Production Lead

dormakaba; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k Matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Employee Discounts

Job summary

dormakaba is seeking a First Shift Production Lead in Indianapolis, IN. The role leads day-to-day operations, coordinates workflow, and upholds safety, quality, cost, delivery, and people objectives on a manufacturing floor.

The lead will co-run daily SQCDP meetings, mentor operators, and ensure standardized work. Strong technical skills with punch presses and setup abilities are required for this critical production leadership position.

Qualifications

• Lead the production team and manage daily workflow.
• Provide technical guidance and ensure adherence to SQCDP metrics.
• Deliver operator training and validate competency across shifts.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily production activities to meet SQCDP objectives.
• Co-lead daily SQCDP meetings and track action items.
• Maintain visual boards with up-to-date metrics and improvement plans.
• Serve as SME for processes, troubleshoot, and minimize downtime.
• Perform advanced machine operations, setups, and changeovers.

Skills

Production leadership

SQCDP governance

Troubleshooting

Operator training

PIV certified

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Punch presses

Machine tooling

Job description

Position Overview

dormakaba is seeking a First Shift (6:00AM-2:30PM) Production Lead based in Indianapolis, IN. The Production Lead provides day-to-day operational and technical leadership within an assigned manufacturing area by coordinating workflow, supporting team members, ensuring adherence to standardized work, and promoting a safe, quality-focused production environment.

HIRING SALARY RANGE

Base Salary $28/hr. - $35/hr. Mandatory overtime may be required as needed. (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data). This position includes a competitive benefits package. Please visit our career site for more information on benefits.

$2,000 Sign-on Bonus (details provided during interview)

What you will do

• Coordinate daily production activities by balancing labor, assigning work, removing barriers, and meeting Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, and People (SQCDP) objectives
• Co-lead daily SQCDP meetings by communicating priorities, reviewing metrics, resolving issues, and driving accountability
• Maintain SQCDP visual boards with accurate metrics, action plans, and continuous improvement updates
• Serve as the technical Subject Matter Expert (SME) for assigned processes by troubleshooting issues, optimizing equipment, and minimizing downtime
• Perform advanced machine operations, setups, changeovers, and process verification to support production and standard work compliance

What we require

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 5+ years of advanced manufacturing experience and demonstrated proficiency operating punch press machines with progressive dies; equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered
• Demonstrated expertise operating, setting up, troubleshooting, and optimizing complex manufacturing equipment and processes
• Experience delivering technical training, mentoring employees, validating operator competency, and supporting cross-training initiatives
• Powered Industrial Vehicle (PIV) experience and the ability to obtain certification within established timeframes

Physical Requirements

• Use hands and fingers for seizing, holding, grasping, turning, etc. and for fine manipulation such as touching, picking, and pinching
• Use close/distance/color/peripheral vision, including using depth perception and adjusting focus
• Remain active throughout shift by standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, climbing, and lifting/moving items up to 40 pounds on a regular basis, and up to 50 pounds occasionally

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable federal, state, and local laws.

What we prefer

• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, standardized work, SQCDP, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement methodologies
• Previous experience serving as a technical lead, SME, or informal leader in a manufacturing environment
• Associate degree or technical certification in Manufacturing Technology, Industrial Technology, Precision Machining, Mechatronics, Tool & Die, Engineering Technology, or a related technical field

What we offer

• Taking Care of our Employees on Day One with Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance coverage options. No waiting periods!
• Your health is our priority, we offer Medical Wellness Programs to aid in your well-being
• Vacation and Personal Time Off
• We support your growing family; we provide Parental Leave for Moms and Dads!
• Wisely plan for your future with our 401k Matching plan beginning on Day One
• Supporting your career development with our Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Robust culture supporting internal advancement with our Learn and Grow Program
• 24/7 access to over 15,000 LinkedIn Learning courses to assist in your professional development and to expand on your individual interests.
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Voluntary Legal Insurance
• Unlimited Referral Reward Bonuses
• Corporate Discounts for shopping, travel and more!

Who we are

We are at the heart of every place that matters. From automatic doors to cloud-based access management - as a leading global provider in the access solutions market for schools, banks, airports, hospitals, hotels, and many more, we enable seamless movement within secure, safe, and sustainable places. With over 160 years of experience and a focus on excellence and innovation, we offer exciting opportunities to grow in an environment where you can make a real impact. At dormakaba, you are encouraged to take initiative, develop your skills, and build your career alongside 16,000 experts worldwide who are setting industry standards every day.

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