Production Team Lead

Production Team Lead – Electronics Manufacturing

Lead a Team That Builds Products That Matter

At Spartronics, we build advanced electronic products used in Aerospace & Defense, Medical Devices, Life Sciences, and Industrial Technology. Our teams manufacture complex, high-reliability products that customers depend on every day—and we're looking for a hands-on Production Team Lead to help drive quality, teamwork, and operational success.

If you're a motivated manufacturing leader who enjoys coaching teams, solving problems, improving processes, and working in a fast-paced technical environment, we'd love to meet you.

This is an opportunity to join a growing electronics manufacturing company where your leadership makes a direct impact on products that have to work right the first time.

About Spartronics

Spartronics is a leading Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) provider supporting some of the world's most innovative companies. We specialize in:

• Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA)
• Cable & Harness Assembly
• System Integration
• Full Box Builds
• Testing & Sustaining Engineering

With over $500 million in annual revenue and more than 1,300 employees worldwide, Spartronics operates manufacturing facilities across the U.S. and Vietnam.

Location: Spartronics; 27 Hale Spring Rd; Plaistow, NH 03865

Work Hours

This is a 1st Shift position. Our work hours are Monday-Thursday 6:30am-4pm and Friday 7am-11am. Overtime, as needed.

What You'll Do

As a Production Team Lead, you'll supervise and support a team of assemblers in a high-mix, high-reliability manufacturing environment. You'll help ensure products are built safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.

In This Role, You Will:

• Lead, coach, and support production team members on daily manufacturing activities
• Assign and coordinate work based on production schedules and priorities
• Monitor productivity, quality, and on-time delivery performance
• Support continuous improvement and problem-solving initiatives
• Train and mentor employees on processes, workmanship standards, and best practices
• Help maintain compliance with AS9100, IPC, J-STD, and customer requirements
• Partner with Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Program teams to resolve issues and improve processes
• Promote a positive, accountable, and team-oriented culture
• Ensure work instructions, documentation, and production records are completed accurately
• Support inventory control and material flow activities
• Maintain a safe, organized, and clean manufacturing environment

Technical Responsibilities

This role includes hands-on involvement in electronic and mechanical assembly processes such as:

• Electrical and mechanical assembly
• Cable and harness assembly
• Functional and continuity testing
• Soldering and inspection (training/certification available if needed)
• Reading schematics, wiring diagrams, and mechanical drawings
• Using hand tools, gauges, power tools, and manufacturing equipment

Requirements

What We're Looking For

We're seeking a strong team leader who combines technical manufacturing experience with the ability to motivate and develop people.

Required Qualifications:

• Education- Associate's Degree/Technical Degree Preferred; HS Diploma or GED required
• 5+ years of experience in electronics manufacturing, aerospace/defense manufacturing, or a related technical production environment
• 2+ years of leadership, supervisory, or team lead experience
• Experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to read work instructions, schematics, and manufacturing documentation
• Basic computer proficiency including Microsoft Office
• Ability to work onsite in Plaistow, NH
• Flexibility to support overtime when needed

Preferred Experience:

• IPC/J-STD certifications
• EMS (Electronics Manufacturing Services) experience
• Aerospace & Defense manufacturing experience
• Experience with quality systems such as AS9100 or IPC standards
• Experience supporting continuous improvement initiatives

Why Join Spartronics?

At Spartronics, we believe great leaders help build great teams. We invest in employee growth, promote from within, and provide opportunities to expand your technical and leadership skills.

We Offer:

• Competitive hourly compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid holidays and PTO
• Tuition reimbursement
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunities for career advancement and leadership growth
• A collaborative team environment where your ideas matter

Every day brings new challenges, new opportunities to improve, and meaningful work that supports critical industries.

Important Requirements

Due to ITAR regulations, applicants must qualify as a U.S. Person, including:

• U.S. Citizens
• U.S. Permanent Residents (Green Card holders)
• Refugees or Asylees

Spartronics is unable to sponsor visas for this position.

Ready to Lead?

If you're looking for an opportunity to grow your leadership career in advanced electronics manufacturing while helping build products that matter, apply today and join the Spartronics team.