Manufacturing Team Lead

Manufacturing Team Lead – 2nd Shift

Employment Solutions | Metamora, MI

Job Type: Full-Time
Shift: 2nd Shift – Noon to 9 PM, Monday - Thursday and 4 hours on Friday 
Pay: 23.46
Industry: Manufacturing / Production

Job Overview

Employment Solutions is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Manufacturing Team Lead for a manufacturing facility in Metamora, Michigan. This position is responsible for helping coordinate daily production activities, supporting production associates, maintaining quality standards, and promoting a safe and efficient work environment.

The ideal candidate has manufacturing experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to guide coworkers while remaining hands-on with production and quality inspections.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily production activities and workflow for second-shift team members.
• Provide work direction and support to production associates.
• Promote workplace safety and ensure proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Perform first-piece inspections at startup, after job changes, and following equipment or mold adjustments.
• Conduct product quality audits every two hours and accurately document results.
• Inspect finished products for defects and verify product labels and identification.
• Perform product testing and use measuring tools, gauges, calipers, and other quality inspection equipment.
• Identify and report quality issues, equipment problems, downtime, and material concerns.
• Maintain production records, inspection reports, and shift documentation.
• Assist with operating production presses and provide process support when trained and qualified.
• Help train new employees and reinforce safe work practices and standard operating procedures.
• Support continuous improvement, housekeeping, and quality initiatives.
• Communicate production updates and concerns to management.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One to two years of manufacturing, production, quality inspection, or technical experience preferred.
• Previous team lead, training, or leadership experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify product defects.
• Good communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, product specifications, and quality standards.
• Willingness to learn production equipment and quality inspection tools.
• Ability to work the assigned second shift and overtime or schedule changes as needed.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods on concrete floors.
• Ability to bend, reach, twist, kneel, and perform repetitive movements.
• Ability to lift and move items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to visually inspect products, read labels, and identify color differences.
• Work in a manufacturing environment that may include heat exceeding 100°F, dust, occasional fumes, chemicals, moving machinery, and noise.
• Wear required safety equipment, including eye and hearing protection.

Why Work with Employment Solutions?

Employment Solutions connects qualified candidates with manufacturing and production opportunities. Our team is here to help you through the hiring process and find an opportunity that fits your skills and experience.

Apply today! If you have manufacturing experience and are ready to take the next step into a leadership role, we encourage you to apply.

Employment Solutions is an equal opportunity employer.