A-Shop Production Lead

John W. McDougall Co., Inc.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Vision Dental

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Short-Term Insurance

401k match

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Job summary

John W. McDougall Co., Inc. is seeking a Production Lead to oversee daily operations in the Nashville facility, ensuring workflow efficiency and strict quality controls.

The successful candidate will lead a team, manage schedules and materials, and train staff in fabrication techniques and panel assembly, while maintaining accurate daily reports and adherence to company policies.

Qualifications

• Experience in production leadership or supervision.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, scheduling, and inventory.
• Ability to train and mentor fabrication staff.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Attention to detail and quality assurance.
• Ability to enforce policies and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assign and oversee daily tasks, ensuring clear job assignments.
• Monitor the production schedule to meet delivery deadlines.
• Ensure employees have necessary tools and materials to complete tasks.
• Train team on fabrication techniques and panel assembly.
• Maintain quality control for panels leaving production.
• Stay ahead of production flow to prevent bottlenecks or delays.
• Prepare and maintain accurate daily reports for each area.
• Generate NCRs and communicate with Quality Control as needed.
• Process ERFs and remakes when required.
• Maintain inventory records and track supply usage.
• Order materials for fabrication as needed.
• Ensure employees adhere to policies and maintain productivity.
• Enforce disciplinary actions per policy.
• Review and approve employee timesheets weekly.

Skills

Supervisory role

Manufacturing processes

Scheduling

Inventory management

Mentoring

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Reporting & records

Fast-paced multitasking

Job description

John W. McDougall, we are more than just a leader in metal and facade solutions—we are a third‑generation, family‑owned business driven by innovation, craftsmanship, and a passion for transforming vision into reality. With a legacy of delivering iconic projects, we take pride in exceeding customer expectations while fostering an environment where our people thrive.

About The Role

We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Production Lead to oversee daily operations, ensure workflow efficiency, and maintain quality standards in our production area. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, the ability to manage schedules and supplies, and a commitment to training and maintaining a productive work environment.

Requirements

• Assign and oversee daily tasks, ensuring all team members start the day with clear job assignments.
• Monitor the production schedule to meet delivery deadlines.
• Ensure employees have necessary tools and materials to complete their tasks efficiently.
• Train team members on proper fabrication techniques and panel assembly when needed.
• Maintain strict quality control, ensuring all panels leaving the production area meet company standards.
• Stay ahead of production flow to prevent bottlenecks or delays.
• Prepare and maintain accurate daily reports for each work area.
• Generate Non‑Conformance Reports (NCRs) and communicate with the Quality Control department as needed.
• Process Engineering Request Forms (ERFs) and remakes when required.
• Maintain inventory records, track supply usage, and generate weekly supply charge reports.
• Order materials for fabrication as needed.
• Ensure all employees adhere to company policies and maintain productivity throughout work hours.
• Enforce disciplinary actions in accordance with company policies when necessary.
• Review and approve employee timesheets weekly.

Qualifications & Skills

• Previous experience in a production lead or supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, scheduling, and inventory management.
• Ability to train and mentor employees in proper fabrication techniques.
• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and quality assurance.
• Ability to communicate effectively and enforce company policies.
• Proficiency in report creation and record‑keeping.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and manage multiple priorities.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and move for extended periods.
• Capability to lift and handle materials as required.
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment with tools and machinery.

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental
• Company Sponsored Life Insurance and Long‑Term Disability
• Voluntary Short Term and Life Insurance Policies offered
• 401k with company match up to 4%
• Company sponsored Employee Assistance Program
• PTO

Drug-Free Workplace

We provide and require a drug‑free workplace. All new hires will be subject to a pre‑employment drug screening as well as randomly selected drug screenings for the duration of employment with our company.

If you are a motivated leader with a focus on efficiency, quality, and team development, we encourage you to apply for this role!