Assembly Team Leader

A diligent assembly team leader optimizing the assembly process, ensuring efficiency and quality.

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 an Assembly Team Leader at Biofire, you will be playing a pivotal role in the manufacturing process, overseeing the assembly and production line of advanced smart gun systems. We are looking for someone who has a blend of technical proficiency, leadership acumen, and a commitment to precision to contribute to the assembly of cutting-edge firearm technology and help Biofire build our world-class manufacturing organization. 
To succeed you will need to be able to demonstrate a strong understanding of assembly processes, particularly in electronics and firearm assembly. You will need to be someone  who is eager to contribute to the success and growth of Biofire while working in production. 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:

• Assembly: Use assembly tools and follow work instructions to produce complex quality firearms;

• Training: Conduct training for assembly line workers, keeping them updated on the latest Smart Gun technologies and assembly techniques;

• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of assembly processes, component specifications, and quality control measures. Contribute to the development and improvement of assembly protocols;

• Regulatory Compliance: Stay up to date with relevant regulations and compliance standards related to firearm manufacturing. Ensure that the assembly process adheres to local, national, and international regulations and safety guidelines;

• Communicate: Establish effective communication channels to production and engineering while also communicating daily expectations to the production line.

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.

• Hands-on experience in assembly line operations within a manufacturing environment, Proven track record in a team lead or supervisory role, demonstrating the ability to lead by example and motivate the team to achieve their goals;

• In-depth knowledge of assembly processes, tools and techniques, especially in the context of the specific industry (e.g., firearms, electronics, mechanics);

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to effectively communicate with team members, supervisors, and other departments;

• Ability to read and follow work instructions;

• The ability to move frequently and stand for long periods. You need to be able to use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and to reach with hands and arms. You must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.

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 $25.00 - $30.00/hour + 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, hourly role that will require you to be on-site. Our dog-friendly, state-of-the-art headquarters is located in beautiful Broomfield, Colorado, between Boulder and Denver.
This position will require overtime work to meet project deadlines. The ability to work beyond regular hours, including evenings and weekends, is essential.
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 required at our Broomfield office.

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.