Now hiring for a Production Lead
Location: Louisville, KY
Pay Rate: $18.00 per hour
Schedule: B Shift – Monday through Thursday, 7:00 AM to 6:45 PM

Lead a Crew. Earn Respect. Stack the Paychecks.

Looking for Production Lead jobs in Louisville where you can lead from the floor and keep production moving? This opportunity puts your leadership, manufacturing experience, and problem-solving skills to work keeping people productive, quality high, and safety at the center of every shift.

If your skills and experience are a good match for this role please apply today. This opportunity is based on a Production Supervisor career path and is being offered by Staffmark to qualified candidates.

• Operates machinery to assist in the production process. ??
• Assemble materials as required. ??
• Inspect finished products for defects to ensure quality standards are met. ??
• Assist in the loading of raw materials to the production lines. ??
• Transport raw materials from one place to another. ??
• Reviews products for quality and accuracy; reviews accompanying documents for accuracy. ??
• Pack goods to be shipped. ??
• When problems arise, resolves issues with operators and team. ??
• Collects and properly disposes of scrap bracing, cardboard, paper, strapping, etc., maintaining a safe and clean work environment. ??
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree, technical training, manufacturing coursework, or leadership development training is preferred.

Experience Requirements

• Experience working in a manufacturing, warehouse, production, or related industrial environment.
• Experience leading employees, coordinating production activities, or providing day-to-day direction to a production team.
• Knowledge of production processes, workplace safety, quality standards, and productivity expectations.
• Strong communication, organizational, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to use basic computer systems, production tracking software, reports, and operational documentation.
• Ability to lead by example, hold team members accountable, and respond effectively to changing production priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two or more years of manufacturing, warehouse, or production experience is preferred.
• Previous supervisory, team lead, shift lead, or production leadership experience is strongly preferred.
• Experience with Lean manufacturing, 5S, continuous improvement, production metrics, scheduling, or quality systems is beneficial.
• Experience coordinating with maintenance, quality, warehouse, engineering, or other operational departments is considered an asset.
• Individuals who are dependable, proactive, solutions-oriented, and able to motivate a diverse production team are well positioned for success as a Production Lead.
• Previous manufacturing, production, printing, or similar fast-paced operational experience preferred.
• Previous Lead or supervisory experience is a plus, but candidates with demonstrated leadership potential will also be considered.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to stand and walk throughout production areas for extended periods during the shift.
• Ability to bend, reach, climb stairs, and move throughout manufacturing or warehouse environments as required.
• Ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull materials weighing up to 60 pounds.
• Ability to safely work around production machinery, material handling equipment, noise, and other conditions common to manufacturing environments.
• Ability to remain active on the production floor while monitoring employees, equipment, safety, quality, and workflow.

Benefits

• Competitive Weekly Pay for leaders who know how to keep a shift moving.
• Comprehensive Benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance for added peace of mind.
• Optional 401(k) Plan to help you prepare for the future.
• Leadership Opportunities that let you build manufacturing management experience while developing strong production teams.

“The people are all great hard workers, and they really care about you. There’s always room to advance in your career at Staffmark.” — Tyler, Staffmark Associate

What You Will Do

As a Production Lead you will lead daily production operations, assign work, coordinate staffing, monitor workflow, coach employees, and keep the shift moving without cutting corners on safety or quality. You will track production goals and performance, lead pre-shift meetings, troubleshoot operational problems, coordinate with maintenance, quality, warehouse, and leadership teams, maintain production records and shift reports, support employee training, and create a respectful workplace built around teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.

• Operates machinery to assist in the production process. ??
• Assemble materials as required. ??
• Inspect finished products for defects to ensure quality standards are met. ??
• Assist in the loading of raw materials to the production lines. ??
• Transport raw materials from one place to another. ??
• Reviews products for quality and accuracy; reviews accompanying documents for accuracy. ??
• Pack goods to be shipped. ??
• When problems arise, resolves issues with operators and team. ??
• Collects and properly disposes of scrap bracing, cardboard, paper, strapping, etc., maintaining a safe and clean work environment. ??
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

The Production Lead is responsible for creating the conditions that allow a production crew to succeed. That means making sure employees understand their assignments, materials are available, equipment issues are addressed, safety procedures are followed, quality remains strong, and production priorities stay clear throughout the shift.

Successful Production Lead professionals balance urgency with judgment. They know production goals matter, but they also understand that sustainable performance comes from trained employees, reliable processes, safe work practices, accurate communication, and consistent leadership.

This career is ideal for manufacturing professionals who are ready to take ownership of both the results and the team responsible for achieving them.

About Us

At Staffmark, we connect hardworking people with great companies, creating opportunities that make a lasting impact.

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