Shift Team Leader

Manufacturing professional with strong expertise in SMT processes, production leadership, and performance metrics (OEE, FPY, DPMO). Proven ability to manage shift operations, coach teams, and collaborate cross-functionally to meet production targets and maintain high-quality standards. You Have: Engineering or diploma with 6+ Years of Experience in Manufacturing Industries. Experience in OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) First Pass Yield (FPY) Line Efficiency Defect Per Million Opportunities (DPMO). In-depth understanding of SMT processessolder paste printing, pick-and-place, reflow soldering, AOI, SPI, and wave/selective soldering. Clear communication skills for shift handovers, escalation of technical issues, and cross-functional coordination with QA, planning, engineering, and maintenance teams. Experience in MSL Material handling / ESD safety practices. It Would be nice if you also had: Familiarity with IPC standards (IPC-A-610, IPC-J-STD-001). Awareness of ESD safety practices and ISO standards. Oversee and coordinate the activities of team members during the assigned shift. Assign tasks and ensure the team follows standard operating procedures (SOPs). Ensure smooth and efficient operation / Production to meet targets and deadlines. Respond to operational issues, make decisions on the floor, and escalate when necessary. Coordinate with other departments (maintenance, Materials, etc.) to resolve disruptions in quick on real time production challenges. Train new employees or team members on procedures, safety protocols, and best practices. And Provide coaching and feedback to improve team performance. Verify daily maintenance of SMT equipment is performed & Coordinate with engineering or maintenance for machine issues or line changeovers. Complete shift reports, record production data (output, rejects, rework), and participate in daily shift handovers and communicate issues effectively. Support lean manufacturing initiatives and suggest process improvements (5S, Kaizen). Lead root cause analysis for production issues using tools like 5 Whys or Fishbone Diagrams. Enforce ESD and PPE usage and ensure the production area is safe and organized.