Lead Production Operator Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Job Title: Production Lead

Job Description

The Production Lead oversees daily manufacturing activities to ensure products are produced safely, efficiently, and in alignment with established quality standards. This role coordinates workflow on the production floor, supports and guides team members, and helps maintain smooth, consistent operations across all shifts. One Production Lead will oversee the Arils department, while another will oversee the Juice extraction department, both playing a key role in training, performance monitoring, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production activities in assigned area (Arils or Juice extraction) to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality operations.
• Coordinate workflow on the production floor to maintain a smooth and consistent operation across all shifts.
• Monitor hourly production metrics, including case counts, to ensure production targets and goals are achieved.
• Read and execute the daily run plan accurately to meet operational and scheduling requirements.
• Provide hands-on training, coaching, and guidance to new hires and returning team members on equipment operation and workflow procedures.
• Support team members on the production floor by answering questions, resolving issues, and ensuring they understand their tasks and responsibilities.
• Enforce adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and all company safety policies at all times.
• Promote and model a professional, respectful demeanor in all communications with staff and colleagues.
• Collaborate closely with the supervisor by promptly reporting any employee-related issues or concerns.
• Help maintain accurate inventory control through monitoring materials, finished goods, and related warehouse inventory processes as needed.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in production processes, efficiency, and safety, and support implementation of improvements.
• Ensure equipment and work areas remain organized, clean, and in compliance with quality and safety standards.
• Communicate clearly with other leads and supervisors to coordinate activities between departments and shifts.
• Support the safe operation of forklifts and other material-handling equipment, where applicable and qualified.
• Assist with cycle counts and inventory management activities to support accurate ERP system records.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time, with frequent reaching, bending, and turning.
• Ability to work in a cold and wet production environment.
• Ability to clearly communicate with other leads, supervisors, and team members.
• Ability to climb stairs and platforms safely as part of daily duties.
• Ability to watch fast-moving conveyors without experiencing motion sickness.
• Mechanical aptitude and comfort working around production machinery and equipment.
• Leadership capability with experience overseeing or guiding others preferred.
• Good verbal and written communication skills, with bilingual Spanish/English strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and commitment to following safety policies.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Buttonwillow, CA.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $27.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Buttonwillow,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 4, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.