Job Summary
The Production Lead is responsible for overseeing daily manufacturing operations, ensuring production goals are met in alignment with quality, safety, and efficiency standards. This role acts as the first line of leadership for production staff, coordinating workflow, resolving issues, and communicating updates to supervisors or managers. The Production Lead works hands on alongside the team while also providing direction, training, and support to maintain a productive, safe, and positive work environment.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate daily activities across production lines or work areas.
- Assign tasks to production staff to meet schedules and customer demands.
- Monitor employee performance, provide coaching, and ensure adherence to SOP and safety protocols.
- Perform in-process inspections to verify product quality and compliance.
- Troubleshoot production and equipment issues, escalating as needed.
- Maintain accurate production reports, logs, and shift documentation.
- Partner with supervisors and management to meet output, quality, and efficiency goals.
- Ensure a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Skills & Abilities
- Strong leadership, coaching, and team-building skills.
- Solid technical knowledge of production processes, equipment, and quality standards.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills under pressure.
- Effective verbal and written communication abilities.
- Strong attention to detail with commitment to quality and safety.
Education & Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- 4–6 years of experience in a production/manufacturing environment.
- Minimum 1–2 years in a lead, trainer, or supervisory role, preferred.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the facility for extended periods of time.
- Must be able to lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs. independently and heavier loads with assistance.
- Tolerance for exposure to varying temperatures, dust, noise, and manufacturing environments.
Meridian Adhesives Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law. We maintain a drug-free workplace and comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.
Information & Compensation & Benefits
Location: Pompano
Schedule: 1st/2nd Shift 0:00 am/pm-0:00 am/pm M-TH/F
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
- Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Account Plans
- Retirement Plan with company contributions
- Generous Paid Time Off plan increasing based on seniority
- 11 Company Paid Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Company Paid Short Term Disability
- Generous Employee Referral Bonus Program
- Annual Paid Volunteer Day
- Employee Assistance Program
Why Join US
Meridian is a leading name in the adhesives industry, renowned for delivering innovative solutions and exceptional service to clients worldwide. Guided by our core values - Safety & Sustainability, Respect, Integrity, Accountability, and Teamwork - we are driven to make a meaningful impact in everything we do. When you join Meridian, you become part of a dynamic team that values diverse perspectives, fosters professional growth, and encourages bold ideas. We’re committed to creating a supportive environment where you can thrive, grow, contribute to groundbreaking projects, and help shape the future of our industry.
Check out our website!
https://meridianadhesives.com/careers/
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What We Do
Meridian Adhesives Group is a full-service, global adhesive solution provider. Through the science of innovation, we deliver purposeful, high-impact products and bonding solutions that make possible the goals of our customers.
