Production Operator Lead

Production Operator Lead

About the Role
Take charge of your shift by guiding the production team, ensuring smooth operations, and delivering top-quality products safely and efficiently.

What You'll Do

• Operate and oversee production equipment and systems.

• Lead, mentor, and support production operators, setting clear expectations.
• Ensure products are completed on schedule and batch documentation is accurate.

• Maintain safety, cleanliness, and 5S standards across the workspace.

• Perform routine inspections and identify areas for improvement.

• Assist with preventive maintenance and recommend process enhancements.

• Foster teamwork, efficiency, and positive morale across departments.

• Collaborate with management on basic employee performance issues.

Who Were Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• At least 1 year of production experience.

• Comfortable with basic math (fractions, decimals, percentages, unit conversions).

• Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills.

• Self-driven with the ability to prioritize tasks independently.

• Forklift experience a plus.

Bonus Skills

• Technical or college-level training.

• Hazardous materials handling experience or certification.

• Quality control, color matching, or shipping/receiving experience.

Work Setting & Physical Requirements

• Handle hazardous chemicals and lift heavy items (up to 55 lbs; 55-gallon drums using mechanical aids).
• Use of full PPE required (respirator, steel-toed boots, hard hat, safety glasses).
• Able to stand, walk, or sit for up to 12 hours, including extended shifts or weekends.

• No travel required.

Reporting Structure
All production operators on the shift report directly to the Production Operator Lead.