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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Production Director
Free Church Orlando | Apopka, FL
Part-Time | Approximately 10 Hours Per Week
WWW.freechurchorl.com
Email resume: freeworshiporl@gmail
Attention: Sarah Brown, Worship Pastor
About the Role
Free Church Orlando is looking for a creative, detail-oriented, and forward-thinking Production Director to help elevate our Sunday service and 1st Wednesday service experience, both in person and online.
This is an opportunity for someone who combines technical ability, creativity, organization, and a heart for worship. We are looking for a self-starter who can lead production operations while bringing fresh ideas and developing new ways to engage our church community.
We believe production is more than operating equipment. It’s an important part of creating an atmosphere where people can connect, worship, and experience the message.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee production operations for Sunday services, including setup, testing, and breakdown.
- Coordinate production needs for our monthly Wednesday service. (Pro-presenter screens and lights)
- Help maintain and improve the quality of our in-person and online worship experiences.
- Monitor and review Sunday livestreams, identifying opportunities for improvement.
- Develop creative visuals and production ideas for upcoming services, holidays, and special events.
- Create and maintain production checklists, systems, and team procedures.
- Take initiative in troubleshooting technical issues and researching new tools and technology.
- Help organize, communicate with, and support the production team.
- Work collaboratively with worship, ministry, and communications teams.
- Identify opportunities to improve, innovate, and grow the production ministry.
What We’re Looking For
Creative Mindset
- Sees the big picture and brings fresh ideas to life.
- Enjoys creating engaging visuals, graphics, videos and meaningful experiences.
Detail-Oriented
- Pays attention to the details that contribute to excellence.
- Review livestreams and identify areas for improvement understanding that this is one of our outreach tools that helps new visitors decide to visit our church.
- Takes ownership of quality and consistency.
Self-Starter & Organized
- Takes initiative and follows through without constant direction.
- Creates checklists, stays organized, and follows up on projects.
- Can manage responsibilities and prioritize tasks effectively and independently.
Technical Experience
- Comfortable working with production equipment and technology. Behringer Sound, propresenter, Atem camera switcher, Restream streaming service. Planning center.
- Willing to research, troubleshoot, and learn new tools.
Heart for Worship
- Understands that production is more than a technical department; it is part of the worship experience.
- Values serving others and contributing to the overall vision of the church.
- Has a desire to make a meaningful impact both in the room and online.
Vision & Growth Mindset
- Excited about developing new ideas and creative experiences.
- Looks beyond maintaining existing systems and wants to help the ministry grow.
- Enjoys learning, innovating, and bringing projects from concept to completion.
Additional Skills (A Plus)
Experience in any of the following areas is a plus:
- Video editing and video production
- Graphic design and creation of promotional visuals
- Photography and event photography
- Social media content creation and management
- Creative media development for church services, events, and special projects
These additional creative skills are but not required.
Schedule & Time Commitment
Approximately 8-10 hours per week, including:
- Sunday service: Setup, production oversight, and breakdown. 8:00-1:00
- Wednesday: 1st Wednesday Monthly service production support. 6:00-9:00pm
- Remaining hours: Dedicated to creative projects, planning, organization, and improvements that enhance the Sunday service experience.
Who Would Thrive in This Role?
Someone who is passionate about creating unforgettable worship experiences, enjoys both the technical and creative sides of production, and wants to take ownership of helping a ministry grow.
We are looking for someone who doesn’t simply want to maintain a department but is excited to bring creativity, leadership, and fresh vision to the team.
If you’re ready to bring your creativity, technical skills, and heart for worship to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you!
Let’s create something extraordinary together!!
Pay: From $150.00 per week
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Apopka, FL 32703
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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 ArborMetrics Solutions, GE Vernova, and UniFirst and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 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?
Pensacola, Orlando, and Daytona 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 54% of production lead openings tied to Florida are remote or hybrid as of November 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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