Production Lead - 1st Shift 27/hour+

Aerotek; Etna Township (OH); On-site; USD 57,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

ESOP

PTO 112 hours first year

401(k) match

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

Parental leave

Wellness program

Safety bonus

Employee discounts

Training & development

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring a Production Lead for 1st shift in Etna, OH. The role oversees 1st shift operations, focusing on quality, training, cross-training, and continuous improvement while ensuring a safe, efficient workspace.

The position emphasizes lean manufacturing, machine operation, and team coordination to maintain high-quality output and strong performance across production lines.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in production or operations.
• Hands-on manufacturing experience in a plant setting.
• Ability to interpret and act on quality control reports and performance data.
• Experience supervising teams on production lines or general labor.
• Strong understanding of production processes, assembly work.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing and process improvement.
• Coordinate cross-training and staffing flexibility across roles.
• Competence in using hand tools and operating equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Review weekly quality control reports and take corrective action.
• Participate in weekly quality meetings to set team goals.
• Engage in team lead meetings to resolve shop challenges.
• Document and suggest improvements to new hire training procedures.
• Ensure onboarding schedule and training milestones are followed.
• Manage cross-training efforts to maintain staffing flexibility.
• Support continuous improvement for production efficiency, quality & safety.
• Oversee production activities including machine operation & assembly.
• Promote lean manufacturing to reduce waste and improve processes.
• Monitor team performance and provide coaching for growth.
• Collaborate with quality and operations to address process issues.
• Ensure safe operation of equipment including forklifts and tools.
• Maintain clear communication across shifts for consistent standards.
• Contribute to safety culture and continuous improvement on the floor.

Skills

Leadership experience

Hands-on manufacturing

Quality control interpretation

Team supervision

Production processes & assembly

Lean manufacturing

Cross-training coordination

Hand tools safety

Tools

Forklifts

Job description

Production Lead - 1st Shift, $27/hour+

Job Description

The Production Lead oversees 1st shift operations in a manufacturing facility, ensuring high-quality output, efficient processes, and effective team coordination. This role focuses on quality control, training and development, cross-training, and continuous improvement while maintaining a safe and productive work environment.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a performance-driven culture that rewards results through company performance bonuses and a robust Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). The organization supports work-life balance with up to 112 hours of PTO in the first year, a 401(k) with company match, and comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage. Team members enjoy life and disability insurance, parental leave, wellness programs, safety bonuses, employee discounts, and ongoing training and development that foster long-term growth and career advancement.

Work Environment

The role is based in a brand-new, climate-controlled manufacturing facility designed for comfort and efficiency. The environment features modern production lines, machine operation areas, assembly stations, and material-handling equipment such as forklifts and hand tools. Safety standards are a priority, with a focus on maintaining a clean, organized, and secure workspace that supports lean manufacturing and continuous improvement practices

Responsibilities

• Review weekly quality control reports and take timely corrective action on identified issues.

• Participate in weekly quality meetings to help set and implement team-specific quality goals.

• Engage in team lead meetings to identify and resolve shop-wide operational and production challenges.

• Document and recommend improvements to new hire training procedures to enhance onboarding effectiveness.

• Ensure full compliance with the new hire onboarding schedule and related training milestones.

• Manage and track cross-training efforts to maintain staffing flexibility across production lines and workstations.

• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on production efficiency, quality, and safety.

• Oversee general production activities, including machine operation, assembly, and production line workflow.

• Promote and uphold lean manufacturing principles to reduce waste and improve processes.

• Monitor team performance and provide coaching and development to support employee growth.

• Collaborate with quality and operations teams to address process issues and implement corrective actions.

• Ensure safe operation of equipment, including forklifts and hand tools, in compliance with safety guidelines.

• Maintain clear communication across shifts to support consistent production and quality standards.

• Contribute to a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement on the production floor.

Essential Skills

• Proven leadership experience in a production or operations environment.

• Hands-on manufacturing experience in a plant or factory setting.

• Ability to interpret and act on quality control reports and performance data.

• Experience supervising or leading teams on a production line or in general labor settings.

• Strong understanding of production processes, machine operation, and assembly work.

• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and process improvement practices.

• Ability to coordinate cross-training and manage staffing flexibility across different roles.

• Competence in using hand tools and operating production equipment safely.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Etna, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $63502.00 - $63502.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Company performance bonuses, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Up to 112 hours of PTO first year, 401K w/ company match, employee discounts, medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, parental leave, wellness program, safety bonus, ongoing training and development!

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Etna,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 18, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.