Production Lead

The Production Lead is committed to personal, project, and company success. This role supervises and coordinates the timely completion of manufactured products that represent safe, high-quality work delivered on schedule and within budget. The Production Lead effectively leads production crews in the construction of industrial panels, electrical prefabrication, modular solutions, skids, containers, and e-houses from layout through completion.

Key Responsibilities

SAFETY

•  Leads by example in all safe work practices and ensures full compliance with PPE and safety procedures.

•  Maintains clean, orderly, and hazard-free work areas while holding the team accountable for safety expectations.

•  Stops unsafe work immediately and addresses hazards, incidents, or near-misses appropriately.

•  Promotes active safety engagement and psychological safety so team members feel comfortable raising concerns.

QUALITY

•  Ensures manufactured products meet prints, specifications, and company quality standards from layout through completion.

•  Reviews work throughout the production process to prevent defects and minimize rework.

•  Maintains accurate documentation, pre-construction records, and manufacturing drawings.

•  Collaborates with Design Services and internal partners to resolve quality or documentation issues.

•  Participates in continuous improvement initiatives.

PRODUCTIVITY

•  Supports production planning activities in coordination with supervisors and project leads to ensure materials, labor, and resources are available to meet project schedules.

•  Coordinates daily work assignments and monitors progress to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget.

•  Optimizes workflow and resource utilization while balancing safety and quality requirements.

•  Communicates project status, risks, and completion expectations with Production Supervisors.

LEADERSHIP

•  Effectively leads and motivates production crews of 15-20 employees through positive influence and accountability.

•  Provides direction, coaching, and mentoring to support career advancement and skill development.

•  Models and reinforces Interstates’ Core Values in daily interactions and decision-making.

•  Creates an environment of trust, respect, and psychological safety where team members can contribute fully.

•  Assists with onboarding and training new team members.

•  Serves as primary point of contact on the floor during shift.

Essential Skills & Experience

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience/Skills:

•  Associate degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or

•  Three to five years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Benefits:

Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

Company-paid Short and long-term disability

Paid time off and Holidays

Matching 401k program

Pay for performance bonuses.

HSA contributions

Regular Business Hours

Flexible work schedule