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Joulé

Shift Lead Automation Engineering

Joulé, Littleton, Colorado, us, 80161

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Employment Type:

Full-Time, On-Site

Compensation:

$94,000 – $118,000/year + 7% target bonus

Job Title:

Shift Leader, Automation

Location:

Littleton, CO

Employment Type:

Full-Time, On-Site

Compensation:

$94,000 – $118,000/year + 7% target bonus

Shift Options 1st Shift:

Sunday–Tuesday & every other Wednesday | 5:30 AM – 6:00 PM

4th Shift:

Thursday–Saturday & every other Wednesday | 5:30 PM – 6:00 AM

Role Overview

As a Shift Leader in Automation, you’ll lead a high-performing team in a fast-paced, regulated manufacturing environment. You’ll be responsible for driving performance, maintaining quality and compliance standards, and supporting continuous improvement efforts through strong leadership and hands-on technical expertise.

Key Responsibilities

1. Team Leadership

Lead shift meetings and performance reviews

Provide technical guidance to production and maintenance teams

Mentor and develop team members and front-line leaders

Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve issues and share key updates

Troubleshoot automated manufacturing systems (mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and PLC ladder logic)

2. Operational & Quality Excellence

Drive lean manufacturing initiatives and continuous improvement

Monitor key process metrics and ensure data accuracy

Maintain compliance with GMP, GDP, SPC, and regulatory requirements

Support investigations and implement corrective actions

3. Production & Cost Performance

Align labor and equipment to meet production plans

Manage downtime, scrap, and performance trends

Achieve cost, schedule, and customer delivery goals

Participate in budget planning and resource forecasting

Desired Qualifications

:

5+ years in automated manufacturing environments

2+ years in a leadership or supervisory role

Solid understanding of lean manufacturing practices

Familiarity with GMP/GDP or regulated production environments

Technical proficiency in:

RF welding, cam automation

PLC programming (Allen Bradley or Siemens preferred)

Vision systems (Cognex), industrial networking

Mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic troubleshooting

Preferred/Plus:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, or related field

Lean/Six Sigma or structured problem-solving experience

Background in regulated industries (e.g., pharma, biotech, medical devices or similar manufacturing environments)

Ref: #558-Scientific

Seniority level

Seniority level Not Applicable Employment type

Employment type Contract Job function

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