Production Control, Team Leader

We’re looking for a hands-on Team Leader to run our Production Control operations on the night shift. This role is responsible for keeping work moving accurately and on time, supporting the team, and stepping in to solve issues when they come up.You’ll act as the go-to person during off-hours—making decisions, ensuring quality and compliance, and keeping communication tight between shifts. This role also includes sample pickups and returns at customer locations.Must be able to work: Thursday - Monday 4:30PM to 1:30AM.  Considering only local candidates only. Key Responsibilities:Lead and support the night shift Production Control team to meet daily productivity and turnaround time goalsAssign and prioritize work to maintain steady workflow and minimize delaysServe as the primary escalation point for operational issues during the shiftOversee sample handling, documentation, and chain-of-custody compliancePerform sample pickups and customer returns as neededMonitor attendance, breaks, and staffing coverage to maintain operationsReview logs, pass downs, and tracking systems for accuracy and completenessPartner with day shift leadership to ensure smooth handoffs and communicationTrain and onboard new team members on night shift proceduresEnforce SOPs, safety requirements, and quality standardsSupport high-security sample handling by strictly following controlled processes and documentation requirementsStep in to support operational tasks as needed to keep work movingThis position works with companies that deal with defense-related activities and is subject to ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations). All considered applicants must be U.S. Persons as defined by ITAR:U.S. CitizenU.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. “Green Card Holder”)Political Asylee or Refugee