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Sheet Metal Production Lead
Posted: 09/28/2026
Employment Type:
Contract to Perm
Job Category: INDUSTRIAL
Job Number: SG1158466910
Pay Rate: $21 / hour
Job Description
Primary Staffing is hiring an experienced and motivated Sheet Metal Production Lead to support manufacturing operations in Itasca, IL.This position is responsible for coordinating daily production activities, assigning work, monitoring production performance, training team members, and helping ensure production goals are completed safely, efficiently, and on schedule.The Production Lead will support sheet metal operations including stainless steel hinges, edge guard/laser work, machine shop, and polishing while working closely with supervisors and other departments to maintain production flow, quality, and safety standards.
Responsibilities
Physical Requirements
Pay: $21.00/hour
Schedule: 6:00 AM–2:30 PM
Overtime/Adjusted Hours: May be required based on production needs.
Apply Today! Ready to take the next step in your manufacturing career and lead a production team? Apply today with Primary Staffing and put your sheet metal and leadership experience to work!
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and oversee daily sheet metal production activities.
- Assign daily tasks based on production priorities and staffing needs.
- Monitor production progress to ensure orders are completed accurately and on time.
- Lead, train, coach, and support production employees.
- Cross-train team members on equipment, processes, and safety procedures.
- Monitor workflow and identify production bottlenecks or inefficiencies.
- Assist with production planning and scheduling.
- Coordinate required materials, tooling, and supplies.
- Ensure employees follow production documentation and work instructions.
- Support quality standards and help resolve production or quality issues.
- Promote Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement practices.
- Enforce company safety policies and safe operating procedures.
- Maintain clean, organized, and production-ready work areas.
- Collaborate with production, engineering, inventory, and management teams.
- Support the Sheet Metal Supervisor in meeting departmental production goals.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Fluent English required.
- 1–2 years of manufacturing or sheet metal production experience.
- Leadership, production coordination, or employee mentoring experience preferred.
- Knowledge of sheet metal fabrication processes and manufacturing equipment.
- Experience supporting production scheduling and workflow coordination.
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to train employees and promote safe work practices.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
- Forklift certification or ability to obtain and maintain certification.
- Experience operating sheet metal fabrication machinery preferred.
- ERP or manufacturing software experience is a plus.
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, or Continuous Improvement preferred.
- High-volume manufacturing experience preferred.
- Familiarity with quality systems and production performance metrics is a plus.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform repetitive physical tasks throughout the shift.
- Manual dexterity to handle materials and operate manufacturing equipment.
- Comfortable working around machinery, production noise, and varying temperatures.
- PPE is required in all production areas.
- Gloves and safety glasses will be provided.
Pay: $21.00/hour
Schedule: 6:00 AM–2:30 PM
Overtime/Adjusted Hours: May be required based on production needs.
Apply Today! Ready to take the next step in your manufacturing career and lead a production team? Apply today with Primary Staffing and put your sheet metal and leadership experience to work!
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