Production Team Leader - Full Time 1st Shift & 2nd Shift

Hope Network Careers

  • Grand Rapids, Michigan
  • 16 days ago

    Highlights

    This role is ideal for someone with manufacturing experience who is ready to take the next step into leadership while helping individuals develop valuable workplace skills in a mission-driven organization. Train, coach, and mentor production workers and trainers to ensure success on the production floor.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationGrand Rapids, Michigan
    Websitehttps://hopenetwork.org/careers

    Description

    Production Team Leader – Hope Network Industries

    Make a real impact—help others succeed while building a leadership career you're proud of.

    The Production Team Leader helps lead daily manufacturing operations at Hope Network Industries by supporting production staff, maintaining quality standards, and ensuring a safe, efficient work environment. This role is ideal for someone with manufacturing experience who is ready to take the next step into leadership while helping individuals develop valuable workplace skills in a mission-driven organization.

    What You'll Do

    • Lead and support daily production operations to meet quality, safety, and productivity goals

    • Train, coach, and mentor production workers and trainers to ensure success on the production floor

    • Monitor workflow, production rates, and quality standards while identifying opportunities for improvement

    • Complete production documentation, end-of-shift reports, and maintain accurate production records

    • Maintain organized inventory, coordinate materials, and help prevent production downtime

    • Promote a safe, clean, and organized work environment by following OSHA guidelines, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and 5S initiatives

    • Operate production equipment and assist with troubleshooting production challenges

    • Collaborate with Production Coordinators and team members to solve problems and improve efficiency

    What We're Looking For

    • Positive, dependable leader who enjoys helping others succeed

    • Strong communication and coaching skills

    • Self-motivated with a proactive, "can-do" attitude

    • Team-oriented with the ability to motivate and inspire others

    • Organized and detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities

    • Committed to maintaining quality, safety, and productivity standards

    What You Bring

    Preferred:

    • High school diploma or GED

    • Previous manufacturing, production, warehouse, or assembly experience

    • Leadership, trainer, or team lead experience

    • Basic computer and Microsoft Office skills

    • Experience working in a manufacturing environment with quality and productivity standards

    Required:

    • Ability to perform production worker and trainer responsibilities

    • Strong communication, math, and organizational skills

    • Ability to work safely while standing, moving, and lifting throughout the shift

    • Ability to maintain production standards and support continuous improvement initiatives

    • Commitment to Hope Network's mission, teamwork, and professional workplace standards

    Top Benefits

    • Starting pay of $15.00/hour

    • Weekly pay with bonus potential

    • Medical, dental & vision insurance beginning on day one

    • 403(b) retirement plan with employer match

    • Paid holidays

    • Educational reimbursement and career development opportunities

    • No physical exam or drug screening required

    • Diverse, inclusive, and Felon-Friendly workplace

    • Monday–Friday schedule with no weekends

    • Opportunities for career advancement into leadership

    Why Hope Network

    Not your average job. Not your average impact.

    At Hope Network, you’re not just filling a role—you’re showing up for someone who needs consistency, encouragement, and support. Every day looks different, but one thing stays the same: what you do matters.

    Our teams are built on trust, collaboration, and a shared commitment to those we serve. We believe no human is more valuable than the next—and the work you do here truly matters.

    Apply today and start making a difference.

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