Entry Level Lead Manufacturing Technician Jobs
New grad lead manufacturing technician jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where hands-on internship work or a strong technical portfolio can carry more weight than a lengthy resume. Most openings are on-site roles concentrated in Education, Automotive, and Manufacturing, with employers like BD, Femasys, and Maverick Tech hiring at this level now.
Find JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 8+ Entry Level Lead Manufacturing Technician jobs
What your day looks like
Picture yourself walking into our on-site Ripon, WI plant, greeting an 8–12 person production crew that looks to you for direction. You kick off a crisp pre-shift huddle—safety highlights, quality checkpoints, HR notes, and the day’s output targets—then get everyone aligned on standard work and KPIs. Throughout the shift, you coach new hires, check PPE, track Hour-by-Hour Boards, conduct 5S Audits and Dupont Stop Observations, and keep work stacks moving. When a hiccup appears, you quickly escalate to the Group Leader and keep neighboring Team Leads in the loop so the next shift starts strong. You champion continuous improvement, capture ideas, and use SAP to keep materials and information flowing. You lead with a servant mindset—clear, calm, and people-first.
Why Alliance
Alliance Laundry Systems is a stable, fast-paced manufacturing leader built on integrity. We set clear expectations, provide the tools to succeed, and surround you with teammates who have your back.
Where you’ll work
On-site in Ripon, WI
Available shifts
- 1st Shift: Monday - Thursday, 5:00 AM - 3:00 PM | Overtime (as needed): Friday, 5:00 AM - 1:00 PM (8 hours)
- 2nd Shift: Monday - Thursday, 3:00 PM - 1:00 AM | Overtime (as needed): Friday, 1:00 PM - 9:00 PM (8 hours)
- 3rd Shift: Monday - Thursday, 8:00 PM - 6:00 AM | Overtime (as needed): Friday, 8:00 PM - 4:00 AM (8 hours)
- Weekend Days: Friday - Sunday, 5:00 AM - 5:00 PM | Overtime (as needed): Monday - Thursday, 5:00 AM - 1:00 PM (8 hours)
- Weekend Nights: Friday - Sunday, 5:00 PM - 5:00 AM | Overtime (as needed): Monday - Thursday, 5:00 PM - 1:00 AM (8 hours)
How you’ll lead
- Train and onboard new team members; be their go-to resource
- Run daily pre-shift meetings covering safety, quality, HR, and production goals
- Ensure safe work practices; confirm and obtain required PPE
- Foster and implement continuous improvement ideas with the team
- Escalate production or systemic issues to the Group Leader
- Maintain cross-shift communication with other Team Leads and Leaders
- Update KPIs and area metrics; keep visuals current
- Create, maintain, and audit Team Member Standard Work
- Complete Hour by Hour Boards, 5S Audits, Dupont Stop Observations, and manage work stacks
- Coach through conflict to resolution with support from Group and Area Leaders
- Use SAP to support manufacturing processes
- Pitch in with other tasks as needed
What you bring
- Experience leading others (work or volunteer)
- Understanding of manufacturing processes preferred
- Servant-leadership approach; people-first mindset
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills
- Demonstrated leadership capability
- High school diploma or equivalent
Physical and role demands
- Ability to stand for extended periods; occasional sitting, manual dexterity, stooping, bending
- Passing a pre-employment physical including a baseline test of lifting a minimum of 50 pounds
Compliance
Team Leads are required to:
- Passing a pre-employment drug screen and background check
Benefits
- Stable, growing work environment
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Paid vacation in your first year
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Annual and Quarterly Perfect Attendance Awards
- Safety Recognition Program
- Medical Plan with company paid Health Reimbursement Account
- Dental and Vision Plans
- 401k Plan
- 11 Company Paid Holidays
- Company-paid Life and AD&D Insurance with optional additional coverage
- Company-paid Long Term Disability (LTD)
- Annual wage increases
What your day looks like
Picture yourself walking into our on-site Ripon, WI plant, greeting an 8–12 person production crew that looks to you for direction. You kick off a crisp pre-shift huddle—safety highlights, quality checkpoints, HR notes, and the day’s output targets—then get everyone aligned on standard work and KPIs. Throughout the shift, you coach new hires, check PPE, track Hour-by-Hour Boards, conduct 5S Audits and Dupont Stop Observations, and keep work stacks moving. When a hiccup appears, you quickly escalate to the Group Leader and keep neighboring Team Leads in the loop so the next shift starts strong. You champion continuous improvement, capture ideas, and use SAP to keep materials and information flowing. You lead with a servant mindset—clear, calm, and people-first.
