Production Lead Jobs in Florida

Production Lead jobs in Florida are in strong demand, concentrated in food and beverage manufacturing, aerospace and defense, and consumer goods production, with openings at every level from floor-level team lead to senior shift supervisor. The heaviest hiring is in Tampa, Orlando, and Jacksonville, where anchor employers like Lockheed Martin, Publix, and Tropicana have long-established Florida operations. Cold chain logistics, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and building materials are among the most active specialties right now. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles21
Top employerADT
Top cityTampa, FL
Cities hiring18
Work type83% On-site
Top industryManufacturing

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Pinch A Penny
Production Lead
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Pinch A Penny
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Production Lead
Pinch A Penny
Clearwater, Florida
Customer Service
Customer Support
Military encouraged

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A&M Manufacturing
Production Team Lead Fiberglass / Lamination
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A&M Manufacturing
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Production Team Lead Fiberglass / Lamination
A&M Manufacturing
Alachua, Florida
Construction Management
Health & Safety
Skilled Trades
$50k - $60k/yr
On-Site
High school diploma or GED

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Trademark Metals Recycling
Production Lead
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Trademark Metals Recycling
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Production Lead
Trademark Metals Recycling
Rockledge, Florida
Business Strategy
Product Management
501-1,000

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Hernon Manufacturing, Inc
Adhesive Lead Production
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Hernon Manufacturing, Inc
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Adhesive Lead Production
Hernon Manufacturing, Inc
Sanford, Florida
Customer Service
Customer Support
High school diploma or GED

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PRI Productions
Print Production Coordinator Lead
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PRI Productions
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Print Production Coordinator Lead
PRI Productions
Jacksonville, Florida
Manufacturing Operations
Project Management
Quality Control
$45k - $55k/yr
On-Site

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Production Lead Jobs by City in Florida

Where Florida roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Tampa
2 jobs
Boca Raton
2 jobs
West Palm Beach
2 jobs
Ocala
1 job
Alachua
1 job
Orlando
1 job
Sanford
1 job
Leesburg
1 job
Longwood
1 job

Production Lead Job Market in Florida

A snapshot from current Florida openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

ADT
ADT2 open roles
Trademark Metals Recycling
Trademark Metals Recycling2 open roles
Citi
Citi1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Manufacturing
  • Electronics & Hardware

What Florida Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in production lead jobs across Florida.

  • Two or more years of experience leading a production team on a manufacturing floor
  • Demonstrated ability to meet daily output targets and manage line staffing
  • Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement practices
  • Experience enforcing GMP, OSHA, or food safety compliance standards
  • Strong communication skills for coordinating between shift workers and management
  • Proficiency reading production schedules, work orders, and basic quality documentation

Production Lead Jobs in Florida: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a production lead in Florida?

Most production leads in Florida move up from line operator or machine technician roles after demonstrating reliability and team coordination skills. Florida does not require a state license to work as a production lead. Employers in food manufacturing often expect a food handler certification or HACCP awareness, while aerospace employers may require OSHA 30 completion. An associate degree in manufacturing technology or industrial operations strengthens candidacy at larger Florida facilities.

Which companies hire production leads in Florida?

Florida production lead roles are posted by ADT, Trademark Metals Recycling, and Citi and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Florida's concentration of food processing, defense manufacturing, and consumer goods plants means consistent, year-round demand across both large corporations and regional mid-size facilities.

Which Florida cities have the most production lead jobs?

Tampa, Boca Raton, and West Palm Beach have the most production lead openings in Florida. Tampa's industrial corridor and Jacksonville's port-adjacent manufacturing base drive the bulk of demand, while Orlando's aerospace and food production clusters add a strong secondary market. Smaller cities like Lakeland and Fort Myers also post consistently due to their distribution center and packaging plant density.

Are there remote production lead jobs in Florida?

Yes, but they're rare. Production leads are fundamentally on-floor roles responsible for live output, staffing coverage, and real-time quality checks, so most positions require physical presence. About 17% of production lead openings tied to Florida are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those tend to be scheduling coordination or training oversight roles rather than active floor supervision.

How can I get hired as a production lead in Florida with little or no experience?

The most realistic path is starting as a line operator or production associate at a large Florida facility and moving into a lead role within one to two years. Publix's manufacturing division, Tropicana's Bradenton plant, and several Jacksonville-area defense contractors regularly hire entry-level production staff into structured advancement tracks. Completing an OSHA 10 course and earning a forklift certification before applying gives candidates a measurable edge over others at the same experience level.

Where can I find and apply to production lead jobs in Florida?

You can find and apply to production lead jobs in Florida on Migrate Mate, which lists current Florida openings. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and preferred location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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