Production Lead | Auto Salvage & Recycling

Description Top Benefits Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (Low-cost or FREE) FREE Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance Long-Term Disability Insurance (Based on age/earnings) 401(k) with Company Match Paid Holidays & Vacation On-the-Job Training & Career Growth Employee Referral Bonus ($500) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Your Role As a Production Lead, you’ll support the Production Supervisor and Chief in leading a team responsible for automotive salvage, recycling operations, and facility upkeep. You’ll ensure safety, efficiency, and productivity standards are met while fostering a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement. What You’ll Do as a Production Lead Foster a “Safety First” and “Environmental Stewardship” culture Lead by example in alignment with company core values – Respect, Help, Learn & Grow Supervise, motivate, and develop production team members Maintain facility cleanliness and ensure work areas meet safety standards Manage daily production schedules and performance goals Oversee automotive salvage and recycling processes Operate heavy equipment (loaders, forklifts, crushers, etc.) as needed Audit and record inventory levels to ensure accuracy Conduct equipment inspections and coordinate maintenance Enforce company policies, procedures, and standard operating practices (SOPs) Support hiring, training, and performance management for production staff Collaborate with management to optimize workflow and process efficiency Work standard production hours (Monday–Friday), with occasional overtime, weekends, or holidays What You Bring as a Production Lead Leadership or supervisory experience in production or industrial operations Commitment to safety, teamwork, and customer service excellence Mechanical aptitude and familiarity with automotive parts and systems Strong organizational and administrative skills Ability to multitask and adapt in a fast-paced environment Experience operating industrial or heavy equipment Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office and mobile tools Excellent communication and team leadership skills Physical ability to stand, walk, bend, lift up to 50 lbs, and work in varying weather conditions Reliable transportation Preferred Qualifications Experience in the automotive salvage or recycling industry Experience maintaining heavy equipment (loaders, hydraulics, tow motors, etc.) Bilingual in English and Spanish About Pull-A-Part and U-Pull-&-Pay Pull-A-Part, headquartered in Atlanta, GA, is an award-winning leader in the do-it-yourself used auto parts industry. We’ve redefined the traditional junkyard by creating a sustainable, customer-first recycling business model. Founded in 1997, Pull-A-Part operates 35 stores nationwide—including 11 U-Pull-&-Pay locations—and is recognized nationally for excellence in environmental responsibility and corporate citizenship. Learn more: | Our Core Values Respect – Every team member and customer counts Help – Support your team and customers to reach goals Learn – Ask questions and grow your knowledge Grow – Develop new skills and advance your career Equal Opportunity Employer Pull‑A‑Part is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. #J-18808-Ljbffr