Why Alliance
Alliance Laundry Systems is a stable, fast-paced manufacturing leader built on integrity. We set clear expectations, provide the tools to succeed, and surround you with teammates who have your back.
Where you’ll work
On-site in Ripon, WI
Available shifts
- 1st Shift: Monday - Thursday, 5:00 AM - 3:00 PM | Overtime (as needed): Friday, 5:00 AM - 1:00 PM (8 hours)
- 2nd Shift: Monday - Thursday, 3:00 PM - 1:00 AM | Overtime (as needed): Friday, 1:00 PM - 9:00 PM (8 hours)
- 3rd Shift: Monday - Thursday, 8:00 PM - 6:00 AM | Overtime (as needed): Friday, 8:00 PM - 4:00 AM (8 hours)
- Weekend Days: Friday - Sunday, 5:00 AM - 5:00 PM | Overtime (as needed): Monday - Thursday, 5:00 AM - 1:00 PM (8 hours)
- Weekend Nights: Friday - Sunday, 5:00 PM - 5:00 AM | Overtime (as needed): Monday - Thursday, 5:00 PM - 1:00 AM (8 hours)
How you’ll lead
- Train and onboard new team members; be their go-to resource
- Run daily pre-shift meetings covering safety, quality, HR, and production goals
- Ensure safe work practices; confirm and obtain required PPE
- Foster and implement continuous improvement ideas with the team
- Escalate production or systemic issues to the Group Leader
- Maintain cross-shift communication with other Team Leads and Leaders
- Update KPIs and area metrics; keep visuals current
- Create, maintain, and audit Team Member Standard Work
- Complete Hour by Hour Boards, 5S Audits, Dupont Stop Observations, and manage work stacks
- Coach through conflict to resolution with support from Group and Area Leaders
- Use SAP to support manufacturing processes
- Pitch in with other tasks as needed
What you bring
- Experience leading others (work or volunteer)
- Understanding of manufacturing processes preferred
- Servant-leadership approach; people-first mindset
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills
- Demonstrated leadership capability
- High school diploma or equivalent
Physical and role demands
- Ability to stand for extended periods; occasional sitting, manual dexterity, stooping, bending
- Passing a pre-employment physical including a baseline test of lifting a minimum of 50 pounds
Compliance
Team Leads are required to:
- Passing a pre-employment drug screen and background check
Benefits
- Stable, growing work environment
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Paid vacation in your first year
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Annual and Quarterly Perfect Attendance Awards
- Safety Recognition Program
- Medical Plan with company paid Health Reimbursement Account
- Dental and Vision Plans
- 401k Plan
- 11 Company Paid Holidays
- Company-paid Life and AD&D Insurance with optional additional coverage
- Company-paid Long Term Disability (LTD)
- Annual wage increases
See All 8 Entry Level Lead Manufacturing Technician Jobs
Find roles that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.
Find JobsEntry Level Lead Manufacturing Technician Job Market
Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Education
- Automotive
- Manufacturing
- Medical Devices
- Healthcare & Medical Services
Entry Level Lead Manufacturing Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level lead manufacturing technician job?
Start by highlighting any hands-on experience you have, whether from coursework, internships, co-ops, or personal projects involving assembly, quality control, or production processes. Employers hiring at the entry level look for candidates who understand basic manufacturing workflows, can follow standard operating procedures, and show reliability. Certifications in lean manufacturing or Six Sigma fundamentals can also give you a concrete edge over other new applicants.
Which companies hire entry level lead manufacturing technicians?
Companies hiring entry level lead manufacturing technicians right now include BD, Femasys, and Maverick Tech, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from mid-size manufacturers and large industrial operations that have structured onboarding programs and regularly bring in new graduates to grow into more senior technician roles.
Are there remote entry level lead manufacturing technician jobs?
Yes, though most roles in this field are on-site given the hands-on nature of manufacturing work. About 0% of entry level lead manufacturing technician openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to be in quality documentation, process coordination, or technical support functions rather than direct production floor work.
Are these new grad lead manufacturing technician jobs?
Yes, the listings on this page include new grad, recent graduate, and junior roles that explicitly welcome candidates with little or no professional experience. A new-grad-friendly posting typically accepts zero to two years of experience, counts internships or co-op rotations toward that threshold, and may consider a strong technical portfolio in lieu of a full work history.
Which industries hire the most entry level lead manufacturing technicians?
Entry Level lead manufacturing technician roles concentrate in Education, Automotive, and Manufacturing, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Those sectors drive entry level hiring because they run high-volume production operations that need a steady pipeline of trained technicians to support quality, output, and process improvement goals.