Production Lead Jobs in Idaho
Production Lead jobs in Idaho are concentrated in food and beverage processing, semiconductor and electronics manufacturing, and industrial equipment production, with demand at every level from shift supervisor to senior line lead. Boise, Nampa, and Twin Falls are the most active hiring metros, anchored by employers such as Lamb Weston, Micron Technology, and McCain Foods that maintain large production operations in the state. Quality control oversight, lean manufacturing, and workforce scheduling are the most in-demand specialties for the role across Idaho. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Wine Production Lead | Boise, ID
Join the Northwest’s Best Executing Distributor
Are you looking for a career with a company that invests in your future and is committed to your growth? Start your career in the fast-growing beverage sales distribution with one of the fastest emerging brands at Hayden Beverage.
We are currently hiring a Wine Production Lead for our Boise team.
- Compensation: $22- $23 per hour
- Schedule: Monday through Friday (Starting at 2:00 PM)
Production Warehouse Lead Job Details:
- Perform logistics and physical tasks associated to the selection and loading of product in accordance with procedures
- Adjust the daily routing order to maximize production efficiency based on the size of day and production staff
- Relay any truck changes or special loading requests to logistics, loaders, and management
- Be able to comfortably back trailers into loading docks at the start of the shift and throughout the day
- Proactively problem solve with a supervisor on any truck or route issues that may arise after external help is unavailable
- Ensure all pallets are staged correctly and are “up stacked”/”down stacked” correctly to provide the most optimal travelling conditions
- Accurately load an end loader trailer in order and maintain a 99.5% loading accuracy rate
- Utilize heavy lifting equipment to load a side loader truck
- Verify all transfer squares are empty and properly loaded prior to the trucks leaving their loading bays
- Complete all BOL paperwork and SV/Twin logistics in a timely manner daily
- Communicate all special requests are finished at the end of each night to delivery, including transfer squares
- Receive any product loads throughout the night to be keyed in and put away by day crew the following day
- Help ensure the accuracy of all inventory by reviewing that inventory management procedures are being met and followed correctly
- Lead safe workplace practices
- Order picking, sorting, stocking the picking line, pulling orders and loading trucks for delivery the next day
The Qualified Candidate:
- Demonstrates ability to follow directions and with necessary attention to detail
- Able to follow directions and take initiative
- Physically able to move product by hand or by operating different kind of lift trucks/forklifts
- Acceptable Motor Vehicle record and valid driver's license
- Pre-employment 4-panel drug testing and background
- Able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 60 pounds
Benefits:
- Free product every month: beer, wine, Red Bull, Non-alcoholic beverages
- Discount on Hayden’s products
- Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans
- Company paid life insurance and STD
- Paid holidays and PTO packages
- Referral bonuses
- 401(k) with Match
- 529 Education Savings Plan with match (up to $4k)
- Gym membership reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Perks at Work Discount Program
- Safe Ride Home Program
About Hayden:
At Hayden Beverage Co. we strive to be more than a team. We are a family. HBC is a rapidly growing beverage distribution company headquartered in Boise, ID, with 700+ employees in Idaho and Eastern Washington. Hayden is a hands-on work environment. Regardless of position, no job is beneath any team member and all team members are expected "to get their hands dirty" from time to time. We have two core goals; 1. Best executing distributor in the Northwest of any product and 2. Make our customers more profitable.
Wine Production Lead | Boise, ID
Join the Northwest’s Best Executing Distributor
Are you looking for a career with a company that invests in your future and is committed to your growth? Start your career in the fast-growing beverage sales distribution with one of the fastest emerging brands at Hayden Beverage.
We are currently hiring a Wine Production Lead for our Boise team.
