Production Lead

Production Lead Person
Full time Temp-to-Hire, daytime work schedule M-Fr

Position Summary

Our client is seeking a Production Lead to support day-to-day manufacturing operations. This role is part of the plant leadership team and works closely with the Production Manager to drive production output, maintain quality standards, and support continuous improvement efforts within an assigned area and shift.

Primary Responsibilities

• Monitor and adjust production schedules to meet delivery timelines
• Evaluate employee performance and provide guidance on daily operations
• Identify and recommend improvements to production methods, equipment, and product quality
• Troubleshoot production issues in coordination with management and engineering
• Ensure adherence to internal policies and quality system procedures
• Organize and manage materials staged for production builds
• Track and review labor records, addressing discrepancies as needed

Required Qualifications

• Experience in a mechanical/electrical manufacturing environment
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Ability to read and interpret electro-mechanical drawings and communicate details to team members

Preferred Skills

• Ability to collaborate with other departments on staffing, skill development, and cross-training
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Willingness to train and mentor employees
• Strong organizational and basic math skills
• Willingness to assist with hands-on production work when needed
• IPC J-STD-001 soldering certification or experience is a plus
• Ability to enforce policies and lead by example

Physical Requirements

• Standing, walking, sitting, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling as needed
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs

Pay Rate

$27.00 – $35.00/hour, depending on experience

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.