Production Team Lead

Wells•Hillsboro, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Team Lead is responsible for overseeing daily production activities while working hands-on alongside the crew to ensure efficiency, quality, and safety. This role coordinates closely with supervisors and quality teams to meet production schedules and maintain high standards. The Team Lead also drives team performance by assigning tasks, solving problems, and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. SAFETY IS OUR HIGHEST PRIORITY. Safety is our highest priority. We believe a safe workplace is built on mutual respect, care, and accountability. Every team member is empowered and expected to follow safety practices, look out for one another, and speak up about potential risks. Together, we create an environment where everyone goes home safely each day. WHY JOIN OUR TEAM? At Wells, you�re part of a team that takes pride in building something that lasts. Whether you�re in operations, a manufacturing facility, or out in the field, your work plays a direct role in creating quality structures that support our communities. We value hard work, reliability, and teamwork because getting the job done right requires teamwork. With a strong focus on safety, collaboration, and ingenuity, we create an environment where you can build your experience, contribute to meaningful work, and make an impact.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required
1-2 years of precast concrete or related production experience preferred
Strong communication skills with the ability to work across teams
Ability to lead, train, and coach employees effectively
Solid problem-solving skills with the ability to act quickly in a fast-paced environment
Basic math skills and ability to read a tape measure accurately
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Self-motivated with strong attention to detail and task ownership
Working knowledge of production materials and processes
Ability to adapt to change and support continuous improvement initiatives
Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting up to 75 lbs occasionally and frequent bending, climbing, kneeling, twisting, squatting, crawling, and repetitive hand/arm use
Capable of standing, walking, and moving throughout the facility for extended shifts of up to 12 hours
Comfortable working at heights using ladders, scaffolding, swing stages, and man lifts frequently
Ability to work safely in a production or field environment with moderate to high exposure to safety risks and hazards
Willingness to work in varying environmental conditions, including wet, hot, humid, and cold weather, and outdoors (Depending on location)
Ability to wear all required PPE, including but not limited to safety boots, safety glasses, hearing protection, high visibility vest, hard hat, and other PPE as required by the task, department, or work area.

Responsibilities

Lead and work alongside crew to strip, set up, and pour beds efficiently and on schedule
Coordinate with Supervisors to ensure production timelines and goals are met
Partner with Quality Control to maintain product standards and address issues
Assign, monitor, and support daily tasks for team members
Read and verify pour tickets to ensure accuracy and proper execution
Track and manage inventory and materials used by the crew
Promote and enforce safety policies; address hazards promptly
Support plant housekeeping and cleanliness standards
Assist with daily production planning, troubleshooting, and problem-solving
Identify opportunities to improve processes, reduce errors, and increase efficiency

Benefits

medical, dental, and vision insurance
company-paid disability and life insurance
wellness incentives
paid holidays
PTO
flexible spending accounts
HSA options
a 401(k) with profit sharing
access to Nice Healthcare
employee assistance resources
pet insurance
additional voluntary coverage such as critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity plans
Health and family care leave is available to both union and non-union employees.