Job Description
Our client is seeking a hands-on 3rd shift Manufacturing Team Leader to support daily production operations within a production environment. This role will coordinate workflow, guide production employees, promote safety and quality standards, and help drive productivity improvements while supporting cross-functional manufacturing needs.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate daily production activities, ensuring work is prioritized and completed safely, efficiently, and according to quality expectations.
- Assign employees, balance labor needs, and adjust workflows to support production goals.
- Monitor equipment, materials, and process performance to identify issues and minimize disruptions.
- Track production results, support continuous improvement efforts, and communicate shift priorities and updates.
- Provide direction, coaching, and support to production team members while encouraging teamwork and employee development.
- Promote cross-training across departments and support flexibility within manufacturing operations.
- Maintain a safe work environment by reinforcing safety procedures, PPE requirements, machine operating guidelines, and workplace organization standards.
- Conduct safety observations, identify potential hazards, and address unsafe conditions when necessary.
- Perform in-process quality checks, ensure required documentation is completed, and help resolve quality concerns, scrap, rework, and production issues.
- Serve as a communication link between production employees and leadership, escalating concerns and sharing important updates.
- Support a respectful, collaborative workplace culture and assist with resolving team concerns.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum of 5 years of manufacturing experience with prior experience leading, coordinating, or directing the work of others.
- Knowledge of manufacturing safety practices, quality processes, and production workflows.
- Basic computer skills for production reporting and documentation.
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in powder coating or finishing operations.
- Background in sheet metal manufacturing or similar industrial environments.
- Previous experience as a Team Lead, Lead Operator, Supervisor, or similar production leadership role.
Titles Encouraged to Apply
- Manufacturing Team Lead
- Production Team Lead
- Production Supervisor
- Lead Manufacturing Operator
- Manufacturing Coordinator
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Muskegon, MI |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Company Size | 100 to 499 employees |
| Year Founded | 2004 |
| Website | https://impactbusinessgroup.com |
About Company
Working with iMPact
Here at iMPact we have helped connect candidates to opportunities available in Information Technology, Accounting/Finance, Engineering, and Business Process/Administration. We have full-time, part-time and contract positions available in Michigan, Florida as well as nationwide.
Our headquarters is located in Grand Rapids, MI and we also have an office in Tampa, FL. When you’re working with us, one of our experienced recruiters will connect you with matching opportunities and they will be there every step of the way to help you through the application, interviewing and onboarding process to ensure success.
To connect with one of our recruiters, submit your application for one of our open positions, or visit our website www.impactbusinessgroup.com to submit your resume for general consideration. We look forward to hearing from you!
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