Production Team Lead, Continuous Improvement

Be the catalyst for safe, efficient production

We’re a stable manufacturer focused on quality and continuous improvement. As our Production Team Lead, you’ll guide a 2nd-shift crew, drive performance, and partner with Maintenance and Quality to deliver results. You’ll report to the Production Manager and directly supervise and train hourly talent.

Why this role

• Own safety, quality, and output for your shift.
• Coach, develop, and cross-train a capable team.
• Use data and SOPs to hit wired plant compliance metrics and exceed efficiency targets.
• Be hands-on with problem-solving, changeovers, and preventive maintenance support.

Schedule

• 2nd Shift: typically 2:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
• Occasional weekends; flexibility for 40+ hours and other shifts as needed.

What you’ll lead

• PPE compliance, safe forklift operation, and a strong safety culture.
• Completion of shift production documentation and reporting.
• Immediate communication of unsafe conditions, acts, or injuries to the Production Manager.
• Adherence to product sampling schedules and meeting all product quality specs.
• Daily resource allocation to meet the plan across all lines.
• Facility housekeeping that meets or exceeds expectations.
• Coordination with Maintenance to resolve process/mechanical issues and maximize uptime and safety.
• Efficient product changeovers and sustained standard production efficiencies.
• Ongoing training: ensure every team member is proficient in safety, quality, and job functions; maintain your own skills via company training.

What you’ll bring

• Mechanical troubleshooting/repair ability.
• Proven leadership, supervision, training, and motivation skills.
• Problem-solving, sound decisions, and clear communication at all levels.
• Basic computer skills; manufacturing background (extrusion knowledge is a plus).

Education & preferred experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1–2 years as a line operator or related role preferred.
• Supervisory training/experience preferred.
• English/Spanish bilingual skills are a plus.

Physical requirements

• Stand/move for at least 8 continuous hours.
• Perform physical tasks for extended periods in hot/cold environments.
• Use hands, arms, and legs to handle/transport finished goods.
• Full mobility: twist, bend, reach, squat, and mount/dismount industrial equipment/vehicles.

Your proficiencies

• Leadership / People Management
• Continuous Improvement
• Manufacturing Instruction (MI)
• Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Supervisory Experience
• Production Optimization
• Lean Manufacturing Principles
• Scheduling Experience
• Machine Setups for Production Runs
• Experience in a Manufacturing Environment

Tools you’ll use

• ERP Software (Oracle)

Compensation & classification

Pay Range: $28-$38/hour, non-exempt with overtime.

Ready to lead from the front and raise the bar on safety, quality, and output? Apply today.