Sr. Team Lead

It's exciting to work for a company that makes the world measurably better.We're committed to bringing safety, quality, and customer focus to the business of advanced ceramics manufacturing.Job TitleSr. Team LeadResponsible for directing activities of workers involved in and producing parts using technical and complex equipment in an assigned area. Leads and encourages a collaborative team environment dedicated to meeting departmental goals and objectives. Maintains work area cleanliness. Working supervisor for a team of workers including conducting/providing input on performance reviews, hiring, coaching, and disciplinary actions.Position SummaryThe Senior Team Lead for Advanced Materials Processing is responsible for leading daily operations within the ceramic powder production area at CoorsTek’s Center for Advanced Materials. This role oversees a team producing high-performance ceramic powders that are critical to the company’s advanced materials and semiconductor solutions.As a working leader, this individual combines hands-on technical expertise with team leadership, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production while fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture. The role also plays a key part in continuous improvement, process optimization, and alignment with broader manufacturing and business objectives.Key ResponsibilitiesOperational Leadership & ExecutionLead and direct daily activities of operators producing ceramic powders using complex and technical processing equipmentEnsure production schedules are met with a strong focus on quality, yield, and on-time deliveryOperate and support setup of advanced materials processing equipment, ensuring adherence to work instructions and process standardsMaintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment, ensuring compliance with all safety and PPE requirementsTeam Leadership & DevelopmentServe as a working supervisor, providing coaching, mentoring, and performance feedback to team membersSupport hiring, onboarding, training, and development of employees within the advanced materials processing teamPromote a collaborative and accountable team environment focused on continuous improvement and operational excellenceAddress employee relations matters, including performance management and conflict resolutionProcess & Continuous ImprovementMonitor production data (e.g., workflow, scrap, yield) and identify trends, driving corrective actions or escalating as neededPartner with engineering, quality, and production planning teams to optimize workflows and improve process efficiencyLead and implement continuous improvement initiatives related to powder processing, material consistency, and throughputSupport process troubleshooting and root cause analysis for production challengesCross-Functional CollaborationCoordinate with production planning to align schedules, capacity, and resource needsCommunicate staffing, overtime, and production challenges to leadershipPartner with downstream manufacturing teams to ensure powder quality meets internal customer requirementsRequired QualificationsEducationHigh School Diploma or equivalent requiredAssociate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related field preferredExperience3-5 years of experience in advanced manufacturing, materials processing, or powder production environmentsLeadership or supervisory experience in a technical manufacturing settingExperience with ceramic materials, powder processing, or similar advanced materials strongly preferredSkills & CompetenciesStrong leadership, coaching, and team development capabilitiesAdvanced knowledge of materials processing equipment and manufacturing processesAbility to interpret production data and drive data-informed decisionsSolid understanding of safety, quality, and operational best practicesEffective communication skills with the ability to engage a diverse workforceStrong problem-solving skills with a continuous improvement mindsetProficiency with basic computer systems and production tracking toolsWork Environment & DetailsLocation: Center for Advanced Materials – Golden, COSchedule: Full-time, day shift or swing shiftWork Type: Hands-on leadership role in a manufacturing environmentTarget Hiring RangeHourly: USD 29.98 - USD 36.63Actual compensation is commensurate with experience, skills and education. CoorsTek strives to give all qualified applicants equal opportunity and to make selection decisions on job related factors. Do not provide any information on the application which will indicate your race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law or regulation.If you like working for a company that makes a real difference in the world, you'll enjoy your career with us!