Sheet Metal Production Lead

• Coordinate and oversee daily sheet metal production activities.
• Assign daily tasks based on production priorities and staffing needs.
• Monitor production progress to ensure orders are completed accurately and on time.
• Lead, train, coach, and support production employees.
• Cross-train team members on equipment, processes, and safety procedures.
• Monitor workflow and identify production bottlenecks or inefficiencies.
• Assist with production planning and scheduling.
• Coordinate required materials, tooling, and supplies.
• Ensure employees follow production documentation and work instructions.
• Support quality standards and help resolve production or quality issues.
• Promote Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement practices.
• Enforce company safety policies and safe operating procedures.
• Maintain clean, organized, and production-ready work areas.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, inventory, and management teams.
• Support the Sheet Metal Supervisor in meeting departmental production goals.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Fluent English required.
• 1–2 years of manufacturing or sheet metal production experience.
• Leadership, production coordination, or employee mentoring experience preferred.
• Knowledge of sheet metal fabrication processes and manufacturing equipment.
• Experience supporting production scheduling and workflow coordination.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to train employees and promote safe work practices.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain and maintain certification.
• Experience operating sheet metal fabrication machinery preferred.
• ERP or manufacturing software experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, or Continuous Improvement preferred.
• High-volume manufacturing experience preferred.
• Familiarity with quality systems and production performance metrics is a plus.

• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform repetitive physical tasks throughout the shift.
• Manual dexterity to handle materials and operate manufacturing equipment.
• Comfortable working around machinery, production noise, and varying temperatures.

• PPE is required in all production areas.
• Gloves and safety glasses will be provided.

Location:

Itasca, IL Pay: $21.00/hour

Schedule:

6:00 AM–2:30 PM Overtime/Adjusted

Hours:

May be required based on production needs.