Production Lead - 2nd Shift

Seeking:
Production Lead – 2nd Shift

Location: Northeast Houston Area | 77028
Pay: $25.00 per hour | Weekly Pay
Training

Schedule:

Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Day Shift)
Regular

Schedule:

Monday–Friday | 3:00 PM – 1:30 AM (Must arrive by 2:00 PM for the daily production meeting)
Overtime: 5–6 days per week based on production needs
Employment Type: Full-Time | Temp-to-Hire

This is a safety-sensitive manufacturing position. Candidates must be comfortable wearing a respirator and following all company safety procedures.

Openwork is partnering with a leading manufacturing company in Northeast Houston to hire a Production Lead – 2nd Shift
. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced manufacturing professional who enjoys leading by example, supporting production teams, and helping operations run safely and efficiently.

We're looking for someone with strong manufacturing experience, excellent communication skills, and a passion for developing others while keeping production on schedule.

• Lead daily production operations while promoting a safe and productive work environment.
• Support multiple production departments, including Mill, Roll-Up, Saw, Packaging, and Scrap Operations.
• Coordinate daily production priorities to meet quality, safety, and delivery goals.
• Fill in across production areas as needed to maintain workflow.
• Inspect finished products using tape measures, micrometers, and other measuring tools.
• Perform daily forklift, overhead crane, and respirator inspections.
• Complete production reports, inspection records, and required documentation.
• Report equipment concerns, production issues, material shortages, and safety hazards.
• Assist with inventory counts, truck loading, housekeeping, and material handling.
• Lead by example while promoting teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3–5 years of manufacturing or production experience.
• Previous experience as a Production Lead, Team Lead, Shift Lead, Manufacturing Lead, or similar leadership role preferred.
• Sit-down propane forklift experience required.

• Overhead crane experience highly preferred.
• Ability to wear a respirator throughout the shift.
• Strong math and measurement skills, including tape measures and micrometers.
• Ability to read and write in English.
• Knowledge of OSHA and manufacturing safety practices.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Dependable, safety-focused, and comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Safety-sensitive manufacturing facility.
• Team-oriented production environment.
• Fast-paced operation focused on quality, safety, and efficiency.
• Daily use of forklifts, overhead cranes, measuring tools, and production equipment.
• Required use of PPE, including a respirator.

• Weekly pay.
• Paid day-shift training before transitioning to second shift.
• Temp-to-hire opportunity with long-term career potential.
• Opportunity to lead an experienced manufacturing team.
• Stable work environment with opportunities for advancement.
• Supportive culture focused on safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Life insurance.
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage.
• Production and safety bonus opportunities.
• Annual $200 Red Wing boot allowance after one year.

Openwork is a talent-first staffing company with more than 50 years of experience connecting talented professionals with meaningful career opportunities. We are committed to helping people build rewarding careers while supporting employers with exceptional talent.