Production Laborer/Technician Lead

Production Laborer/Technician Lead

Location: Saxonburg, PA

Division: Luxfer Powders (a division of Luxfer MEL Technologies)

Shift: One of 3 shift options: 7-3p., 3-11p, or 11p-7am Monday-Friday

About Luxfer

Luxfer MEL Technologies is a global leader in the development, manufacture, and supply of magnesium and zirconium-based products used in high-performance technology industries worldwide. Our materials support Aerospace, Automotive, Oil & Gas, Ceramics, Healthcare, and critical safety applications for organizations including the U.S. Armed Forces, FEMA, and the Red Cross.

At Luxfer, our core values - Customer First, Integrity, Accountability, Innovation, Personal Development, and Teamwork - guide how we work every day.

About the Role

We are seeking a Production Lead / Supervisor to support and guide daily manufacturing operations at our Saxonburg, PA facility. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for overseeing production activities, ensuring safety and quality standards are met, and providing day-to-day direction and support to production employees.

The Production Lead / Supervisor works alongside the production team, serves as the first point of contact for operational issues, and partners with management, maintenance, and quality teams to meet production goals while maintaining a safe, compliant, and efficient work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee daily production activities to ensure safety, quality, and productivity targets are consistently met
• Provide direct guidance, coaching, and support to production employees, including training on equipment, SOPs, and safe work practices
• Safely operate and oversee production equipment (grinders, chippers, atomizers, etc.) and ensure proper processing of magnesium materials to customer specifications
• Enforce all Health & Safety policies, environmental regulations, and ITAR requirements, modeling safe behavior at all times
• Monitor production processes, review measurements and test results, and ensure right-first-time quality
• Coordinate workflow, assign tasks, and adjust staffing or priorities as needed to meet daily production schedules
• Troubleshoot operational issues, escalate concerns appropriately, and coordinate with maintenance for repairs and preventive maintenance activities
• Review and verify production documentation, including log sheets, material usage, and calculations for accuracy and completeness
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying process improvements, efficiencies, and training needs
• Communicate production status, issues, and recommendations to management in a timely and professional manner
• Assist with onboarding and mentoring new employees and support cross-training across operations

Qualifications and Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• 3-5 years of manufacturing experience preferred, preferably in metals, chemical, or industrial manufacturing
• Prior lead, trainer, or supervisory experience strongly preferred
• Strong working knowledge of production equipment, SOPs, and safety requirements
• Demonstrated ability to lead by example and effectively communicate with a diverse workforce
• Strong attention to detail and ability to enforce compliance with written procedures
• Basic math and computer skills required
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work on your feet for extended periods
• Forklift license or boiler license preferred but not required

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (eligible 1st of the month following hire)
• Disability and Life Insurance
• 401(k) with 6% company match (vested after 2 years)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Company-provided uniforms and annual safety shoe stipend
• Career advancement and professional development opportunities
• More About Us

Luxfer Magtech is a subsidiary of Luxfer MEL Technologies, which is part of the publicly traded Luxfer group (https://www.luxfer.com/).

We are committed to a safe, drug-free work environment and pre-employment drug screening, physical and background checks are required prior to starting.

This role may involve access to Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and export-controlled data subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Employees are expected to follow company policies and security protocols for handling, storing, accessing, and transmitting sensitive information. Compliance training will be required after hire.

Due to federal export control requirements, access to certain information is limited to U.S. Citizens, U.S. Lawful Permanent Residents, and individuals lawfully admitted as asylees or refugees, unless a valid export authorization is obtained. Employment is contingent upon meeting these eligibility requirements and adhering to applicable CUI and ITAR policies.

Luxfer Magtech is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, or disability (in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act) with respect to employment opportunities.