Production Lead 3rd Shift

FPC International, Inc. • Ferrysburg, MI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Noble Company, a subsidiary of FPC International, Inc., is seeking a Third Shift
Production Lead. This role will provide day to day leadership and direction to
the overnight production team, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently,
and in accordance with quality standards. This position serves as the primary
shift leader, supporting employees, coordinating workflow, and addressing
production issues as they arise. The Production Lead is responsible for
providing hands-on support for the 3rd shift production team, ensuring
production runs efficiently while maintaining high standards of safety, quality,
and output.

Requirements

• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• A minimum of 1 year of leadership experience as a Lead, Supervisor, or similar role in manufacturing or construction settings.
• CNC set-up experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and coordinates the daily operations of the shift, providing clear direction and assignments.
• Works on the production floor for the majority of the shift, performing tasks to support output and meet schedules.
• Monitors production flow across all areas—thermoforming, paint, assembly, CNC routing, and boxing—to ensure efficiency and accuracy.
• Provides coaching and training to production employees, helping them proactively identify and solve problems.
• Ensures the safety of all 2nd shift production employees and demonstrates consistent adherence to safety rules and procedures.
• Prioritizes work orders and allocates labor to meet customer requirements, production timelines, and staffing needs.
• Conducts routine audits of work performed by employees to verify compliance with work instructions and quality standards.
• Oversees quality checks on first‑run, in‑process, and final parts, ensuring proper measurement, inspection, and documentation.
• Completes and manages work orders in Traverse, ensuring accurate documentation of production activities.
• Communicates effectively with employees and management regarding production issues, staffing concerns, quality findings, and shift performance.
• Maintains detailed records and prepares communications and reports as needed.
• Interacts professionally on a regular basis with staff, vendors and the general public.
• Assumes additional responsibilities and performs special projects as needed or directed.

Benefits

• 401(k) match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short and long-term disability coverage
• Life and accidental insurance
• 10 paid holidays starting immediately
• Generous PTO plan based on years of service
• Tuition reimbursement and a variety of learning, coaching, and training opportunities to foster employee growth

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED