Production Lead

This working Production Supervisor role combines hands-on production work with frontline leadership responsibilities. You will work alongside the team daily on the manufacturing floor, building credibility, developing operational knowledge, and driving safe, efficient production. The ideal candidate brings strong mechanical aptitude, solid manufacturing experience, prior leadership or lead experience, and a solution-driven mindset, and feels comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment with deadlines and shifting priorities.

Responsibilities

• Work on the production floor daily as a hands-on supervisor, actively participating in manufacturing activities while leading by example.
• Build credibility with production staff by demonstrating strong mechanical aptitude, process knowledge, and a commitment to quality and safety.
• Oversee day-to-day production operations to ensure output meets quality standards, production goals, and customer timelines.
• Coordinate workflow, assign tasks, and adjust priorities in response to changing demands and deadlines.
• Support and guide team members in understanding and following manufacturing processes, standard operating procedures, and work instructions.
• Monitor equipment and machinery during operations, identify issues, and assist with basic troubleshooting to minimize downtime.
• Promote a solution-driven culture by identifying production challenges and collaborating with the team to develop practical improvements.
• Coach, mentor, and support team members to enhance their skills, performance, and engagement.
• Communicate effectively with other departments and leadership to report progress, issues, and resource needs.
• Ensure adherence to safety practices and company policies while maintaining a clean and organized work area.

• Proven manufacturing experience in a production environment.
• Leadership or prior lead experience overseeing or guiding production teams.
• Mechanical aptitude and comfort working with production machinery and equipment.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and workflows.
• Ability to work effectively under deadlines and manage constantly shifting demands.
• Solution-driven mindset with a focus on problem-solving and continuous improvement.
• Strong communication skills to effectively lead and coordinate with team members and other departments.
• Ability to work full-time on a Monday through Friday schedule from 5:30 AM to 2:00 PM (1st shift).
• Comfort working in a non-climate-controlled, hot environment around machinery.

• Experience supervising or leading teams in a production or industrial setting.
• Familiarity with production metrics, efficiency improvement, and workflow optimization.
• Experience working in industries such as aerospace, agriculture, or general manufacturing.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and production requirements.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

You will join a well-established organization that operates across multiple industries, including aerospace, agriculture, and manufacturing, providing stability and diverse experience. The company emphasizes internal growth, offering clear opportunities to advance your career and earn pay increases based on your performance. You will also have access to benefits and 401(k) options, supporting both your immediate well-being and long-term financial goals.

Work Environment

This role is based on the production floor in a non-climate-controlled facility, where you will work around active machinery and must be comfortable in a hot environment, especially during warmer seasons. The position follows a consistent Monday through Friday schedule on 1st shift, from 5:30 AM to 2:00 PM. You will work in a hands-on manufacturing setting that requires adherence to safety protocols and appropriate industrial work attire suitable for a production and machinery-focused environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Lodi, CA.

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $25.00/hr.

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)

This is a fully onsite position in Lodi,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on May 22, 2026.

About Aerotek

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.