Production Quality Lead

Production Quality Lead – Detroit, MI

A leading metals manufacturer is seeking a production quality lead to guide their saw and milling teams in a dynamic shop environment. This role offers a chance to make a significant impact on daily operations, safety, and quality while advancing your career in a stable, team-oriented setting.

• Competitive hourly pay ($27.00–$33.00 per hour)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match and profit sharing
• Short-term disability and life insurance
• 10 paid holidays plus generous PTO
• Quarterly gain sharing bonuses
• Flexible spending account

• Level II certification in ultrasonic testing (UT) required
• Qualified to perform dry magnetic particle inspections (MPI)
• Experience in manufacturing, saw, machine shop, material handling, inspection, or a related production environment
• Strong ability to lead employees, assign work, set priorities, and follow up on daily production needs
• Proficient in reading and understanding work orders, specifications, inspection requirements, measurements, and production documentation
• Commitment to safety, quality, traceability, documentation, and housekeeping standards
• Clear communicator with various departments across the organization

• Prior supervisory, lead, or coordinator experience in a production or manufacturing setting
• Familiarity with saw operations, milling equipment, mold die steel, and heavy material handling
• Experience with production records and coordinating workflow across departments

• Lead, direct, and support teams in the saw and milling areas to meet production goals
• Supervise employees cutting orders from mold die steel and milling large stock materials
• Perform and verify UT and dry MPI inspections according to company and customer standards
• Set daily work priorities and ensure smooth material flow between departments
• Coach employees on safety, quality, equipment use, and procedures; conduct safety meetings and reinforce best practices
• Maintain accurate production, inspection, and safety records while upholding high housekeeping standards

If you’re passionate about manufacturing leadership and quality, and you are ready to play an essential role in a respected organization, this is your opportunity to advance your career in Detroit.