Production Lead Jobs in California

INTRODUCTION

All Weather Architectural Aluminum is a custom window and door manufacturer located in Vacaville, CA, that has been in business since 1969, and we have an opening for a Production Lead. The Production Lead is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the daily activities of the production lines in a custom window & door manufacturing facility. This role ensures that windows are manufactured efficiently, safely, and in compliance with company quality standards. The Production Lead acts as a liaison between production workers and management, providing guidance, support, and direction to ensure smooth and effective workflow.

Schedule: Monday - Friday; 5:00 AM - 1:30 PM, Overtime and weekends may be required due to business needs.

Benefits offered to all employees:

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with Match
• Vacation Pay
• Sick Days and Paid Holidays
• Performance based bonuses

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Supervise and lead a team of production workers in the assembly and fabrication of windows and doors.
• Monitor production schedules and ensure timely completion of manufacturing targets.
• Enforce safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized work environment.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards and perform routine inspections.
• Train and cross-train employees on various tasks, machinery, and safety procedures.
• Identify workflow or material issues and collaborate with supervisors to resolve them.
• Maintain accurate production records and report daily output, labor, and material usage.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and recommend process improvements.
• Ensure proper use and maintenance of equipment and tools.
• Communicate effectively with other departments, such as Quality Assurance, Maintenance, and Shipping.
• Assist with the proper flow of raw material and work-in-process.
• Ensure in-process and finished goods quality checks are completed.
• Ensure 5S standards are implemented and maintained.
• Update our Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Customer Service (SQDC) board daily and communicate daily performance goals.
• Assist with daily machine start-up and maintenance tasks and ensure they are performed correctly.
• Fill in, as needed, at each workstation.
• Organize and schedule work assignments to achieve maximum efficiency.
• Assist with training new employees.
• Report any safety incidents or near misses to supervisor immediately.
• Maintain performance standards, identify and or resolve any issues causing performance gaps.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Document remakes, downtime, and mechanical issues.
• Able to adjust to support quality and production needs.
• Make competent and on the spot decisions and adjustments.
• Able to train new hires with set expectations and follow-up.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to read a measuring tape.
• Excellent people skills to facilitate difficult or emotional situations.
• Provide encouragement and support to others in accepting responsibility.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Responds promptly to employee needs.
• Ability to learn new computer software programs.
• Practice solution-based thinking.
• Ability to maintain and understand the importance of confidentiality.
• Demonstrate excellent customer service skills.
• Basic math skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This position requires lifting (up to 50lbs unassisted), walking and standing for long periods of time.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This job operates in a warehouse/production environment; machine noise from production machinery, and exposure to hot/cold temperatures depending on season.

All Weather Architectural Aluminum provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, All Weather Architectural Aluminum complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement: To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Please Note: As part of the hiring process, the selected candidate will be required to undergo a physical examination to ensure they meet the physical demands of the position.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent, technical or vocational training a plus.

Experience

• 3+ years of previous manufacturing experience (Window/Door manufacturing preferred).
• 1+ years in a lead or supervisory role.
• Knowledge of window assembly processes, materials, and tools; preferred.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and measurements.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles is a plus.
• Basic computer skills (email, production software, data entry).