Immediate Hiring Production Lead- $27.75/hr

Production Lead - 1st Shift, $27/hour+

Are you an experienced manufacturing professional with strong leadership skills and a passion for continuous improvement? We are seeking a Production Lead - 1st Shift to oversee daily production operations, support employee development, and ensure exceptional quality, safety, and efficiency across the manufacturing floor.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated leader who thrives in a fast-paced production environment and enjoys coaching teams while driving operational excellence.

As a Production Lead - 1st Shift, you will play a critical role in managing daily manufacturing operations, supporting quality initiatives, coordinating employee training, and leading continuous improvement efforts. You will work closely with production, quality, and operations teams to ensure customer expectations are met while fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and teamwork.

• Lead and support daily 1st shift production activities to achieve operational goals.
• Monitor workflow, productivity, and staffing requirements across production lines.
• Ensure production schedules are met while maintaining quality standards.
• Coordinate resources and personnel to maximize efficiency and minimize downtime.
• Support machine operation, assembly processes, and overall manufacturing activities.

• Review weekly quality control reports and address identified issues promptly.
• Participate in quality meetings to establish and track team-specific quality goals.
• Collaborate with Quality and Operations teams to implement corrective actions.
• Monitor production performance metrics and identify improvement opportunities.
• Promote a culture of quality ownership throughout the team.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, productivity, and safety.

• Lead, mentor, and develop production team members.
• Provide coaching and performance feedback to improve employee effectiveness.
• Support employee growth through ongoing training and development.
• Foster a positive and productive team environment.
• Maintain accountability while encouraging teamwork and collaboration.
• Assist employees in achieving performance and developmental goals.

• Support onboarding and training of new employees.
• Ensure compliance with structured onboarding schedules and milestones.
• Review and improve training procedures to enhance effectiveness.
• Track employee training progress and skill development.
• Coordinate cross-training initiatives to increase workforce flexibility.
• Maintain staffing versatility across multiple workstations and departments.

• Promote Lean Manufacturing principles throughout production processes.
• Identify opportunities to eliminate waste and improve efficiency.
• Participate in operational improvement projects.
• Encourage team involvement in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support implementation of process enhancements and best practices.

• Ensure employees follow all company safety policies and procedures.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.
• Promote safe operation of machines, forklifts, and hand tools.
• Participate in safety initiatives and improvement programs.
• Support compliance with company operational and security standards.
• Encourage a culture centered around workplace safety and accountability.

• Participate in Team Lead and Operations meetings.
• Facilitate communication between shifts to ensure operational continuity.
• Collaborate with leadership teams to resolve production challenges.
• Communicate expectations, updates, and performance goals clearly.
• Document training procedures and process improvements effectively.

Proven leadership experience in a manufacturing, production, or operations environment

Strong background in plant, factory, or industrial manufacturing settings

Experience leading production teams and supporting workforce development

Ability to analyze quality reports and implement corrective actions

Knowledge of production line operations, machine operation, and assembly processes

Understanding of Lean Manufacturing and process improvement methodologies

Experience coordinating employee cross-training programs

Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities

Ability to safely use hand tools, production equipment, and manufacturing machinery

Excellent communication and leadership skills

• Previous Production Supervisor, Production Lead, or Manufacturing Lead experience
• Experience in door manufacturing, building products, or related industries
• background in production management and workforce planning
• Continuous Improvement or Lean Manufacturing project experience
• Forklift experience and material-handling knowledge
• Experience developing training programs and onboarding procedures
• Strong organizational and process documentation skills
• Commitment to professional growth and leadership development

Performance-based company bonus opportunities

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match

Safety Bonus Programs

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Coverage

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Parental Leave Benefits

Wellness Programs

Up to 112 hours of PTO during the first year

Work-life balance-focused culture

Employee Assistance and Wellness Resources

Ongoing training and professional development

Leadership development opportunities

Internal advancement potential

Long-term career growth within a stable organization

Supportive management team invested in employee success

Join a brand-new, climate-controlled manufacturing facility designed to enhance safety, comfort, and productivity.

• Modern production equipment and assembly stations
• Climate-controlled work environment
• Clean, organized, and efficient facility
• Advanced manufacturing processes
• Forklift and material-handling operations
• Strong focus on workplace safety
• Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement culture
• Collaborative team-oriented atmosphere

You will be successful in this role if you:

Enjoy leading and developing people

Thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Have a passion for quality and operational excellence

Believe in continuous improvement and Lean principles

Are a strong communicator and problem solver

Lead by example and promote accountability

Prioritize safety, teamwork, and productivity

If you're ready to take the next step in your manufacturing leadership career, join us as a Production Lead - 1st Shift and become part of a growing organization that values quality, innovation, employee development, and long-term success. Lead a talented team, drive meaningful improvements, and help shape the future of manufacturing excellence.

This is a Permanent position based out of Etna, OH.

The pay range for this position is $63502.00 - $63502.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Company performance bonuses, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Up to 112 hours of PTO first year, 401K w/ company match, employee discounts, medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, parental leave, wellness program, safety bonus, ongoing training and development!

This is a fully onsite position in Etna,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 12, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.