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Job Title Production Supervisor

Department Production
Location Niwot, CO (100% on-site)
Reports To Director of Manufacturing & Quality

About Us

Established in 1972, Particle Measuring Systems is a global leader for micro-contamination monitoring equipment, improving the performance of clean manufacturing in the semiconductor and pharmaceutical industries. We’re a growing technology company in Niwot, Colorado, the heart of the Rocky Mountains. We offer an exceptional and rewarding work environment in a great place to live. Our employees enjoy challenging projects in the development and manufacture of light scattering particle counters and diverse technologies and applications.

Your Impact

We are looking for a Production Supervisor who will lead and develop the Production Team, ensuring alignment with company goals and delivery of innovative, reliable solutions. This role is responsible for setting priorities, providing guidance, and fostering an environment where team members can thrive and contribute at their best. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, decision-making, and communication skills; build collaborative relationships across functions; and maintain a commitment to professional excellence, quality, and continuous improvement.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced, dynamic, and people-focused Production Supervisor, centered on Lean practices, to oversee manufacturing operations. This role plays a vital part in driving team performance, fostering a culture of accountability and growth, and leading continuous improvement initiatives in a clean manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate must be a hands-on leader who inspires excellence, ensures operational efficiency, champions people’s development, and always has a positive, continuous improvement mindset. We are looking for a leader who inspires, leads by example, and actively promotes change where needed.

Job Responsibilities

People Leadership & Development

Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of clean manufacturing technicians and operators.
Conduct regular one-on-ones, performance reviews, and coaching sessions to support career growth and skill development
Build a positive team culture rooted in trust and collaboration, and promote lean practice throughout your team and processes.

Operational Excellence

Oversee daily production activities to ensure particle counting processes meet quality, safety, and delivery standards.
Monitor team performance and adjust resources to meet production goals efficiently by robustly driving daily management at Tier 1 production boards.
Collaborate cross-functionally with planning, warehouse, procurement, quality, and engineering teams to resolve issues and optimize operations.

Continuous Improvement Leadership

Champion Lean and Kaizen methodologies to drive process improvements and eliminate waste.
Facilitate team-based problem-solving sessions and improvement workshops.
Track and report on improvement initiatives and their impact on key performance indicators.

Quality & Compliance

Ensure strict adherence to GMP, ISO9001, and ISO17025 standards.
Deploy, train, enforce, and maintain controlled documentation updates to work instructions for building and/or testing products.
Measure and track product quality data and ensure accurate product process related to quality and CTQ’s are strictly adhered to and followed.
Partner with Quality Assurance to investigate deviations and implement corrective actions.

Safety & Cleanroom Standards

Take full ownership and promote a safety-first mindset that ensures compliance with OSHA and internal safety policies.
Conduct regular safety audits and lead incident investigations.

Reporting & Systems

Maintain accurate records of production output, downtime, and team performance.
Utilize MES/ERP systems to manage production data and inventory.
Provide clear, actionable reports to leadership on team metrics and improvement progress.

Required Qualifications

Associates or higher degree in a technical discipline preferred
3+ years of supervisory experience in clean manufacturing, preferably in instrumentation or precision environments.
Proven leadership experience with a track record of developing and motivating teams.
Strong knowledge of Lean practice or other continuous improvement frameworks.
Excellent communication, coaching, and conflict resolution skills.
Familiarity with GMP, ISO Standards, and cleanroom operations.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

This role primarily operates in a manufacturing environment. Must be able to sit, stand, and use a computer for extended periods of time
Occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs. may be required
Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive base salary range: $67,000 - $95,000 depending on experience
- Our compensation philosophy: we offer competitive pay based on market data, including local, national, and industry benchmarks. For new hires, offers are generally within the established min- to mid-point of the range for the role, with flexibility to recognize experience, skills, and education. Our approach ensures fair pay internally while remaining competitive externally and allows room for growth.
Comprehensive benefits package:
- Health coverage: medical, dental, vision, fsa, onsite clinic (CO employees), life insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Vacation, holiday, and leave policies
- Tuition reimbursement, Employee recognition programs, Employee assistance programs

Particle Measuring Systems is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to building an inclusive and supportive workplace where everyone can thrive

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