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Production Team Lead 12

• hour DAY shift WorkForce Unlimited
• 3.7 King, NC Job Details Full-time $24
• $27 an hour 2 days ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Referral program Qualifications Monitoring machines Machine setup Manufacturing management Equipment setup (production tasks) Team supervision Machine operation Industrial equipment adjustment Moving Industrial equipment troubleshooting Manufacturing facility experience Machine operation safety procedures Training machine operators Leading team collaboration initiatives Collaboration with manufacturing teams Managing manufacturing teams Factory process monitoring Materials handling Delegation Material handling equipment operation Production troubleshooting Full Job Description Production Lead / Forklift Operator•

Day Shift Openings:

1

Shift:

Day Shift | 7:00 AM

• 7:00

PM Employment Type:

Full-Time Experience Required:

Minimum 3 years of recent manufacturing and forklift experience; previous team lead or supervisory experience preferred.

Position Summary:

We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Production Lead / Forklift Operator to support daily manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong production background, recent forklift experience, machine operating knowledge, and the ability to lead and motivate a team. This is a working lead position, not a forklift-only or desk-based supervisory role. Candidates must be comfortable operating equipment, assisting with production, coordinating employees, and performing physically demanding manufacturing duties.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and coordinate daily production activities to meet safety, quality, and productivity goals. Operate and monitor manufacturing machinery, assisting with basic adjustments, changeovers, and troubleshooting. Safely operate forklifts to transport, stage, and replenish raw materials and finished products. Assist with loading, unloading, packaging, labeling, palletizing, and general material handling. Monitor production output, perform quality checks, and address workflow issues. Train and cross-train employees on production processes, equipment operation, and safety procedures. Promote accountability, teamwork, and compliance with safety and PPE requirements. Maintain clean, organized production areas and assist with housekeeping and equipment cleaning. Work alongside production associates and rotate between tasks as operational needs change.

Required Qualifications:

Minimum 2-3 years of hands-on production leadership experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment. Minimum 3 years of recent forklift experience in a manufacturing environment. Strong hands-on experience in manufacturing, production, and machine operation. Proven ability to lead production associates, assign tasks, monitor productivity, and maintain accountability. Experience operating or supporting production machinery, including basic adjustments and troubleshooting. Familiarity with production processes, material handling, inventory, and quality standards. Ability to train employees, coordinate workflow, and prioritize production needs. Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills. Willingness to work alongside employees and perform physically demanding production duties throughout a 12-hour shift. Dependable, safety-focused, and comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous experience as a Production Lead, Manufacturing Lead, Machine Operator Lead, Team Lead, or similar role. Experience with sit-down, stand-up, reach, or clamp forklifts. Machine changeovers, basic troubleshooting, and production equipment adjustments. RF scanners, inventory systems, and production documentation. Experience training employees, monitoring productivity, and coordinating multiple production tasks.

Physical Requirements:

Stand and walk for extended periods throughout a 12-hour shift. Frequently bend, stoop, reach, lift, and handle manufacturing materials. Perform repetitive and physically demanding production tasks. Work safely around moving machinery, forklifts, and industrial equipment. Assist with general cleaning, equipment maintenance support, and housekeeping. What We're Looking For We are looking for a dependable, well-rounded manufacturing professional who leads by example. The successful candidate will bring strong forklift and machine operating experience, take initiative, hold team members accountable, and work alongside employees to keep production running safely and efficiently.

Pay:

$24.00

• $27.

00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Referral program Application Question(s): How many years of hands-on production leadership experience do you have in a manufacturing environment? Do you have hands-on experience operating, adjusting, or troubleshooting production machinery in a manufacturing environment?

Experience:

Forklift :

3 years (Required)

Work Location:

In person