Production Lead | Train, Improve & Drive Efficiency

Knapheide; Bull Valley (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Knapheide Truck Equipment Company in McHenry, IL is seeking a Working Lead to direct, manage, and assist the production department, ensuring job standards are met. This position runs Monday-Thursday from 6:00am to 5:00pm, supporting a busy shop with a strong emphasis on safety and process discipline.

You will train new employees, conduct pre-audit inspections during installation, enforce policies, and promote best practices across the shop to maintain high-quality work.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Ability to lift/move up to 75 pounds.
• Strong mechanical background.
• Previous experience in the truck equipment industry or similar industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct, manage, and assist employees in the production department to meet job standards.
• Train new employees to align with company processes and safety rules.
• Conduct pre-audit inspection on vehicles during the installation process.
• Enforce company policies and procedures.
• Ensure best practices are consistently followed throughout the shop.

Skills

Mechanical background

Lifting up to 75 lbs

Truck equipment industry experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

Knapheide Truck Equipment Company in McHenry, IL is seeking a Working Lead to direct, manage, and assist the production department, ensuring job standards are met. This position runs Monday-Thursday from 6:00am to 5:00pm, supporting a busy shop with a strong emphasis on safety and process discipline.

You will train new employees, conduct pre-audit inspections during installation, enforce policies, and promote best practices across the shop to maintain high-quality work.