Production Lead Jobs in Utah
Production Lead jobs in Utah are open across Lindon, Salt Lake City, and American Fork and other Utah metros, with employers like CandyCo, Jabil, and ICU Medical hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Position Summary
The Production Lead provides support to manufacturing teams through assistance in problem solving, process and product improvement, procedure review, and assistance in training. The Production Lead also supports engineering on specific projects by assisting in testing.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Assist and provide input for production operations
- Identify and implement process improvements
- Identify and implement quality improvements
- Train production team members as required
- Organize and perform physical inventory
- Assist engineering with building and testing product for process or equipment validations or improvements
- Maintain effectiveness when experiencing major changes in the work task or the work environment; adjusting to work within new work structures, process requirements, or cultures
- Take action to accomplish objectives, achieve goals beyond what is required, be proactive, and improve existing conditions
- Maintain and promote social, ethical and organizational norms; firmly adhere to ICU’s codes of conduct and ethical principles
- Work effectively and cooperate with others
- Generate innovative solutions in work situations and provide alternate ways to deal with work problems and or opportunities.
Knowledge, Skills & Qualifications
- Good communication skills, both orally and written
- Basic computer skills, experience with MS office including word and excel, Oracle and Ifactory system
- Good knowledge of our inventory system
- Proficient with our work order and training system
Education and Experience
High School Diploma or GED required
Must have 5 years’ experience in assembly, production or production planning
Minimum Qualifications
Must be 18 years of age
Travel Requirements
Typically requires travel less than 5% of the time
Physical Requirements and Work Environment
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
- This job operates in a clean room environment.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to sit or stand for the duration of the shift
- Must be able to repetitively move and lift objects of up to 20 lbs
Position Summary
The Production Lead provides support to manufacturing teams through assistance in problem solving, process and product improvement, procedure review, and assistance in training. The Production Lead also supports engineering on specific projects by assisting in testing.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Assist and provide input for production operations
- Identify and implement process improvements
- Identify and implement quality improvements
- Train production team members as required
- Organize and perform physical inventory
- Assist engineering with building and testing product for process or equipment validations or improvements
- Maintain effectiveness when experiencing major changes in the work task or the work environment; adjusting to work within new work structures, process requirements, or cultures
- Take action to accomplish objectives, achieve goals beyond what is required, be proactive, and improve existing conditions
- Maintain and promote social, ethical and organizational norms; firmly adhere to ICU’s codes of conduct and ethical principles
- Work effectively and cooperate with others
- Generate innovative solutions in work situations and provide alternate ways to deal with work problems and or opportunities.
Knowledge, Skills & Qualifications
- Good communication skills, both orally and written
- Basic computer skills, experience with MS office including word and excel, Oracle and Ifactory system
- Good knowledge of our inventory system
- Proficient with our work order and training system
Education and Experience
High School Diploma or GED required
Must have 5 years’ experience in assembly, production or production planning
Minimum Qualifications
Must be 18 years of age
Travel Requirements
Typically requires travel less than 5% of the time
Physical Requirements and Work Environment
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
- This job operates in a clean room environment.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to sit or stand for the duration of the shift
- Must be able to repetitively move and lift objects of up to 20 lbs
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Where Utah roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Production Lead Job Market in Utah
A snapshot from current Utah openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- CandyCo4
- Jabil2
- ICU Medical1
- Niagara Bottling1
Top Industries Hiring
- Food & Beverage5
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals2
- Consulting & Professional Services1
- Electronics & Hardware1
- Medical Devices1
What Utah Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in production lead jobs across Utah.
- 2-5 years of experience in a production or manufacturing environment
- Proven ability to supervise and direct a team on the production floor
- Working knowledge of lean manufacturing or continuous improvement principles
- Familiarity with OSHA safety standards and facility compliance procedures
- Experience tracking production metrics, schedules, and quality output targets
- High school diploma or GED required, with relevant certifications preferred
Production Lead Jobs in Utah: Frequently Asked Questions
How many production lead jobs are there in Utah?
There are 8+ production lead openings in Utah on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Lindon, Salt Lake City, and American Fork. New positions post regularly as employers across Utah hire.
How much do production leads make in Utah?
Production leads in Utah earn a median of about $71,220 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $47,620 for the lowest 10% to over $106,720 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Utah cities have the most production lead jobs?
Lindon, Salt Lake City, and American Fork have the most production lead openings in Utah right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire production leads in Utah?
Employers hiring production leads in Utah include CandyCo, Jabil, and ICU Medical, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote production lead jobs in Utah?
Yes. About 0% of production lead openings tied to Utah are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Utah metros.
How do I apply for production lead jobs in Utah?
You can apply to production lead jobs in Utah directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Utah location, then apply to each one that fits.
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