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Littleton, CO
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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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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