Production Lead - 2nd/3rd Shift | Lean & Safety

Worthington Enterprises; Chilton (WI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Shift differential

Sign-on bonus

Health coverage day one

Growth opportunities

Barber & gym onsite

Job summary

Worthington Enterprises is seeking a Production Leader to guide and support manufacturing teams on 2nd or 3rd shift. This hands-on role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement to impact daily operations.

The ideal candidate has prior leadership experience in manufacturing, strong communication and problem-solving skills, and the ability to work hands-on with machinery and inspection tools. A forklift certification is preferred or obtainable.

Qualifications

• Previous leadership experience in a manufacturing environment (preferred)
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Ability to work hands-on with machinery and inspection tools
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain
• Knowledge of safety practices, including Lockout/Tagout
• A team-focused leader who leads by example

Responsibilities

• Lead daily production activities to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost goals
• Support the training, development, and scheduling of team members
• Conduct pre-shift meetings and assign work in the supervisor’s absence
• Troubleshoot production challenges and drive effective solutions
• Ensure accurate production reporting and efficient use of resources
• Act as a first responder during plant emergencies
• Participate in Lean and continuous improvement initiatives

Job description

Worthington Enterprises is seeking a Production Leader to guide and support manufacturing teams on 2nd or 3rd shift. This hands-on role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement to impact daily operations.

The ideal candidate has prior leadership experience in manufacturing, strong communication and problem-solving skills, and the ability to work hands-on with machinery and inspection tools. A forklift certification is preferred or obtainable.