Second Shift Manufacturing Lead

SECOND SHIFT MANUFACTURING LEAD

Spectrum AMT | Colorado Springs, CO

DEPARTMENT            Operations

REPORTS TO              Production Manager 

STATUS                       Full-Time | On-Site | Immediate Opening

ABOUT THE ROLE

Spectrum AMT has been building high-reliability electronics for aerospace, defense, space, and medical markets for nearly 30 years. As we expand into a second shift, we need a Manufacturing Lead who knows the floor and keeps product moving. This is a hands-on, floor-based role — not a supervisory position. You’ll be responsible for ensuring product flows through second-shift production on time, that your teammates are clocked in and accounted for, and that anything blocking the line gets escalated fast. 

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Product Flow & Line Movement

• Track and move product through second-shift production cells (SMT, cable and wiring, final assembly, and inspection) ensuring work is progressing against schedule.
• Identify and escalate anything stopping or slowing production: missing materials, equipment issues, capacity gaps, or unclear work instructions.
• Ensure travelers, work orders, and production records are accurate and up to date throughout the shift.
• Communicate priorities to team members at shift start and as conditions change throughout the night.

Timekeeping & Attendance

• Verify that second-shift team members are clocked in at shift start and clocked out at shift end.
• Track attendance and flag absences, tardiness, or early departures to the appropriate manager promptly.
• Maintain accurate timekeeping records in support of payroll and operations reporting.

Quality & Workmanship

• Follow and reinforce Spectrum’s customer requirements (build to print) and IPC and NASA certifications.
• Flag non-conformances or quality concerns to Quality, Engineering, and Management teams for compliance and resolution.
• Maintain 6S standards and ESD protocols in your work area throughout the shift.

Cross-Shift Handoff

• Communicate clearly with day-shift leadership at the end of each shift.
• Ensure your area is set up for the incoming crew — no loose ends, materials staged, documentation current.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS 

COMPENSATION 

• $25-$28 per hour
• Commensurate with experience. 

HEALTH & SUPPLEMENTAL INSURANCE

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and supplemental coverage for employees and dependents.
• Spectrum covers 75% of employee premiums and 50% of spouse/dependent premiums.
• Coverage becomes effective on the first of the month following a 60-day waiting period. 

RETIREMENT & PAID TIME OFF

• 401(k) with 100% company match on employee contributions up to 3% of gross wages. Immediate vesting. Eligible after 90 days of employment.
• 10 paid holidays per year. 
• 10 days of accrued PTO per year during the first five years of employment, accrued bi-weekly.
• 6 paid sick days per year, available after the 90-day probationary period.

WHAT YOU BRING

• 2–7 years of experience in electronics manufacturing; aerospace, defense, medical, or space preferred.
• Hands-on experience with one or more of the following: SMT, cable and wiring assembly, final assembly, or inspection.
• Working knowledge of IPC Class 3 standards and ESD protocols.
• Reliable, accountable, and focused — you show up, you pay attention, and you communicate when something’s wrong.
•  Comfortable using an ERP/MRP system for basic production tracking and documentation.
• ITAR eligibility required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This is a full-time, on-site role at our Colorado Springs facility. The work environment is a professional electronics manufacturing floor — expect a mix of floor presence and administrative work, with frequent standing, walking, and hands-on engagement with production and inspection teams. Second-shift hours to be confirmed; some overlap with first-shift leadership is expected for handoff continuity.

WHY SPECTRUM? 

For nearly 30 years, Spectrum has built a reputation for doing things right the first time, every time. Our work ends up in satellites, defense systems, and medical devices that cannot fail. We take that seriously — and we look for people who do too. If owning a shift, leading a team, and building something that matters resonates with you, you'll fit in well here.