Production Team Leader

Company: Aerotek
Location: Mesa
Posted on: January 14, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Title: Production Team Leader Job Description This position involves overseeing a team of technicians, machine operators, or assemblers to ensure efficient, high-quality, and safe operations at the production site. The Production Team Leader is responsible for coordinating daily tasks, providing leadership, troubleshooting issues, training, coaching, and ensuring that projects are completed on time and in compliance with safety standards and specifications. Responsibilities Supervise and lead a team of technicians, ensuring adherence to project deadlines, quality standards, and safety protocols. Assign tasks, monitor performance, and provide feedback to ensure optimal productivity and job satisfaction. Provide technical guidance and support to team members, troubleshooting issues and assisting with problem resolution as needed. Ensure that all team members are trained according to the latest SOPs and process procedures. Monitor daily work progress and ensure systems and components are installed, maintained, or repaired to meet customer expectations and compliance standards. Perform inspections of installed systems and components, ensuring all work is completed to meet quality standards. Review SOPs and equipment to ensure the availability of proper tools, materials, and safety gear. Communicate effectively with supervisors, managers, engineers, and other stakeholders regarding production status, resources, training needs, and any potential delays or issues. Maintain a safe and organized work environment by ensuring all team members adhere to safety standards and protocols. Assist with inventory management and ordering supplies and materials needed for optimal production flow. Maintain documentation of work performed, including job reports, timesheets, and compliance logs. Essential Skills Assembly, machine operation, quality inspection, team management, communication, and leadership skills. Experience in large part assembly. Ability to perform quality inspections of installed systems and components. Strong team management skills with the ability to manage a team of 8 technicians. Effective communication and leadership skills. Understanding and application of lean manufacturing principles. Additional Skills & Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification or associate degree preferred. 3 years of experience in manufacturing, with at least 1 year of leadership experience. Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, components, installation methods, and safety practices. Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex manufacturing issues. Proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation. Strong commitment to safety practices and a proactive approach to workplace safety. Ability to manage and motivate a team to achieve productivity and quality goals. Why Work Here? Join a dynamic and fast-growing environment where your entrepreneurial spirit is recognized. Enjoy working in a modern, state-of-the-art facility with industry 4.0 technology. Benefit from competitive compensation, a range of comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, and a 401K plan. Experience work-life balance with paid time off and an employee assistance program. Embrace being part of a green industry transformation and an inclusive and diversity-friendly environment. Additionally, enjoy career advancement opportunities and electric charging stations. Work Environment Work hours are from 6AM to 4:30PM, Monday through Thursday (four 10-hour shifts). Flexibility is required for occasional late stays, Fridays, and Saturdays. The work environment includes air-conditioned facilities and requires physical activities such as lifting up to 35 pounds, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, or crouching. Use of Personal Protection Equipment is mandatory, and good manual dexterity and multi-limb coordination are essential. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mesa, AZ. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/hr. 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) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Mesa,AZ. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jan 23, 2026. About Aerotek: 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 meets 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 solving for 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. 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. Company Description 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. Company Description 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.

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