Production Lead

Ultimate Staffing; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency is looking for a hands-on Production Lead in Phoenix, Arizona. The role requires manufacturing experience and involves leading daily kit assembly operations, supporting team performance, and addressing production issues in real time. Ideal candidates have problem-solving and leadership skills, familiarity with safety protocols, and experience with ERP systems and Excel. This is an active leadership role on the production floor that offers the opportunity to engage in hands-on production work.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing or production environment, preferably medical or regulated.
• Strong problem-solving and leadership skills, being the point of contact for issues.
• Familiarity with safety protocols; OSHA experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support daily kit assembly operations while leading by example.
• Prioritize daily workflow and address production issues in real time.
• Handle basic KPI reporting, pre-shift safety checks, and end-of-day coordination.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Problem-solving skills

Floor leadership skills

Knowledge of safety protocols

Coaching and training

Detail-oriented

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

Barcode scanners

Excel

Job description

We're looking for a hands‑on Production Lead with manufacturing experience who can support daily kit assembly operations while acting as the go‑to person on the production floor. This role leads by example-prioritizing daily workflow, addressing production issues in real time, reinforcing safety and quality standards, and supporting team performance. The Lead also handles basic KPI reporting, pre‑shift safety checks, and end‑of‑day housekeeping coordination.

What to look for:

• Prior experience in a manufacturing or production environment (medical, regulated, or quality‑driven environments preferred)
• Strong problem‑solving and floor leadership skills; comfortable being first point of contact for issues
• Working knowledge of safety protocols (OSHA experience a plus)
• Ability to coach, train, and support teammates while maintaining a positive, respectful work environment
• Detail‑oriented with experience using ERP systems, barcode scanners, and Excel
• Clear communicator who can manage priorities, update boards, and report daily production KPIs
• High school diploma or equivalent; English required

This is an active, on‑the‑floor leadership role, ideal for someone who enjoys both production work and informal team leadership without direct reports.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.