**Job Title: Production Line Lead** **Job Description** As a member of the Production Operations team, the Lead Production Operator will be responsible for leading all production activities for designated product line(s). This individual will train Production Operators on assembly processes, techniques, and skills needed to perform assembly of company devices and other production tasks, ensure that Standard Operation Procedures (SOPs) and Work Instructions (WIs) are followed and meet quality requirements and standards, provide day-to-day workflow guidance to ensure daily goals are met, and assist with documentation updates to management as necessary. **Responsibilities** + Coordinate and deliver employee training to production operators ensuring that procedures are followed and meet all quality requirements. Scope includes new-hire training, temporary employee training, and ongoing employee cross-training. Provide ongoing feedback and coaching to employees during training to maximize their learning. + Report on progress of employees under guidance during training periods to management. Conduct routine training audits to identify training gaps. Conduct re-training to correct deficiencies. + Create, implement, and maintain a training matrix for the production lines. Integrate training plans within the Learning Management System (LMS). + Observe and audit work to make proposed changes to processes or documentation that enhance production while positively contributing to safety, quality, cost, etc. + Interact directly with manufacturing engineering and production personnel as well as cross-functional personnel to help identify and solve problems impacting production processes and training. + Report line downtime and non-conforming material to management. + Assist with all tasks related to production including but not limited to performing assembly and test duties. + Report problems or concerns with quality, processes, equipment, materials to Production Supervisor. + Update production metrics and facilitate regular team communication. + Understand and comply with Quality Policy, ESD precautions, and OSHA guidelines as applicable. + Become knowledgeable with SAP and help production operators with inventory and processing questions. + Create and close Production Orders for Production lines. + Maintain quarterly (Point Of Use) inventory for designated area. + Assist Team Lead with work activities in designated areas. **Essential Skills** + 3 - 5 years of electro/mechanical medical operations experience or advanced degree in operations. + 2+ years experience in team lead or similar role. + Proficiency with mechanical assembly tools. + Advanced level of computer proficiency including MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and MRP Systems and database systems. + Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Procedures (GMPs), ISO regulations, and Quality Systems as it pertains to hardware manufacturing at Medical Device Manufacturers. + Demonstrated ability to follow manufacturing processes including problem-solving. + Ability to maintain accurate documentation (e.g., record traceability information onto routers, and transact materials online). + Ability to work effectively in a team environment and contribute to maintaining positive interpersonal relationships and foster cooperation within and outside the department. + The physical ability to lift and package assemblies up to 45 lbs. + Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + 4-7 years of electro/mechanical medical device operations experience or advanced degree in Operations management. + Demonstrated experience or proven ability utilizing measurement equipment (i.e., DMM, caliper, micrometer, oscilloscope). + Sense of urgency and self-motivation. **Work Environment** The work environment is clean, well-lit, and climate-controlled. There is a fantastic break room and a laid-back culture. Employees benefit from full health, dental, and vision benefits, a 4% 401K match option, yearly production bonus, and yearly performance reviews with potential pay increases. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Eden Prairie, Minnesota. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $31.00 Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Eden Prairie,MN. **Application Deadline** This position will be accepting applications until Dec 31, 2024. **About Aerotek:** We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.