Manufacturing Lead

Lubrizol IMEA; Hamilton (MT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

Lubrizol IMEA is looking for a Manufacturing Lead based in Hamilton, Montana. In this role, you will supervise a team of manufacturing operators, ensure compliance with safety and quality guidelines, and promote a productive work environment.

The ideal candidate should have over 3 years of manufacturing experience, strong leadership skills, and a high school diploma. The position offers competitive salary and benefits, including health coverage and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant manufacturing experience, including team leadership.
• Proven ability to lead teams in a production or manufacturing setting.
• Hands-on experience with tools/equipment in a production environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support a team of 4+ manufacturing operators.
• Ensure compliance with quality systems and safety guidelines.
• Document and communicate disciplinary issues to supervision.

Skills

Manufacturing processes and product flow

Quality systems (including CAPA involvement)

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Problem-solving ability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Production tools and equipment

Job description

Date: Jun 17, 2026

Location: Victor & Hamilton, MT

Shift: 2:15 PM – 12:45 AM (2nd Shift)

Job Type: Full-time

How You'll Make An Impact

As a Manufacturing Lead, you will play a key role in ensuring your assigned production cell consistently meets customer demand, production schedules, and quality expectations. You will lead by example on the production floor, providing hands‑on support while developing team capabilities, maintaining compliance, and driving operational efficiency. In this role, you will:

• Supervise and support a team of 4+ manufacturing operators.
• Determine how to manage assigned team‑members (and temporary personnel), ensuring day‑to‑day activities are professional and respectful.
• Comply with company policies, guidelines and regulatory requirements, providing training and guidance to ensure overall compliance with the quality system and safety guidelines for a safe and clean working environment.
• Lead by setting a good example (role model).
• Be responsible for all operations/products produced in the assigned production cell.
• Work with Manufacturing Supervisor, Manufacturing Manager and other Manufacturing Leads to prioritize staffing assignments, meeting customer demand and production schedules.
• Create an environment oriented to trust, open communication, creative thinking and cohesive team effort.
• Mentor and motivate team members to maximize individual and group productivity.
• Maintain a clean and organized work cell to facilitate manufacturing functions.
• Report problems or concerns regarding Quality, Processes, Equipment, Material and personnel to the Manufacturing Supervisor.
• Identify and support continuous improvement efforts with assigned team‑members and the Manufacturing Supervisor.
• Ensure proper man loading on a daily/weekly/monthly schedule.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ownership of work completed by yourself and team members.
• Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the assigned cell, demonstrating proficiency in the operation of all equipment in the cell.
• Recognize and celebrate team and member accomplishments and exceptional performance.
• Complete lot acceptance activities for the assigned production cell (QOP‑0004 minimum).
• Participate as an active member of the production cell team and assemble/inspect products as required.
• Participate in the interview of new personnel process.
• Execute and coordinate employee training to ensure procedures are followed, understood, and meet all quality requirements.
• Provide feedback and input to Manufacturing Supervisor on employee performance and any disciplinary issues.
• Lead special or ongoing projects for critical cell improvements or AER/CAPA activities.
• Provide the team with a vision of project/team objectives (road map).
• Facilitate problem solving and collaboration within the team and with internal customers/departments.
• Familiarize the team with customer needs, specifications, design standards, techniques and tools to support task performance.
• Ensure the team addresses all relevant issues within specifications and standards that may contribute to process improvements.
• Identify capacity constraints for equipment/personnel and provide possible solutions.
• Provide statistical and performance feedback/coaching on a regular basis to each team member.
• Document and communicate disciplinary issues to the Manufacturing Supervisor per company policy/guidelines.
• Use appropriate judgment in upward communication regarding cell or team member issues/concerns.
• Coach and develop team members' professional development.
• Manage team performance, attendance, yields, OT, and conduct performance evaluations and assist with career paths.
• Participate in Sales planning projects.
• Provide customer commitments and updates to customer service to ensure on‑time delivery, with commitments within 3 business days of receipt of customer order.
• Develop, present, and implement a succession plan for the cell.
• Train Manufacturing Operators as required.
• Identify lean and process improvements independent of project management.
• Provide weekly yield reporting including trend analysis and process change impact.
• Submit feedback for Performance Evaluations and training participation.
• Assist in correcting inadequacies and resolve personnel disputes.
• Support MRP, QAD, and cycle counting concepts.
• Manage multiple product families with multiple processes (inspection, assembly, etc.).
• Participate in conversations with customers.

Required Qualifications That Enable Your Success

• High school diploma or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of relevant manufacturing experience, including team leadership responsibilities.
• Demonstrated experience leading teams in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Manufacturing processes and product flow
  • Quality systems (including CAPA involvement)
• Ability to:
  • Read and interpret procedures, drawings and specifications.
  • Train and develop manufacturing operators.
  • Analyze and solve problems effectively.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and teamwork skills.
• Proven organizational, time management, and planning abilities.
• Basic arithmetic proficiency.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel required).
• Hands‑on ability to work with tools and equipment in a production environment.

Preferred Qualifications That Drive You Forward

• Experience in medical device manufacturing or regulated environments.
• Familiarity with MRP systems (QAD preferred) and cycle counting.
• Experience with Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Exposure to multi‑product or multi‑process manufacturing environments.
• Experience participating in:
  • CAPA and AER activities.
  • Customer interactions or production planning efforts.

Benefits That Empower You

• Competitive salary with performance‑based bonus opportunities.
• 401(k) match + Age‑Weighted Defined Contribution.
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage; Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Paid holidays, vacation, and parental leave.
• Flexible work environment.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Career and professional growth.
• Inclusive culture and community engagement.

Your Work Environment

• Standing, walking, or operating equipment for extended periods.
• Working in a lab or manufacturing setting with appropriate PPE provided.
• Use of computers and digital tools in an office or hybrid environment.
• Occasional lifting or movement of materials.
• Adherence to rigorous safety protocols and ergonomic standards.