Production Team Lead

Continental Linen Services; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Continental Linen Services in Kalamazoo, MI, is seeking a Production Team Leader to manage multiple production departments. The role combines leadership with hands-on production oversight and basic mechanical troubleshooting of washers and dryers to keep lines running efficiently and safely.

Responsibilities include prioritizing work, training staff, coordinating maintenance, and ensuring quality output while meeting targets. Strong teamwork and reliability are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a team in manufacturing or textile settings.
• Willingness to work Monday–Friday with some Saturdays.
• Strong communication and safety focus.
• Basic mechanical troubleshooting for washers and dryers.

Responsibilities

• Establish work priorities with supervisor and train team.
• Conduct team meetings for updates and improvements.
• Plan work and resolve on-the-job production issues.
• Monitor Wash Aisle and Mat Department throughput.
• Ensure machines run efficiently and quality standards are met.
• Inspect, coordinate and record team work.
• Address discipline issues with supervisor.
• Assist with housekeeping at shift end.
• Diagnose and repair minor mechanical issues and coordinate with vendors for major repairs.
• Maintain a maintenance log.

Skills

Leadership

Team player

Team motivator

Hands-on production management

Mechanical knowledge

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Do you have experience leading a team? Do you have experience in the manufacturing or textile industry? We would love to hear from you!

Position Summary:

The Production Team Leader at Continental Linen Services in Kalamazoo, MI, is responsible for managing the operation of multiple departments within production. This role requires a combination of leadership skills, hands-on production management, and basic mechanical knowledge to address minor technical issues with the washers and dryers. The Team Leader will ensure that the production floor operates efficiently, meets production targets, and maintains the highest standards of quality and safety.

What we look for:

• Commitment to Monday through Friday and occasionally Saturday
• Working alarm for prompt arrival (early mornings)
• Reliable transportation (every day)
• Team player and Team motivator

Daily Responsibilities:

• Helps establish work priorities in conjunction with supervisor. Receives assignments from supervisor, then assigns and trains members of the group in safe and correct work procedures and performance required.
• Conduct team meetings to discuss operational updates, challenges, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Plans work to be performed by the group. Assists assigned personnel in resolving on-the-job production problems.
• Monitor the daily operations of the Wash Aisle and Mat Department to ensure flow of product through the plan is at a consistent and efficient pace.
• Ensure that machines are running efficiently and that quality standards are maintained.
• Inspects, coordinates, and records work performed by the group.
• Refers problems involving job discipline to supervisor for handling.
• Performs additional tasks as required by plant management.
• Helps department with housekeeping duties during and at the end of each shift.
• Diagnose and repair minor mechanical issues with the washers, dryers or other equipment. Call and liaise with third-party companies for guidance on repairs.
• Coordinate with external vendors or technicians for major repairs, ensuring minimal downtime.
• Maintain a log of all maintenance activities and repairs.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma preferred

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements of the Role:

• Work is performed in hot, humid conditions during summer and cool/cold conditions during winter. There is high noise in certain areas.
• Ability to push/pull industrial laundry carts and lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to count accurately, read/ write English
• Ability to stand for long periods of time while performing simple tasks