Production Lead – 2nd Shift
Pay: $18.00/hour
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Location: Joplin, MO
Job Type: Temp-to-Hire
Job Order # 122767

Position Overview

We’re seeking a motivated and experienced Production Lead to join our client’s growing manufacturing team in Joplin, MO. The Production Lead will play a key role in overseeing production activities, maintaining workflow efficiency, and ensuring safety and quality standards are met across all departments. This position is ideal for a hands-on leader who enjoys mentoring others and thrives in a fast-paced industrial setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support your team 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.

Qualifications

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

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Competitive pay with opportunities for advancement.
• Temp-to-hire opportunity with a respected, stable manufacturer.
• Supportive, team-focused culture that values growth and collaboration.
• Gain real-world leadership experience in a safety-driven production setting.

If you’re ready to lead from the front and grow into a permanent leadership role, this Production Lead position in Joplin is the perfect fit for you.

Job Order # 122767

Stand-By Personnel | Skilled Division

Joplin Office Location:

1901 E 32nd Street, Joplin, MO 64804

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.