Production Lead

Manpower; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Manpower, Inc. is seeking a Production Lead in Jacksonville, FL to drive daily output on a 12-hour rotating shift (6 am–6 pm). You will lead 8–10 technicians and operators within a defined manufacturing zone, coaching and coordinating training to meet targets.

The role emphasizes a strong safety mindset, ISO readiness, and hands-on responsibility for QA testing, inspections, and continuous improvement across the line to reduce downtime, waste, and human error.

Qualifications

• High School Equivalent required.
• 1-3 years of experience as a team lead or manager.
• 1-3 years of experience in a high-volume automated manufacturing setting preferred.
• Strong safety mindset and ability to work around hazards (noise, heat, dust, fumes).
• Excellent communication and coaching skills for operators and techs.

Responsibilities

• Lead 8-10 employees (techs and operators) across one manufacturing zone.
• Assign daily tasks, coordinate training and development.
• Ensure work is completed efficiently within the zone.
• Prioritize safety and ensure ISO-compliant processes.
• Complete hourly area reports on output, yield, downtime, and pass down status; implement corrective actions.

Skills

Team leadership

Safety mindset

Communication

Coaching

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Job description

Our client, an automated manufacturing environment, is seeking a Production Lead to join their team. As a Production Lead, you will be part of the manufacturing operations team supporting production execution across a defined manufacturing zone. The ideal candidate will have a strong safety mindset, the ability to lead and coach a team, and the drive to hit daily production targets while continuously improving performance.

Job Title: Production Lead

Location: Jacksonville, FL

Pay Range: $20.40

Shift: Day shift 223 rotating schedule, 6 am- 6 pm

What's the Job?

• Achieve daily production goals for a 12-hour shift following a 2-3-2 rotating schedule in an automated manufacturing environment.
• Lead 8-10 employees (techs and operators) by assigning daily tasks, coordinating training and development, and ensuring work is completed efficiently within one manufacturing zone (Stringer, Layup, Framing, IV).
• Prioritize safety and ensure manufacturing processes comply with safety regulations while monitoring line performance to minimize cost, material waste, downtime, and human error.
• Complete hourly work area reports covering output, yield, downtime, and pass down status; implement corrective action for key bottlenecks tied to human performance.
• Support quality and compliance by completing daily inspection/checklist completion for ISO audit readiness and performing daily QA testing for stations within the assigned work area as needed.

What's Needed?

• High School Equivalent required.
• 1-3 years of experience as a team lead or manager, plus 1-3 years of experience in a manufacturing setting (high volume automated assembly line strongly preferred).
• Strong safety mindset and the ability to work in an environment with some exposure to noise, heat, dust, fumes, and other common hazards.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to coach operators and techs and report personnel-related issues to the line lead for resolution.
• Familiarity with MS Office Suite; strong Excel skills preferred; strong problem-solving skills.

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to lead a team and directly influence daily production results in an automated manufacturing environment.
• Clear expectations and structured reporting (hourly work area reports, daily inspections, and QA testing) to help you drive measurable performance.
• Hands-on responsibility for training, coaching, and break coverage to keep operations running smoothly across your assigned work area.
• Accountability for audit readiness and quality execution within your manufacturing zone.
• A role where your corrective actions and leadership help reduce downtime, waste, and human error.

Upon completion of waiting period associates are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k)