Job Title: Production Team Leader

Job Description

This position is responsible for overseeing a team of technicians, machine operators, or assemblers to ensure efficient, high-quality, and safe operations at the production site. The Team Lead role involves coordinating daily tasks, providing leadership, troubleshooting issues, training, coaching, and ensuring projects are completed on time and in compliance with safety standards and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead a team of technicians ensuring adherence to project deadlines, quality standards, and safety protocols.
• Assign tasks, monitor performance, and provide feedback to ensure optimal productivity and job satisfaction.
• Provide technical guidance and support to team members, troubleshooting issues and assisting with problem resolution as needed.
• Ensure all team members are trained on the latest SOPs and process procedures, providing guidance to supervision on current requirements.
• Monitor daily work progress and ensure systems and components are installed, maintained, or repaired to meet customer expectations and compliance standards.
• Perform inspections of installed systems and components, ensuring all work is completed to meet quality standards.
• Review SOPs and equipment to ensure proper tools, materials, and safety gear are available.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, managers, engineers, and other stakeholders regarding production status, resources, training needs, and any potential delays or issues.
• Maintain a safe and organized work environment by ensuring all team members adhere to safety standards and protocols.
• Assist with inventory management and ordering of supplies and materials needed for optimal production flow.
• Maintain documentation of work performed, including job reports, timesheets, and compliance logs.

Essential Skills

• Assembly and machine operation.
• Quality inspection and team management.
• Communication and leadership skills.
• Experience with assembly line and power tools.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex manufacturing issues.
• Strong understanding of lean manufacturing tools and practices.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification or associate degree preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing, with at least 1 year of leadership experience.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, components, installation methods, and safety practices.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Strong commitment to safety practices and a proactive approach to workplace safety.
• Ability to manage and motivate a team to achieve productivity and quality goals.
• Ability to maintain and pass First Aid & CPR certification.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy a competitive salary with a short-term bonus incentive plan. Work in an air-conditioned manufacturing facility with medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as a 401(k) plan and an employee assistance program. Benefit from paid time off and be part of a dynamic team that embraces change. Experience working in a modern, state-of-the-art facility with industry 4.0 technology. Be part of a green industry transformation and a fast-growing, dynamic environment where entrepreneurial spirit is recognized. Thrive in an inclusive and diversity-friendly environment with opportunities for career advancement and internal promotion.

Work Environment

The work environment requires physical activity such as lifting and/or moving up to 35 pounds, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, or crouching as needed. Climbing a portable ladder may be necessary. Use of Personal Protection Equipment is required, and good manual dexterity and multi-limb coordination are essential.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mesa, Arizona.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Mesa,AZ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 7, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.