Production Lead — Auto Salvage & Recycling

Pull-A-Part of Columbia LLC; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance

Long-Term Disability Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Holidays & Vacation

On-the-Job Training & Career Growth

Employee Referral Bonus ($500)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Pull-A-Part of Columbia LLC is seeking a Production Lead to support the Store Manager and Production Chief in overseeing automotive salvage and recycling operations. You will lead a team, ensure safety and productivity, and drive continuous improvement across facilities.

The role requires hands-on leadership, mechanical aptitude, and strong organizational skills to manage schedules, inventory, and team development.

Qualifications

• Experience leading production teams in an industrial setting.
• Commitment to safety, teamwork, and customer service excellence.
• Mechanical aptitude with knowledge of automotive salvage/recycling processes.

Responsibilities

• Foster a Safety First culture and environmental stewardship.
• Lead by example in line with core values: Respect, Help, Learn & Grow.
• Supervise, motivate, and develop production staff.
• Maintain facility cleanliness and safety standards.
• Manage daily production schedules and performance goals.
• Oversee salvage and recycling processes.
• Operate heavy equipment as needed.
• Audit inventory levels and ensure accuracy.
• Coordinate maintenance and inspections of equipment.
• Enforce SOPs and company policies.
• Support hiring, training, and performance management.
• Collaborate with management to optimize workflow.

Skills

Leadership

Safety-first

Mechanical aptitude

Industrial ops

Team development

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Heavy equipment operation

Communication

Job description

Pull-A-Part of Columbia LLC is seeking a Production Lead to support the Store Manager and Production Chief in overseeing automotive salvage and recycling operations. You will lead a team, ensure safety and productivity, and drive continuous improvement across facilities.

The role requires hands-on leadership, mechanical aptitude, and strong organizational skills to manage schedules, inventory, and team development.