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Lead a Team. Develop People. Make an Impact.
Are you a hands-on leader who enjoys developing people, solving problems, and driving results? KAM Plastics Corp is looking for a motivated and experienced 3rd Shift Production Team Leader to join our manufacturing team!
At KAM Plastics, we believe great leadership is about more than meeting production numbers. It's about building strong teams, creating a positive work environment, and helping employees reach their full potential. As a Team Leader, you'll play a key role in ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production while coaching and supporting your team.
What You'll Do
Lead & Develop Your Team
- Lead, coach, motivate, and develop production employees.
- Create a positive, accountable, and team-oriented work environment.
- Provide ongoing feedback, training, and performance evaluations.
- Encourage employee engagement, ownership, and continuous improvement.
- Lead by example while demonstrating KAM's core values.
Drive Production Performance
- Oversee daily production activities to meet quality, safety, and delivery expectations.
- Coordinate work assignments and ensure production schedules are achieved.
- Monitor production performance and respond proactively to challenges.
- Maintain high standards for safety, housekeeping, and operational efficiency.
- Work collaboratively with other departments to keep production running smoothly.
Solve Problems & Improve Processes
- Identify opportunities to improve quality, productivity, and efficiency.
- Support troubleshooting and resolution of production and inventory issues.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
- Help develop solutions that prevent recurring problems and improve overall performance.
What We're Looking For
- 2+ years in a manufacturing or production environment.
- Experience in plastic injection molding.
- Strong communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to motivate employees while maintaining accountability.
- A hands-on, team-oriented leadership approach.
- Commitment to workplace safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
- A genuine interest in developing people and building a successful team.
- College degree is a plus but not required.
Why Join KAM Plastics?
KAM Plastics is an established, employee-owned plastic injection molding manufacturer located in Holland, Michigan. We take pride in our people, our products, and the partnerships we've built.
As an employee-owned company, we believe everyone has a stake in our success!
What makes KAM a great place to work?
- Employee Ownership (ESOP) – Be part of a company where employees share in its success.
- Climate-Controlled Manufacturing Facility – Work in a comfortable production environment.
- Team-Oriented Culture – Work alongside people who value partnership, service, integrity, and work-life balance.
- Opportunities for Growth – Develop your leadership skills and make a meaningful impact.
- Established Manufacturing Company – Join a team committed to quality, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Ready to Lead?
If you're a manufacturing leader who takes pride in developing people, delivering results, and making a difference,we'd love to hear from you!
Apply today and become part of the KAM Plastics team!
Lead a Team. Develop People. Make an Impact.
Are you a hands-on leader who enjoys developing people, solving problems, and driving results? KAM Plastics Corp is looking for a motivated and experienced 3rd Shift Production Team Leader to join our manufacturing team!
At KAM Plastics, we believe great leadership is about more than meeting production numbers. It's about building strong teams, creating a positive work environment, and helping employees reach their full potential. As a Team Leader, you'll play a key role in ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production while coaching and supporting your team.
What You'll Do
Lead & Develop Your Team
- Lead, coach, motivate, and develop production employees.
- Create a positive, accountable, and team-oriented work environment.
- Provide ongoing feedback, training, and performance evaluations.
- Encourage employee engagement, ownership, and continuous improvement.
- Lead by example while demonstrating KAM's core values.
Drive Production Performance
- Oversee daily production activities to meet quality, safety, and delivery expectations.
- Coordinate work assignments and ensure production schedules are achieved.
- Monitor production performance and respond proactively to challenges.
- Maintain high standards for safety, housekeeping, and operational efficiency.
- Work collaboratively with other departments to keep production running smoothly.
Solve Problems & Improve Processes
- Identify opportunities to improve quality, productivity, and efficiency.
- Support troubleshooting and resolution of production and inventory issues.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
- Help develop solutions that prevent recurring problems and improve overall performance.
What We're Looking For
- 2+ years in a manufacturing or production environment.
- Experience in plastic injection molding.
- Strong communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to motivate employees while maintaining accountability.
- A hands-on, team-oriented leadership approach.
- Commitment to workplace safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
- A genuine interest in developing people and building a successful team.
- College degree is a plus but not required.
Why Join KAM Plastics?
