3rd Shift Hot Melt Production Lead

IFS Industries Inc.; Garland (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

IFS Industries, Inc. is seeking an experienced Production Shift Lead to oversee daily manufacturing operations in Garland, TX. You will coordinate activities, direct employees, maintain workflow, and ensure safety, quality, and production standards are met.

This role serves as the on-site operational point of contact when management isn’t present. You will work closely with the Production Supervisor to optimize batch processing, monitor equipment, and drive efficiency while maintaining accurate

Qualifications

• Leadership and communication skills essential for directing production teams.
• Ability to read and follow batch tickets and SOPs.
• Knowledge of manufacturing safety procedures and equipment operations.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to perform basic math and troubleshoot production issues.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily production activities and assign tasks to meet goals.
• Provide leadership, training, and guidance to production staff.
• Monitor batch processing, equipment operations, and overall efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with procedures, batch instructions, and quality standards.
• Assist with equipment troubleshooting and address operating concerns.
• Maintain accurate production records and shift reports.
• Reinforce safety, housekeeping, attendance, and company standards.
• Communicate issues and shift updates to the Supervisor.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Batch ticket reading

Safety procedures

Basic math

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Description

About Us

IFS Industries is a manufacturer of high-performance adhesives, coatings, and specialty polymer solutions. We are committed to delivering quality products while maintaining a safe, efficient, and team-oriented manufacturing environment.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Production Shift Lead to support daily manufacturing operations. This position is responsible for coordinating production activities, providing direction to employees, maintaining workflow, and ensuring safety, quality, and production standards are met.

The Production Shift Lead works closely with the Production Supervisor and serves as the primary operational point of contact when management is not on-site.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily production activities, assign tasks, and monitor workflow to meet production goals.
• Provide leadership, training, and guidance to production employees.
• Monitor batch processing, equipment operations, and production efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with production procedures, batch instructions, and quality standards.
• Assist with equipment troubleshooting and address operational concerns.
• Maintain accurate production records, batch documentation, and shift reports.
• Reinforce workplace safety, housekeeping, attendance, and company standards.
• Communicate production issues, staffing concerns, and shift updates to the Production Supervisor.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Previous experience in an industrial manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to read and follow batch tickets, production instructions, and standard operating procedures.
• Knowledge of manufacturing safety procedures and equipment operations.
• Basic math skills and ability to troubleshoot production issues.
• Ability to lift up to 55 lbs., with assistance or equipment when necessary.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, or adjusted schedules as needed.
• Must comply with required PPE and respiratory protection standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Production Lead, Team Lead, or Shift Lead.
• Experience in chemical manufacturing, adhesives production, or batch processing.
• Experience operating industrial manufacturing equipment and forklifts.

Why Join Our Team?

Join a growing manufacturing company where safety, teamwork, accountability, and quality are valued. This is an opportunity to take on a leadership role, develop your skills, and contribute to a successful production team.

IFS Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.