escalate concerns appropriately, and coordinate with maintenance for repairs and preventive maintenance activities Review and verify production documentation, including log sheets, material usage, and calculations for accuracy and completeness Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying process improvements, efficiencies, and training needsCommunicate production status, issues, and recommendations to management in a timely and professional manner Assist with onboarding and mentoring new employees and support cross-training across operations Qualifications and Requirements High school diploma or GED required 35 years of manufacturing experience preferred, preferably in metals, chemical, or industrial manufacturingPrior lead, trainer, or supervisory experience strongly preferred Strong working knowledge of production equipment, SOPs, and safety requirements Demonstrated ability to lead by example and effectively communicate with a diverse workforce Strong attention to detail and ability to enforce compliance with written proceduresBasic math and computer skills required Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work on your feet for extended periods Forklift license or boiler license preferred but not required Benefits Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (eligible 1st of the month following hire) Disability and Life Insurance401(k) with 6% company match (vested after 2 years) Tuition Reimbursement 10 paid holidays per year Company-provided uniforms and annual safety shoe stipend Career advancement and professional development opportunities