PWP Level 1

Production Worker Lead

The PWP Lead supports the Production Supervisor in overseeing daily operations within the department, including workflow, safety, quality assurance, and team support. This role acts as a liaison between production employees and leadership, helping to ensure production schedules are met, standards are upheld, and team members receive the guidance and resources needed to succeed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Production Supervisor in directing daily operations and personnel assignments.
• Monitor production lines and assist with trailer flow to ensure adherence to schedules.
• Support onboarding, on-the-job training, and cross-training of team members.
• Assist in enforcing safety protocols and ensure team compliance with PPE and procedures.
• Monitor team member attendance and behavior, reporting concerns to the Supervisor.
• Conduct informal quality checks and help enforce quality assurance standards.
• Communicate with other department leads and relay production or material issues to the Supervisor.
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Step in to lead the team in the absence of the Production Supervisor.
• Assist in documentation, trailer part verification, and reporting of incidents or equipment issues.
• Perform hands-on work and fill in on production tasks as needed to maintain workflow.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Production Supervisor or Management.

Safety Responsibilities:

• Ensure coworkers use required PPE and follow safety procedures.
• Identify and help correct hazards such as spills, obstructions, or unsafe tools.
• Assist with proper use and documentation of fire extinguishers, tagged tools, and hazardous materials.
• Report all incidents, near-misses, or unsafe behavior to the Production Supervisor promptly.

Production Responsibilities:

• Support trailer scheduling, personnel placement, and trailer movement through the line.
• Confirm materials, tools, and parts are available and properly used.
• Check for alignment with order forms and drawings during key build stages.
• Help minimize material waste and communicate shortages or equipment needs.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Solid understanding of trailer production processes.
• Dependable and capable of leading small groups when needed.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a team-first mindset.
• Attention to detail with the ability to spot safety or quality issues.
• Good communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to use hand and power tools, read drawings, and use measuring equipment.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift and or carry up to 50 pounds at times.
• Ability to stand, walk, and move around the manufacturing area for extended periods.
• Must be able to bend at the waist, kneel, and squat, walk, climb up and down ladders/scaffolding, stoop, push, pull and/or carry materials.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
• Must be able to work in hot or cold environments.
• Must be able to work in indoor or outdoor environments.
• May be exposed to welding, grinding, paint fumes, and machinery noise.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Interstate Group, LLC is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.