Second-Shift Production Lead: Hands-On Team Leader

Marmon Holdings, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Marmon Holdings, Inc. is seeking a Production Lead for the second shift to coordinate workflow, assist teammates, promote safety and quality, and serve as the primary contact for shift issues. This hands-on role requires strong leadership in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You will operate and troubleshoot equipment, monitor schedules, support bottleneck operations, train new staff, and document production results while upholding company policies and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Must have prior manufacturing experience.
• Leadership or lead experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of production processes and safety practices.
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot basic production equipment.

Responsibilities

• Provide direction and support to second-shift production employees.
• Assign tasks and monitor workflow to meet production goals.
• Promote a positive, safe, and productive work environment.
• Provide coaching, guidance, and on-the-job support.
• Address employee concerns and escalate issues as needed.
• Monitor attendance and adherence to policies.
• Assist with onboarding and training of new employees.
• Operate manufacturing equipment as needed.
• Fill in for absent employees and support bottleneck operations.
• Monitor production schedules and adjust priorities as directed.
• Troubleshoot basic equipment or process issues.
• Maintain production records and communicate shift updates.
• Support enforcement of safety rules and procedures.
• Conduct regular safety observations and report unsafe conditions.
• Ensure products meet quality standards.
• Document production, quality, or safety concerns.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Serve as a point of contact for second-shift operational issues.
• Communicate production performance and staffing concerns to management.
• Participate in meetings and provide shift updates.

Skills

Operate production equipment

Troubleshooting

Lead by example

Read and write clearly

Read job specifications

Organize work

Communication across levels

Basic arithmetic & statistics

Machine & tools knowledge

Customer requirements understanding

Multi-task under priorities

Self-starter

Housekeeping & organization

Job description

Marmon Holdings, Inc. is seeking a Production Lead for the second shift to coordinate workflow, assist teammates, promote safety and quality, and serve as the primary contact for shift issues. This hands-on role requires strong leadership in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You will operate and troubleshoot equipment, monitor schedules, support bottleneck operations, train new staff, and document production results while upholding company policies and continuous improvement initiatives.