Mid Level Lead Production Technician Jobs
Mid level lead production technician jobs call for professionals ready to own production workflows end to end, guide junior technicians, and make real-time floor decisions with minimal supervision. Openings are concentrated in Food & Beverage, Chemicals & Materials, and Automotive, with a mix of on-site and hybrid schedules, and employers like Avient, Niagara Bottling, and Anduril hiring at this level now.
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Shift Supervisor / Production Team Lead - 3rd Shift
NSK is seeking a Shift Supervisor / Production Team Lead to work 3rd Shift and fill the Unit Coordinator C position at our Hub plant in Franklin, IN.
The purpose of this position is to coordinate team efforts toward meeting safety, quality, production, and cost goals. This position will serve as the primary person responsible for coordinating and supporting all line or shift activity. Lead team members by embracing the principles of lean manufacturing and 5s standardization.
Responsibilities:
- Direct and coordinate the activities of team members engaged in the production line.
- Enforce all safety and quality standards.
Communicate:
- Keep team members informed, before and during each shift, of all safety, quality, production, manning, and line condition updates.
- Coordinate with other supervisors on operations and activities within or between departments.
- Discuss with management:
- Quality Concerns
- Production Status
- Equipment & Line Issues
- Team Member problems, complaints, or grievances.
- Areas for improvement
Plan, Check and Confirm:
- Plan and establish work schedules, assignments, and production sequences to meet production goals.
- Observe work and monitor activity to ensure that team members uphold all plant standards.
- Read and analyze charts, work orders, production schedules, and other records and reports to determine production requirements and to evaluate current production estimates and outputs.
- Utilize 5s and Lean production principles to improve standard operating procedures.
Qualifications
This job requires a high school diploma or equivalent and 4 to 6 years of position-related experience; the preferred formal education is a Technical Diploma or associate degree and 6 to 8 years of position-related experience.
- H.S. Diploma / Completed GED
Preferred:
- Experience or exposure to 5s and Lean Manufacturing principles.
- Experience in Supervisory role.
NSK is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law
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If you feel you meet the requirements and wish to be considered, please visit our company career page to apply.
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Mid Level Lead Production Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level lead production technician job?
Position yourself by highlighting hands-on ownership: processes you improved, output targets you hit, and junior staff you guided. Tailor your resume to show you can run a line or shift with limited oversight, not just follow instructions. Certifications in quality systems, lean manufacturing, or equipment-specific platforms strengthen your application and signal you're ready to lead independently.
Which companies hire mid level lead production technicians?
Companies hiring mid level lead production technicians right now include Avient, Niagara Bottling, and Anduril, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, manufacturers, food and beverage producers, and consumer goods companies tend to be the most active, as they depend on experienced technician leads to keep lines running and quality consistent.
Are there remote mid level lead production technician jobs?
Yes, though most roles remain on-site given the hands-on nature of production work. About 0% of mid level lead production technician openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to be in quality oversight, process documentation, or training coordination rather than direct line supervision.
How do I move up to a mid level lead production technician role?
Moving into a mid level role comes from building depth over your first few years: mastering the equipment and processes in your area, taking ownership of small projects without being asked, and demonstrating measurable results like reduced downtime or improved yield. Volunteering to train new hires and stepping up during shift gaps shows employers you're ready to lead consistently.
Which industries hire the most mid level lead production technicians?
Mid Level lead production technician roles concentrate in Food & Beverage, Chemicals & Materials, and Automotive, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors rely heavily on experienced lead technicians to maintain throughput, enforce quality standards, and absorb the production variability that comes with scale and shifting demand.