Production Lead - Ultimate Staffing : Job Details

Permanent Position

Location: Kendallville, IN

Salary depends on experience

The Opportunity

We're seeking a hands-on Production Lead to support daily operations at our Kendallville manufacturing facility. This role is responsible for assisting with machine operations, overseeing warehouse activities, and supporting personnel management. You'll work closely with the Plant Manager to ensure production efficiency, safety, and team performance.

This is a high-impact role ideal for someone with strong mechanical aptitude, leadership potential, and a commitment to operational excellence. This role comes with hands-on training and guidance from the multi-state production departments, with the expectation of achieving the necessary milestone(s) according to the company's designated timelines. (See HR for more details).

Key Responsibilities Production & Machine Operations

· Assist in setup, operation, and troubleshooting of manufacturing equipment

· Monitor production output and ensure adherence to quality standards

· Support preventative maintenance and machine readiness

· Identify and escalate equipment issues to management

Warehouse & Inventory Management

· Oversee receiving, storage, and staging of raw materials and finished goods

· Ensure accurate inventory tracking and timely order fulfillment

· Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment

· Coordinate with shipping/receiving teams to meet delivery schedules

Personnel Support

· Lead and support production team members on the floor

· Assist with training new employees on equipment and safety procedures

· Provide feedback and help enforce performance standards

· Support staffing needs and shift coverage in coordination with the Plant Manager

What You Bring

· 3+ years of experience in manufacturing or warehouse operations

· Familiarity with all-thread rod production or industrial fasteners preferred

· Strong mechanical skills and comfort with machine operation

· Leadership qualities and ability to motivate a team

· Basic ERP or inventory system experience

· Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement

· Commitment to effective and timely communication across department (production, warehouse, HR, management, customers, etc.)

· General understanding of P&L statements

Why our client

· Privately held and focused on long-term value

· Fast-paced environment with room for growth

· Competitive pay and benefits

· Culture that values initiative, teamwork, and results

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.