Team Leader

We are seeking a full-time Production Team Lead to oversee daily manufacturing operations in a fast-paced production environment. The Production Team Lead is responsible for supporting the overall execution and performance of production activities at a designated location, including workforce management, quality standards, safety compliance, productivity, and the direction of day-to-day operations. 

This role requires a results-driven, high-energy, and dynamic leader who thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, with a focus on driving operational excellence, meeting production goals, and fostering a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement. 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty to a competent level. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Lead and coordinate daily production activities to ensure safety, quality, productivity, and delivery targets are achieved. 
• Provide day-to-day guidance, support, and direction to production team members. 
• Train new employees and assist with onboarding, job instruction, and cross-training initiatives. 
• Monitor employee performance, attendance, and adherence to established procedures, communicating concerns to management as appropriate. 
• Promote a positive, collaborative work environment and serve as a resource for production employees. 
• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety requirements, quality standards, and standard operating procedures. 
• Conduct shift start-up meetings and communicate production goals, safety updates, and operational priorities. 
• Monitor workflow and staffing levels to support efficient production operations and meet production schedules. 
• Troubleshoot routine production issues and coordinate with supervisors, maintenance, quality, and other departments to resolve operational challenges. 
• Track and communicate production metrics, including output, efficiency, scrap, and downtime. 
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and recommend process enhancements to management. 
• Maintain accurate production records, reports, and documentation. 
• Ensure work areas remain clean, organized, and compliant with housekeeping and safety standards. 
• Support inventory control efforts by monitoring material usage and notifying management of shortages or discrepancies. 
• Assist management with scheduling, staffing coordination, and workforce planning activities as needed. 
• Other duties as assigned by management

 Professional Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED preferred, but not required.
• 4+ years of experience in manufacturing, production, warehouse, or industrial work.
• 1+ year of experience leading, training, coordinating, or directing a team.
• Strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and teamwork skills.
• Knowledge of production processes, safety procedures, quality standards, and workplace operations.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to perform basic/intermediate math and accurately track production, inventory, labor, and productivity.
• Ability to work flexible shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed.
• Dependable, professional, ethical, safety-focused, and able to work effectively under pressure.
• Willingness to take initiative, accept responsibility, adapt to change, and support team goals.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Stand and walk for extended periods during the work shift.
• Frequently bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, and use hands to operate tools and equipment.
• Occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds.
• Safely work around machinery, stairs, and production/warehouse areas.
• Work in varying temperatures, noise, dust, and other industrial conditions.
• Must be available to work overtime, extended hours, and weekends as needed.
• Reasonable accommodations may be provided for individuals with disabilities.