- Compensation: $22- $23 per hour
- Schedule: Monday through Friday (Starting at 2:00 PM)
Production Warehouse Lead Job Details:
- Perform logistics and physical tasks associated to the selection and loading of product in accordance with procedures
- Adjust the daily routing order to maximize production efficiency based on the size of day and production staff
- Relay any truck changes or special loading requests to logistics, loaders, and management
- Be able to comfortably back trailers into loading docks at the start of the shift and throughout the day
- Proactively problem solve with a supervisor on any truck or route issues that may arise after external help is unavailable
- Ensure all pallets are staged correctly and are “up stacked”/”down stacked” correctly to provide the most optimal travelling conditions
- Accurately load an end loader trailer in order and maintain a 99.5% loading accuracy rate
- Utilize heavy lifting equipment to load a side loader truck
- Verify all transfer squares are empty and properly loaded prior to the trucks leaving their loading bays
- Complete all BOL paperwork and SV/Twin logistics in a timely manner daily
- Communicate all special requests are finished at the end of each night to delivery, including transfer squares
- Receive any product loads throughout the night to be keyed in and put away by day crew the following day
- Help ensure the accuracy of all inventory by reviewing that inventory management procedures are being met and followed correctly
- Lead safe workplace practices
- Order picking, sorting, stocking the picking line, pulling orders and loading trucks for delivery the next day
The Qualified Candidate:
- Demonstrates ability to follow directions and with necessary attention to detail
- Able to follow directions and take initiative
- Physically able to move product by hand or by operating different kind of lift trucks/forklifts
- Acceptable Motor Vehicle record and valid driver's license
- Pre-employment 4-panel drug testing and background
- Able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 60 pounds
Benefits:
- Free product every month: beer, wine, Red Bull, Non-alcoholic beverages
- Discount on Hayden’s products
- Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans
- Company paid life insurance and STD
- Paid holidays and PTO packages
- Referral bonuses
- 401(k) with Match
- 529 Education Savings Plan with match (up to $4k)
- Gym membership reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Perks at Work Discount Program
- Safe Ride Home Program
About Hayden:
At Hayden Beverage Co. we strive to be more than a team. We are a family. HBC is a rapidly growing beverage distribution company headquartered in Boise, ID, with 700+ employees in Idaho and Eastern Washington. Hayden is a hands-on work environment. Regardless of position, no job is beneath any team member and all team members are expected "to get their hands dirty" from time to time. We have two core goals; 1. Best executing distributor in the Northwest of any product and 2. Make our customers more profitable.
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What Idaho Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in production lead jobs across Idaho.
- Two or more years of experience leading production teams in a manufacturing or food-processing environment
- Demonstrated ability to monitor output targets and hold a team accountable to daily throughput goals
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles such as 5S, Kaizen, or continuous improvement processes
- Proficiency reading production schedules, work orders, and quality control documentation
- Experience enforcing OSHA safety standards and conducting on-the-floor safety observations
- High school diploma or GED required, with an associate degree in manufacturing or industrial technology preferred
Production Lead Jobs in Idaho: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a production lead in Idaho?
Most Idaho employers promote from within, so the most direct path is to build hands-on experience on a production floor and demonstrate reliability before moving into a lead role. Idaho does not require a state-issued license specifically for production leads, but food-processing employers commonly expect a food handler certification issued through an Idaho-approved provider. A background in industrial technology, operations management, or a related field strengthens an application considerably.
Which companies hire production leads in Idaho?
Idaho production lead roles are posted by Plexus, Staples, and Hayden Beverage Company and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Idaho's food processing corridor in the Magic Valley and its semiconductor presence in the Treasure Valley generate a steady share of these openings year-round.
Which Idaho cities have the most production lead jobs?
Nampa, Boise, and Twin Falls have the most production lead openings in Idaho. Boise and Nampa benefit from the Treasure Valley's concentration of semiconductor fabrication, consumer goods manufacturing, and distribution facilities, while Twin Falls serves as the hub for Idaho's potato processing and food manufacturing industry, where employers like Lamb Weston and McCain Foods maintain large continuous-operation plants.
Are there remote production lead jobs in Idaho?
Yes, but they're rare. Production lead work is fundamentally hands-on and floor-based, which limits remote options significantly. About 0% of production lead openings tied to Idaho are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, and those positions tend to involve production scheduling, quality documentation review, or training coordination rather than direct floor supervision.
How can I get hired as a production lead in Idaho with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is to join a production floor as a line operator or machine operator and seek out employers with formal advancement programs. Large Idaho food processors such as Lamb Weston and J.R. Simplot run structured training pipelines that move reliable operators into lead roles, and Micron Technology offers similar internal development tracks in Boise. Earning a forklift certification or a food handler card through an Idaho-approved provider gives a candidate a visible edge when applying to these programs.
Where can I find and apply to production lead jobs in Idaho?
You can find and apply to production lead jobs in Idaho on Migrate Mate, which lists current Idaho openings across the state's major manufacturing and processing sectors. Find the roles that fit your experience and apply directly to the ones that match.
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