Production Team Lead - Manufacturing
About The Position
Central Moloney is hiring a hands-on Production Team Lead for its Welding and Metal Fabrication team at its Panama City, Florida manufacturing facility near the airport. The role guides welders and fabricators through daily production goals while maintaining quality, safety, and efficiency standards. The company is open to candidates with strong leadership experience who are still learning the technical side; prior welding experience is not required to be considered. This position currently requires mandatory overtime, including Friday and Saturday shifts. That schedule is expected to continue through the end of the year but may change based on business needs. The position is safety-sensitive, and the facility is tobacco-free. Candidates must pass a pre-employment background check and drug and alcohol screening.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted, and to stand, bend, and work in varying conditions for extended periods on the production floor.
- Availability for flexible hours and overtime as production demands require; current mandatory overtime includes Friday and Saturday shifts.
- Ability to pass a pre-employment background check and drug and alcohol screening.
- Strong communication skills and ability to give clear direction in a fast-paced production environment.
- Analytical problem-solving approach focused on quality and efficiency.
- Commitment to safety, dependability, and punctuality.
- Basic math and computer skills for recordkeeping and reporting.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, and fabrication drawings.
- Knowledge of welding processes such as MIG, TIG, or Stick, and fabrication techniques.
Nice To Haves
- Welding, metal fabrication, blueprint reading, or previous manufacturing team lead experience.
- Two years of welding and/or metal fabrication experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Previous experience in a lead, mentor, or supervisory capacity.
- Vocational training or a welding certification such as AWS or equivalent.
Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate daily welding and metal fabrication operations to meet production schedules and customer requirements.
- Monitor weld quality and fabrication output for compliance with company standards, blueprints, and specifications.
- Train and onboard welders and fabricators, sharing best practices and reinforcing proper techniques.
- Coach team members on the production floor and provide real-time performance feedback.
- Promptly communicate production bottlenecks, equipment issues, and quality concerns to the Production Supervisor.
- Enforce welding and metal fabrication safety protocols, including personal protective equipment compliance and hazard awareness.
- Maintain production records, including output tracking, scrap logs, and shift reports.
- Collaborate with the Production Supervisor on workflow planning and staffing adjustments.
- Motivate team members to meet daily targets and promote accountability and continuous improvement.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Stable, year-round employment.
- Opportunities for career advancement; the company promotes from within.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
