Lead Production Operator

Job Title: Production Lead

Job Description

The Production Lead oversees daily manufacturing operations to ensure products are produced safely, efficiently, and in line with established quality standards. This role coordinates workflow on the production floor, supports and guides team members, and helps maintain a smooth, consistent operation across all shifts. One Production Lead will oversee the Arils department, while another will oversee the Juice Extraction department.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production activities on the manufacturing floor to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality output.
• Coordinate workflow across assigned lines or departments to maintain steady production and minimize downtime.
• Monitor hourly production metrics, including case counts, and take action to ensure targets are achieved.
• Read and execute the daily run plan accurately to meet operational and scheduling goals.
• Provide hands-on training and guidance to new hires and returning team members on equipment operation and workflow procedures.
• Support and supervise team members in the Arils or Juice Extraction department, ensuring consistent performance and adherence to standards.
• Enforce adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and all company safety policies at all times.
• Maintain a professional, respectful demeanor in all communications with staff and promote a positive work environment.
• Collaborate closely with the supervisor by promptly reporting any employee-related issues or concerns.
• Assist with inventory-related activities such as inventory control, cycle counts, and warehouse inventory tracking as needed.
• Utilize ERP systems to support production and inventory management activities.
• Identify and support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, quality, and safety.
• Operate or coordinate the use of forklifts and other material handling equipment as required for production.
• Ensure production areas remain organized, clean, and compliant with safety and quality requirements.
• Experience working in a fast-paced production or manufacturing environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Buttonwillow, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $26.00/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 Buttonwillow,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 26, 2026.

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.

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.