Lead Production Technician

Production Technician

The Production Technician leads the assembly department and performs hands-on mechanical assembly of sheet metal parts and components. This role focuses on working with thin steel, fabricating panels and moldings, interpreting assembly and engineering drawings, and supporting multiple production functions to ensure high-quality manufactured products.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate activities within the assembly department to ensure efficient workflow and adherence to production schedules.
• Assemble sheet metal parts and work with thin steel to create panels, moldings, and other metal components according to specifications.
• Perform mechanical assembly of components, ensuring proper fit, alignment, and function of all parts.
• Read, interpret, and work from assembly and engineering drawings, blueprints, and schematics to complete tasks accurately.
• Fabricate panels, moldings, and other metal components using appropriate tools, equipment, and fabrication techniques.
• Handle and move panels safely using lifting equipment and other material handling tools.
• Inspect parts and assemblies for quality, accuracy, and defects, and make adjustments or repairs as needed.
• Install windows and doors into assemblies, ensuring proper sealing, alignment, and secure fastening.
• Run wire through conduit as required for assemblies, following electrical and safety guidelines.
• Apply caulking to frames and other areas to ensure proper sealing and finish.
• Support machining operations when needed, including assisting with setup, material handling, or basic machine tasks.
• Assist the paint department as required, including preparation of parts and components for painting.
• Support welding operations when needed, including handling parts, preparing materials, or assisting welders.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and other production teams to resolve issues and improve processes.
• Follow all safety procedures, facility guidelines, and quality standards while maintaining a clean and organized work area.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience in mechanical assembly, including working with sheet metal and thin steel components.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, assembly drawings, engineering drawings, and schematics accurately.
• Hands-on experience with assembly processes, including installation of windows, doors, and mechanical components.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve basic mechanical issues during assembly.
• Skill in using hand tools, power tools, and fabrication equipment to cut, shape, and assemble metal parts.
• Experience handling panels and large components safely using lifting equipment and material handling tools.
• Ability to perform detailed inspections of parts and assemblies to ensure quality and compliance with specifications.
• Familiarity with electrical routing tasks such as running wire through conduit within assemblies.
• Basic understanding of welding, machining, paint, and facility maintenance processes to support these areas when needed.
• Capability to work from construction and HVAC-related drawings or layouts when required.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Ability to work effectively in an industrial manufacturing environment and meet production deadlines.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in a lead production role within an assembly or manufacturing environment.
• Experience in carpentry or construction, particularly related to framing, installation, and finishing work.
• Exposure to HVAC systems, facility maintenance, or industrial maintenance is beneficial.
• Familiarity with facility operations and general facilities maintenance practices.
• Comfort working in a climate-controlled industrial facility with structured production hours.
• Willingness to cross-train and support machining, welding, paint, and other production functions as needed.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and collaboration skills across departments.
• Continuous improvement mindset with an interest in helping grow and enhance manufacturing processes.

Why Work Here?

Employees join a growing manufacturing organization that invests in long-term stability, benefits, and shared success. Team members enjoy comprehensive benefits, 401(k) participation, and the opportunity to be part of a company on track to become fully employee owned by 2030. The Greenville facility is planned to become the largest manufacturing plant in the organization, offering significant opportunities for growth, advancement, and involvement in expanding operations.

Work Environment

This role operates in a climate-controlled manufacturing facility with standard hours of 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. The environment includes industrial equipment such as lifting devices, fabrication tools, welding stations, machining areas, and paint operations. Work is primarily hands-on on the production floor, with a focus on safety, cleanliness, and organized workspaces. Employees follow facility safety protocols, use appropriate personal protective equipment, and work closely with cross-functional production teams in a structured, consistent schedule.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Greenville, SC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.50 - $28.50/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 Greenville, SC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 25, 2026.