Production Lead 3rd Shift (CNC Exp.)

Spring Lake, MI 7300 Enterprise Dr, Spring Lake, MI 49456, USA Noble Company, a subsidiary of FPC International, Inc., is seeking a Third Shift Production Lead. This role will provide day to day leadership and direction to the overnight production team, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with quality standards. This position serves as the primary shift leader, supporting employees, coordinating workflow, and addressing production issues as they arise. The Production Lead is responsible for providing hands‑on support for the 3 rd shift production team, ensuring production runs efficiently while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and output. Company Culture Noble Company prides itself on an entrepreneurial and family‑friendly atmosphere that encourages work‑life balance. The company values new ideas and offers a collaborative environment where employees are empowered to make a tangible impact. Essential Job Functions Supervises and coordinates the daily operations of the shift, providing clear direction and assignments. Works on the production floor for the majority of the shift, performing tasks to support output and meet schedules. Monitors production flow across all areas—thermoforming, paint, assembly, CNC routing, and boxing—to ensure efficiency and accuracy. Provides coaching and training to production employees, helping them proactively identify and solve problems. Ensures the safety of all 2nd shift production employees and demonstrates consistent adherence to safety rules and procedures. Prioritizes work orders and allocates labor to meet customer requirements, production timelines, and staffing needs. Conducts routine audits of work performed by employees to verify compliance with work instructions and quality standards. Oversees quality checks on first‑run, in‑process, and final parts, ensuring proper measurement, inspection, and documentation. Completes and manages work orders in Traverse, ensuring accurate documentation of production activities. Communicates effectively with employees and management regarding production issues, staffing concerns, quality findings, and shift performance. Maintains detailed records and prepares communications and reports as needed. Interacts professionally on a regular basis with staff, vendors and the general public. Assumes additional responsibilities and performs special projects as needed or directed. Required Qualifications Minimum of a high school diploma or GED. A minimum of 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment. A minimum of 1 year of leadership experience as a Lead, Supervisor, or similar role in manufacturing or construction settings. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Demonstrates developed analytical and problem‑solving abilities. Ability to read, write and interpret reports and business correspondence for a diverse audience. Ability to organize work, engage in a variety of tasks simultaneously and consistently meet deadlines. High degree of initiative and independent judgment. Ability to express self effectively and concisely, both verbally and in writing. Ability to demonstrate a high attention to detail and good follow‑up skills. Self‑motivated, proactive and solution focused. Ability to tactfully and effectively deal with public and staff in a personable and professional manner. Maintains a high level of energy and a consistent positive attitude. Ability to work alongside other employees within all levels of the organization. Ability to multitask and split attention to different areas of production. Physical Demands This role operates on 3 rd shift in a typical manufacturing setting, with required overnight hours and possible weekend work depending on business needs. Nature of work requires an ability to operate in a standard manufacturing environment. Requires ability to communicate and exchange information, collect, compile and prepare work documents, set‑up and maintain work files. Ability to occasionally lift up to 50–70 lbs independently. Up to 10% travel may be required. Benefits and Growth Despite being a small company, Noble Company offers comprehensive benefits similar to those of larger organizations. These include: 401(k) match Medical, dental, and vision insurance Short and long‑term disability coverage Life and accidental insurance 10 paid holidays starting immediately Generous PTO plan based on years of service Tuition reimbursement and a variety of learning, coaching, and training opportunities to foster employee growth About Noble Company Established in 1946, Noble Company manufactures high‑quality building products for industries such as tile, plumbing, heating and cooling, and fire sprinkler systems. Since its acquisition by FPC International, Inc. in February 2016, the company has operated manufacturing facilities in Spring Lake, Michigan, and Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Known for reliability and exceeding industry standards, Noble Company products include Chloraloy® and NobleSeal® waterproofing sheet membranes, FreeStyle Linear Drains™, NOBURST® antifreeze/heat transfer fluid, FireFighter® antifreeze, and more. Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr FPC International Inc.