Production Team Leader at Gapwaves

About the company

At Gapwaves our vision is to lead the way in millimeter-wave (mmWave) antenna systems and become the preferred partner for innovators in next-generation wireless technology. Our groundbreaking technology supports advancements in radar antenna and telecom industries helping to create efficient mmWave systems that are shaping a safer and more sustainable future.

We operate in diverse and dynamic markets such as mmWave radar antennas for advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and autonomous vehicles smart cities 5G telecommunications and wireless communication. Our patented waveguide technology enables low-loss high-performance antennas in a compact form offering a unique combination of manufacturability cost-efficiency and top-tier performance.

Based in Gothenburg Sweden with a global reach Gapwaves brings together a diverse team of experts from around the world. Founded in 2011 Gapwaves has grown steadily and is now listed on Nasdaq First North Growth Market.

Join us at Gapwaves and be part of an innovative company at the forefront of wireless technology!

Job description

Are you ready to take the next step in your career Do you have production experience and the ambition to try out leadership This role offers the best of both worlds working hands-on in production while also gaining valuable experience as a team leader.

As a Production Team Leader you will work in production supporting our ongoing operations and during the weekends take on the responsibility of leading our group of student part-time operators.

In this role you will ensure a smooth production flow guide and motivate the students in their daily tasks and act as the key link between them and the broader production team. This is a great opportunity for someone who has worked for a few years in manufacturing and now wants to develop their leadership skills.

Key responsibilities:

• Contribute actively to production tasks.
• Lead coach and support the student operators during weekend shifts.
• Secure smooth handovers and communication between shifts.
• Ensure that quality and safety standards are met.
• Drive improvements in safety quality and efficiency.
• Collaborate with other departments to maintain a smooth workflow.

This is a full-time position of 40 hours per week. The scheduled weekend hours are fixed:

• Saturday 08.00-14.00
• Sunday 09:00-17:30

The remaining hours will be scheduled on weekdays or evenings. We are open to agreeing on the distribution of these additional hours together with the selected candidate.

Your profile

We believe this role is perfect for someone who has worked for a few years in production and is eager to take on more responsibility.

• Previous experience in production or manufacturing.
• An interest in leadership and developing others no formal leadership experience required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and guide.
• Structured solution-oriented and reliable.
• Fluency in English (Swedish is a plus).

Application process

The start date for the position is as soon as possible. The employment begins as a consultancy assignment where you will be employed by us at Skill and work as a consultant at Gapwaves.

If you believe this role is a good fit for you we welcome you to submit your application! Applications will be reviewed continuously. For any questions or further information please contact our lead recruiter Andrea Dalen

We look forward to receiving your application!