Production Lead

Pay: $18.00/hour
Location: Joplin, MO
Shift: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Job Type: Temp-to-Hire
Job Order #: 123258

• Position Overview

The Production Lead plays a key role in overseeing daily production activities, maintaining workflow efficiency, and ensuring safety and quality standards are met across all departments. This Production Lead role is ideal for a hands-on leader who enjoys mentoring others and thrives in a fast-paced industrial setting.

• Required Experience & Skills

• High School Diploma or GED required
• 2+ years of manufacturing experience (leadership experience preferred)
• Forklift experience required (certification provided)
• Strong mechanical aptitude, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to lead effectively in a diverse team environment
• Reliable, safety-conscious, and detail-oriented

• Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead and support team members to achieve production, quality, and scheduling goals
• Coordinate daily production schedules and employee rotations for optimal workflow
• Safely monitor and operate machinery, following Lock-Out/Tag-Out procedures
• Step in across production areas as needed to maintain steady operations
• Train and mentor new employees while encouraging ongoing skill development
• Promote a safety-first, organized, and clean work environment
• Foster teamwork, positivity, and servant leadership principles
• Serve as backup to the Production Supervisor when required

• Preferred Education

• Additional technical or leadership training is a plus

This Production Lead opportunity offers a strong pathway into long-term leadership with a respected manufacturer. If you’re ready to grow and make an impact, this Production Lead role is a great next step.

If you are interested in this position, click the “Apply” button above to submit your application. If your qualifications align with the requirements of the position, a team member will contact you to schedule an interview.

Job Order # 123258

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