Manufacturing Supervisor - Shift One

WHO WE ARE

Biofire Technologies is on a mission to give gun owners better tools for reducing preventable gun injuries and deaths, especially among children. We believe our technology, combined with a best-in-class customer experience, will define the future of firearms safety for the next generation. Our mission-driven approach has earned support from the firearm community, the tech world, and the media.
Biofire employees encompass a diverse range of talents, including world-class engineers with expertise in designing and testing firearms, medical devices, robots, cars, satellites, rockets, and supersonic jets. Our team is united by a shared commitment to safety and reliability, values that guide our work across various backgrounds and disciplines.

OUR CULTURE

Reducing accidental firearm injuries and deaths requires original thinking and authentic collaboration, so we’re deeply invested in building a team and culture that can achieve our mission together. Team members enjoy autonomy and flexibility from day one, so expect to be immediately tasked with solving challenging problems and building new systems that work. We’ll hold you accountable for executing audacious goals, giving and receiving honest feedback, and helping your teammates succeed. You’ll receive respect, kindness, and support from every direction while you figure out how to get it all done.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Manufacturing Supervisor at Biofire, you will play a pivotal role in managing the day to day of our shift one production operations team (Monday - Friday starting at 8am). We are looking for someone who is an accountable leader that can motivate and guide the team while ensuring our production targets, schedules and quality standards are met.

To succeed you will need to be able to mentor and guide the team, build schedules, optimize resources and communicate effectively through written and verbal communications to your team and other cross-functional teams. You will need to be a manager that leads by example and is eager to help Biofire meet our manufacturing and production goals. If you’re excited about helping to solve mission-critical challenges, we encourage you to apply.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Day-to-day responsibilities of the role will include:

• Oversee Production Operations: This position will be managing the first shift of the day and on-site at our facility 5 days per week and occasionally on the weekends or in the evenings as necessary. You will be responsible for overseeing the daily activities on the production floor, ensuring that production targets, schedules, and quality standards are met;

• Team Management and Mentorship: Lead and support a team of production workers, provide training and guidance, set performance goals, and conduct regular evaluations. You will need to work with employees to resolve technical and personnel challenges, including issue resolution, root cause investigations and corrective action tracking.

• Ensure Safety Compliance: Enforce safety protocols, conduct regular safety inspections, and ensure that the team adheres to all OSHA and company safety standards to minimize workplace hazards;

• Quality Control and Reporting: Monitor product quality during and after production. Coordinate with quality control teams to catch and resolve issues quickly to avoid defects. Keep accurate records of production data, including output, quality issues, and equipment performance, and report to upper management as required.

• Scheduling and Workflow Coordination: Organize work schedules and shift rotations to ensure that the production line runs smoothly without interruptions.

QUALIFICATIONS

We understand that not all applicants will possess skills that perfectly align with our job qualifications. At Biofire, we appreciate diverse experiences from various industries, and we encourage all individuals who meet the necessary qualifications to submit their applications. While having the "desired" qualifications may strengthen a candidate's profile, we also welcome applicants with alternative experiences to apply.

• Manufacturing Experience: Previous experience working in a manufacturing and production environment with a minimum of two years in a supervisory role;

  • Experience in a safety-critical industry (e.g., automotive, aerospace, medical devices, or similar fields) is strongly preferred;

• Leadership Background: Strong leadership abilities, with a proven track record of effectively managing and mentoring production teams in a fast-paced environment. You will be measured by hitting delivery goals, so ensuring your team is setup appropriately to meet those deliverables will be required;

• Communication: Excellent written and verbal skills; ability to interface with executives, team members and other leaders on a daily basis;

• Technical and Safety Requirements: Familiarity with various manufacturing processes, machinery and production equipment. Understanding of quality control standards and safety regulations (such as OSHA compliance).

• Physical Requirements: Ability to stand, walk, and move around the facility for extended periods (up to 8 hours per day), often in a fast-paced, demanding environment.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

In addition to competitive pay, as a full-time employee at Biofire you are eligible for:

• Stock Options in Biofire, 401(k), HSA - and other financial benefits

• Medical Insurance - including plan options with $0 payroll deduction

• Dental, Vision and Life Insurance Plans - with $0 payroll deduction

• 3 Weeks Vacation and Sick time (Flex Time for salary positions), and 11 Paid Holidays

• Parental Leave - and other family-building, adoption and surrogacy benefits

The compensation range for this role is $90,000 - $115,000/annual salary + stock options + benefits.

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

LOCATION

This is a full-time, salaried role. Our dog-friendly, state-of-the-art headquarters is located in beautiful Broomfield, Colorado, between Boulder and Denver. The team regularly engages in collaborative in-person sessions at our vibrant office space, but you will be offered the flexibility to work from home as needed.
We expect you to bring your very best, and in return, we will provide the support necessary for you to excel. You'll collaborate with colleagues you appreciate, respect, and find inspiration from, and have access to all the technical resources needed.

DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

We’re bringing innovation to a technological problem that has persisted for decades, so we depend on diverse, inclusive, and collaborative teams to break new ground and do great work. We welcome people from all qualified backgrounds, and we don’t discriminate based on race, religion, color, political affiliation, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

ELIGIBILITY

This role handles information subject to US Export Control Regulations. Applicants must be (a) a citizen of the United States; (b) a lawful permanent resident of the United States (“Green Card” holder); or (c) a person admitted into the United States as an asylee or refugee to be considered for the position.

Compensation Range: $90K - $115K