Production Shift Lead - Hands-on Ops & Safety Champion

Agru America; Fernley (NV); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental & Vision

Short Term Disability and Group Life

Supplemental policies (Aflac/Legal/ID 

Job summary

Agru America is seeking a production shift/team lead to supervise daily operations on the production floor and ensure safety and quality standards are met. You will monitor processes, mentor team members, and coordinate with maintenance to keep equipment running smoothly.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in manufacturing, experience with 5S, forklift operation, and basic electrical knowledge. This role may require overtime and occasional travel for training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical degree or certification preferred.
• Experience as a production shift/team lead required.
• Experience with 5s preferred.
• +2 years in manufacturing or production environment required.
• Experience as a machine mechanic required.
• Some electrical experience preferred.
• Overhead crane required.
• Quality control experience preferred.
• Forklift experience required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily operations on the production floor.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
• Monitor production processes and address issues as they arise.
• Train, mentor, and evaluate team members to enhance performance.
• Collaborate with other departments to optimize workflow and efficiency.
• Maintain accurate records of production metrics and report on performance.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to boost productivity.
• Maintain production machines and coordinate with maintenance for upkeep.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Company.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Blueprint reading

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Overtime availability

Troubleshooting

Time management

Basic math

Reliability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical degree or certification

Tools

Overhead crane

Forklift operation

Job description

Agru America is seeking a production shift/team lead to supervise daily operations on the production floor and ensure safety and quality standards are met. You will monitor processes, mentor team members, and coordinate with maintenance to keep equipment running smoothly.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in manufacturing, experience with 5S, forklift operation, and basic electrical knowledge. This role may require overtime and occasional travel for training.