Production Lead

The Production Lead is committed to personal, project, and company success. This role supervises and coordinates the timely completion of manufactured products that represent safe, high-quality work delivered on schedule and within budget. The Production Lead effectively leads production crews in the construction of industrial panels, electrical prefabrication, modular solutions, skids, containers, and e-houses from layout through completion.

Key Responsibilities
SAFETY
* Leads by example in all safe work practices and ensures full compliance with PPE and safety procedures.
* Maintains clean, orderly, and hazard-free work areas while holding the team accountable for safety expectations.
* Stops unsafe work immediately and addresses hazards, incidents, or near-misses appropriately.
* Promotes active safety engagement and psychological safety so team members feel comfortable raising concerns.

QUALITY
* Ensures manufactured products meet prints, specifications, and company quality standards from layout through completion.
* Reviews work throughout the production process to prevent defects and minimize rework.
* Maintains accurate documentation, pre-construction records, and manufacturing drawings.
* Collaborates with Design Services and internal partners to resolve quality or documentation issues.
* Participates in continuous improvement initiatives.

PRODUCTIVITY
* Supports production planning activities in coordination with supervisors and project leads to ensure materials, labor, and resources are available to meet project schedules.
* Coordinates daily work assignments and monitors progress to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget.
* Optimizes workflow and resource utilization while balancing safety and quality requirements.
* Communicates project status, risks, and completion expectations with Production Supervisors.
LEADERSHIP
* Effectively leads and motivates production crews of 15-20 employees through positive influence and accountability.
* Provides direction, coaching, and mentoring to support career advancement and skill development.
* Models and reinforces Interstates' Core Values in daily interactions and decision-making.
* Creates an environment of trust, respect, and psychological safety where team members can contribute fully.
* Assists with onboarding and training new team members.
* Serves as primary point of contact on the floor during shift.

Essential Skills & Experience
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience/Skills:
* Associate degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or
* Three to five years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Benefits:

• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Company-paid Short and long-term disability
• Paid time off and Holidays
• Matching 401k program
• Pay for performance bonuses.
• HSA contributions
• Regular Business Hours
• Flexible work schedule