Automation & Maintenance Team Lead at Joulé

Job Title: Automation & Maintenance Team Lead Location: Littleton, CO Employment Type: Full-Time, On-Site Shift: 4th-Thursday-Saturday 05:30PM to 06:00AM and every other Wednesday Compensation: $94,000 – $118,000/year + bonus depending upon experience, generous PTO and benefits package 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. 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 Requirements: 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) #M3 Ref: #558-Scientific