Production Team Lead — Crop Science Operations

Indiana Ag Connection; Tipton (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Vylor is seeking a Team Lead to oversee a staff of production employees at the Tipton, Indiana location. You will coordinate resources, ensure safety, and maintain quality while guiding seasonal operations and improving efficiency.

You will communicate across all levels, plan workforce needs, and manage inventory and records. The role requires hands-on leadership, the ability to work extended hours, and a focus on continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, operations, production, agriculture, or related fields.
• Strong communication and leadership skills to guide teams and coordinate resources.
• Experience with SAP or equivalent manufacturing software.
• Willingness to work extended hours, rotating shifts, and overtime during seasonal peaks.
• Forklift operations experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain effective communication across all levels of the team to ensure accurate information flow.
• Support all seasonal production operations and ensure adherence to Quality Plans.
• Monitor product quality and inventory, ensuring records are accurate and up-to-date.
• Plan and prepare workforce, equipment, and materials for upcoming shifts and process orders.
• Lead by example and step in as shift supervisor when needed.
• Assist with capital projects and workforce planning as needed.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Operations experience

Leadership

Forklift operations

LEAN manufacturing

Problem solving

Education

Highschool Diploma/GED

Tools

SAP

Job description

Vylor is seeking a Team Lead to oversee a staff of production employees at the Tipton, Indiana location. You will coordinate resources, ensure safety, and maintain quality while guiding seasonal operations and improving efficiency.

You will communicate across all levels, plan workforce needs, and manage inventory and records. The role requires hands-on leadership, the ability to work extended hours, and a focus on continuous improvement.