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AAON, Inc.

Production Leader - Coil Shop Crew 4

Longview, TX · On-site

$16.75 - $23/hr

Completes AAON's Production Leader Program. * Leads a team of workers, including assigning tasks and providing guidance. * Motivates and mentors team members to maximize productivity and quality.

CRYSTAL FINISHING SYSTEMS

Production Leads

Schofield, WI

$18.75 - $25.75/hr

Now Hiring Production Leads * 2nd, 3rd, and Weekend Shifts Openings - Schofield, WI As a Production Lead, you'll guide your team using your knowledge, experience, and leadership skills. You'll play a ...

Simos

Production Line Leader

Missouri City, TX · On-site

$20 - $23/hr

Description We are seeking a Production Line Leader to support the Production Leadership Team in delivering strong results across Safety, Quality, Cost, Production, and Engagement. This is a hands-on ...

Pilgrim's

Production Leads

Russellville, AL · On-site

$19.80 - $20.60/hr

Production Leads 1st and 3rd Shifts Pay ranges from $19.80 - $20.60 (depending on the case ready department) Plus, $2.00 for the night shift differential. * Must have experience in case ready ...

Pilgrim's

Production Leads

Russellville, AL · On-site

$19.80 - $20.60/hr

Production Leads 1st and 3rd Shifts Pay ranges from $19.80 - $20.60 (depending on the department) Plus, $2.00 for the night shift differential. * Must have experience in case ready department ...

Pilgrim's

Production Leads

Russellville, AL

Production Leads 1st and 3rd Shifts Pay ranges from $19.80 - $20.60 (depending on the department) Plus, $2.00 for the night shift differential. * Must have experience in case ready department ...

Innotec Corporation

Manufacturing Production Lead

Zeeland, MI · On-site

$17.25 - $23.75/hr

The Manufacturing Production Leader at Innotec supports daily operations in a fast-paced, automated manufacturing environment. Innotec is an industry leader in LED lighting, tube forming, and ...

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How much do production leader jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for production leader in the United States is $22.47, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.03 and $24.76 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How does a Production Leader typically collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth workflow on the production floor?

A Production Leader plays a central role in coordinating with departments such as quality assurance, maintenance, logistics, and supply chain to keep production running efficiently. They regularly communicate with these teams to address issues like equipment downtime, material shortages, or quality concerns. This collaboration often involves daily meetings, cross-department updates, and joint problem-solving sessions. Building strong working relationships across departments is key to anticipating potential bottlenecks and ensuring production targets are met.

What are Production Leaders?

Production Leaders are professionals responsible for overseeing and coordinating the day-to-day operations on a manufacturing or production floor. They ensure that production targets are met safely, efficiently, and within quality standards. Their duties often include supervising staff, managing workflow, resolving issues, and implementing process improvements. Production Leaders also play a key role in training employees and maintaining a safe working environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Production Leader, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Production Leader, you need expertise in manufacturing processes, process optimization, and team supervision, often supported by a degree in engineering, business, or a related field. Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, ERP systems, and production scheduling tools is highly beneficial. Strong leadership, problem-solving abilities, and excellent communication skills help drive team performance and maintain operational efficiency. These skills are crucial for ensuring productivity, product quality, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced production environment.
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Shift Production Leader - A Shift

Shift Production Leader - A Shift

Becton, Dickinson and Company

Columbus, NE

$19 - $26/hr

Full-time

Posted 27 days ago

BD rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 138 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

264th of 430 rated machine equipment manufacturers

Job description

We are the people who give possibilities purpose

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health is our Purpose, and it's no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us-from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year-to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

Job Description

Job Group/Grade: JG3

PositionSummary:

Responsible for leading associates in an engaged manner to achieve desired results in an assigned manufacturing unit. Lead day-to-day activities of the unit by coaching associates on a continuous improvement path in their daily manufacturing activities and efforts. Coach associates to be accountable for safety, quality, production, cost, housekeeping and overall policy adherence. Ensure that safety and quality standards are achieved while driving production performance to meet goals and schedules.Ensures compliance with BD quality systems, policies,proceduresand best practices, and all local, state, federal and BD safety regulations,policiesand procedures.Regular, punctual attendance is an essential job function.Ability to read and write and converse in English.Willing and able to uphold BD Values.

Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Promptly address any safety issues or incidents.

  • Spend a minimum of 75% of time on production floor leading associates.

  • Responsible for staffing and training plans within the department.

  • Provide regular, timely, and specific feedback to associates.

  • Provide a learning environment and challenge associates to meet higher expectations.

  • Ensure an open flow of communication exists between production associates and management.

  • Represent concerns of production associates to management, as well as management concerns to production associates.

  • Ensure fair and consistent application of company and departmental policies and practices. Works with associates to resolve employee relations issues and concerns; involves HR when needed.

  • Actively participate and support continuous improvement activities.

  • Collaborate with Production Planning to establish production schedules, monitor performance versus schedule for the department.

  • Track production metrics to ensure that department goals are being met.Communicates these metrics and progress to associates and management.

  • Lead daily production operations.

  • Other duties asrequiredto support the needs of the business

Education:

  • High School diploma/GEDrequired

  • Associate's degree (completed or in progress)preferred

  • In Lieu ofAssociatesdegree(completed or in progress), 3 years supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment isrequired

  • Bachelor'sDegreepreferred

Experience:

  • Three years people leading experience preferred

  • Three years manufacturing experience preferred

Knowledge,Skillsand Abilities:

  • Effective Oral/written Communication - Proficient

  • Ability to work as part of a team / Teambuilding - Advanced

  • Independent thinking / Self Driven - Proficient

  • Decision Making Ability - Proficient

  • Troubleshooting / Problem Solving - Advanced

  • Safety & Ergonomics Expertise - Basic

  • Quality Systems Knowledge - Proficient

  • Computer Skills / Microsoft Office - Proficient

  • Financial Acumen-Basic

Why Join Us?

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you'll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.

We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.

To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers.

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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Primary Work LocationUSA NE - Columbus (West)Additional LocationsWork Shift

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BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world and is advancing the world of health by improving medical discovery, diagnostics and the delivery of care. We have over 65,000 employees and a presence in virtually every country around the world to address some of the most challenging global health issues.

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