Production Lead

Job Title: Production Team LeadJob DescriptionThe Team Lead oversees and supports a production team of 515 employees in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role combines hands-on work on the production floor with day-to-day leadership responsibilities to ensure quality, efficiency, and safety across all operations.Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of 515 production employees on the manufacturing floor.
• Work hands-on alongside the team to support daily production and assembly tasks.
• Coordinate workflow and allocate tasks to ensure production goals and deadlines are met.
• Monitor product quality during assembly and production, and address issues promptly.
• Support accurate data entry related to production output, materials, and inventory.
• Train and guide team members on proper procedures, safety practices, and equipment use.
• Encourage a positive, collaborative, and high-performance team culture.
• Communicate clearly with team members and other departments to resolve issues and improve processes.
• Promote and enforce safety standards to maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and contribute ideas for process enhancements.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience leading teams in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong hands-on experience in production and assembly work.
• Basic data entry skills with attention to accuracy and detail.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities, including coaching, motivating, and supporting team members.
• Ability to work on the production floor rather than in an office-based role.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to give clear instructions.
• Capability to perform in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality and safety standards.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Door shop experience is a plus.
• Experience working in a clean, organized production environment.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes and workflow coordination.
• Comfort working with changing priorities and production demands.

Why Work Here?Employees benefit from a comprehensive total rewards package that supports their well-being and long-term security, including health, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off. The organization fosters a supportive environment where hands-on contributors can grow their leadership skills, enjoy stable work in a modern facility, and be part of a team that values collaboration, safety, and continuous improvement.Work EnvironmentThis role is based on the production floor in a clean, modern, and fast-paced manufacturing environment. Team members work hands-on with production and assembly tasks and may be on their feet for much of the shift. The facility emphasizes organization, safety, and efficiency, with a focus on maintaining a tidy and professional workspace. Dress typically aligns with a manufacturing setting, including practical attire and any required safety gear. Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Newington, CT. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $55000.00 - $73000.00/yr. 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.health dental vision 401k Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Newington, CT. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 17, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Newington,CT.

About Aerotek

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.