Production Team-Lead - 2nd Shift
About The Position
Peninsula Plastics is hiring a hands-on Production Team Lead for its second-shift manufacturing team. The company manufactures reusable plastic packaging and operates in the thermoforming industry. The role oversees a small team of machine operators, supports daily manufacturing operations, assists with equipment setup and troubleshooting, and works alongside production supervisors to maintain safe, productive shift operations. Injection molding experience is required at a minimum; thermoforming experience is preferred. The position is based at facilities in Auburn Hills and Pontiac, Michigan, approximately one mile apart. The second shift runs from 3:30 PM to 2:00 AM, Monday through Thursday, with mandatory overtime currently required on Fridays. Compensation is $19.00–$25.00 per hour, based on experience. The role reports to the Production Supervisor.
Requirements
- Previous experience in injection molding or thermoforming manufacturing; injection molding experience is required at a minimum.
- Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to guide and support a small production team.
- Familiarity with manufacturing equipment, production processes, and plant tools.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot production-related issues.
- Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Basic computer proficiency and ability to maintain accurate production documentation.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to stand for extended periods (8+ hours).
- Ability to perform hands-on manufacturing duties in a production environment.
Nice To Haves
- Hands-on experience operating or setting up thermoforming machinery.
- Previous experience as a Production Team Lead, Shift Lead, or Manufacturing Supervisor.
- Experience with equipment adjustments, troubleshooting, and process improvements.
- Background in industrial maintenance or plant operations.
Responsibilities
- Lead and support approximately 2–4 machine operators during daily production operations.
- Provide hands-on training and guidance on operating procedures and safety standards.
- Monitor production progress, identify potential delays, and help achieve daily production targets.
- Communicate equipment performance, production concerns, and upcoming orders to production supervisors.
- Assist with employee performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback.
- Assist with setting up, adjusting, and fine-tuning thermoforming machinery.
- Operate manufacturing equipment according to established procedures.
- Troubleshoot equipment and production issues to minimize downtime and maintain workflow.
- Use hand and power tools, including routers, drills, scrapers, and deburring tools.
- Load and unload equipment and materials as needed.
- Maintain accurate equipment readings, production logs, and required documentation.
- Keep production areas clean and organized and compliant with workplace safety standards.
- Assist with developing and improving work-cell layouts to maximize efficiency.
- Identify opportunities to improve production processes, workflow, and equipment performance.
- Support production supervisors with additional tasks to ensure successful shift operations.
Benefits
- Medical benefits after 60 days.
- Dental reimbursement after 60 days.
- Vision benefits after 60 days.
- Life insurance after 60 days.
- 401(k) with company match of 50% up to 6%.
- Paid holidays.
- Paid vacation.
- Sick days.
- Career advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
