Team Lead, Manufacturing ​/ Production

Job Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:00 PM–6:00 AM (Night Shift); overtime as required
Pay: $18.00–$20.00 per hour, based on experience
Shift Differential: Additional $1.00 per hour
Monthly Incentive: Additional $2.86 per hour, subject to incentive program requirements

Lignetics, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of premium wood pellets, animal bedding, and other renewable wood-based products. With manufacturing facilities across the United States, we are committed to producing high-quality, sustainable products while maintaining a safe, efficient, and team-oriented work environment.

At Lignetics, we value hard work, dependability, and teamwork. We offer opportunities to develop your skills, grow professionally, and build a long-term career with a company that takes pride in its people and products.

• We offer a competitive benefits package to eligible full-time employees, including:
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match up to 5%, fully vested after 90 days
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Company wood pellet heating program
• $250 annual personal protective equipment (PPE) allowance
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement
• Stable, year-round employment

Lignetics is seeking a dependable, motivated, and hands-on Team Lead to oversee night shift manufacturing operations at our Schuyler, NY facility. This position is responsible for directing daily production activities, supporting and coaching team members, monitoring equipment performance, and maintaining a safe and efficient work environment. The Team Lead serves as the primary point of contact during their assigned shift, ensuring production goals are met, operational issues are addressed, and communication between shifts remains consistent.

The ideal candidate has manufacturing experience, strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to lead by example. This is a hands-on leadership position that combines team supervision with direct operation and monitoring of mill and dryer production equipment.

• Serve as the primary decision-maker during the assigned shift, directing workflow and ensuring production activities are completed safely and efficiently.
• Lead daily shift operations, assign priorities, and provide direction to production employees.
• Facilitate communication between shifts to ensure a smooth transition and clear understanding of production goals, equipment status, and operational needs.
• Maintain accurate shift logs, production records, and detailed documentation of activities, equipment issues, and other relevant information.
• Respond to employee questions, provide guidance, and assist with resolving operational challenges.
• Train, coach, and support team members on manufacturing equipment, production processes, and safety procedures.
• Promote and maintain a safe working environment, ensuring employees follow established safety standards and company policies.
• Communicate regularly with the Plant Manager regarding production performance, equipment concerns, operational challenges, and employee-related matters.
• Monitor workflow and make adjustments as needed to maintain production efficiency and quality standards.

• Operate and monitor the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system to maintain efficient mill and dryer operations.
• Collect moisture samples at required intervals and ensure products meet established quality standards.
• Identify moisture variances, conduct root cause analysis, and make or recommend appropriate process adjustments.
• Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions, hot bearings, spot fires, and…