KAM Plastics is an established, employee-owned plastic injection molding manufacturer located in Holland, Michigan. We take pride in our people, our products, and the partnerships we've built.
As an employee-owned company, we believe everyone has a stake in our success!
What makes KAM a great place to work?
- Employee Ownership (ESOP) – Be part of a company where employees share in its success.
- Climate-Controlled Manufacturing Facility – Work in a comfortable production environment.
- Team-Oriented Culture – Work alongside people who value partnership, service, integrity, and work-life balance.
- Opportunities for Growth – Develop your leadership skills and make a meaningful impact.
- Established Manufacturing Company – Join a team committed to quality, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Ready to Lead?
If you're a manufacturing leader who takes pride in developing people, delivering results, and making a difference,we'd love to hear from you!
Apply today and become part of the KAM Plastics team!
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Who's Hiring
- Cintas241
- Vestis209
- Meta177
- Tesla145
- CARVANA112
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing225
- Chemicals & Materials112
- Automotive80
- Electronics & Hardware80
- Food & Beverage64
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in production technologist jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in petroleum engineering, chemical engineering, or a related technical field
- Hands-on experience with production data software and wellsite monitoring systems
- Proficiency in production optimization techniques including artificial lift and flow assurance
- Ability to interpret production logs, pressure transient data, and decline curve analysis
- Experience coordinating with field operations, drilling, and reservoir engineering teams
- Familiarity with regulatory compliance, HSE standards, and production reporting requirements
Tips for Your Production Technologist Job Search
Tailor your resume to the production stack
Hiring managers scan for specific tools and workflows, so list the exact software and equipment you have used, whether that is nodal analysis tools, SCADA systems, or decline curve software. Generic 'technical skills' sections get filtered out quickly.
Quantify your process improvement outcomes
Production technologist roles reward measurable impact, so describe what changed under your watch: uptime improvements, cost reductions, or throughput gains. Vague claims about 'supporting operations' are far weaker than concrete before-and-after results.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists production technologist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by field and asset type
Job titles vary significantly, so search for the asset type you know best, such as unconventional, offshore, or midstream, alongside the role title. A posting for a 'wellsite technologist' or 'production engineer technician' may be a perfect fit.
Prepare for scenario-based technical interviews
Interviewers frequently present a production problem, like a sudden rate decline or a water cut increase, and ask how you would diagnose and respond. Practice walking through your diagnostic logic step by step, naming the data sources and tools you would pull first.
Negotiate by scoping the operational complexity
When discussing compensation, anchor your ask to the number of wells, fields, or systems you will be responsible for. Roles managing higher-complexity assets command stronger offers, so make the scope of responsibility explicit before any number is exchanged.
Production Technologist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most production technologists?
Cintas, Vestis, and Meta are hiring the most production technologists right now, with openings concentrated in Texas, California, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Activity tends to track closely with commodity prices and capital expenditure cycles across the industry.
How many production technologist jobs are remote?
About 14% of production technologist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most roles in this field. Data analysis, production reporting, and reservoir modeling functions are the sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements, while wellsite and field-facing positions are almost always on-site.
How do you become a production technologist?
Start with a technical degree in petroleum, chemical, or mechanical engineering, then build foundational knowledge in production systems through coursework or internships. Gain hands-on exposure to wellsite operations, production data platforms, and optimization workflows early in your career. Many practitioners also pursue certifications in artificial lift systems or production chemistry to sharpen their specialization and stand out to hiring teams.
How do you get hired as a production technologist with little experience?
Focus on roles with 'technician' or 'junior technologist' in the title, which typically require less field tenure than senior positions. Highlight any exposure to production software, field data collection, or engineering support work from internships, co-ops, or academic projects. Demonstrating familiarity with decline curve analysis or wellsite safety protocols in your resume signals readiness even without years of full-time experience.
What does the production technologist interview process look like?
The process typically includes an initial screening call focused on your technical background, followed by one or two rounds of interviews with the production or engineering team. Expect scenario-based questions where you walk through how you would diagnose a production issue or optimize an underperforming well. Some employers add a practical component, such as interpreting a production data set or reviewing a sample wellsite report, before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to production technologist jobs?
You can find and apply to production technologist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level and specialization, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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