Production Operations Lead

With a purpose to make tomorrow a little bit better than today for each other, our customers, and our communities, Ascentek provides an environment where you can love what you do and be your best every day. 

What you will enjoy by being a part of a 2025 USA Great Place to Work certified company:

A position that is: Hourly, Full time (Second Shift), Monday-Thursday 2:45 pm - 1:15 am

• Medical Plan options, including fertility coverage and free mental health and telehealth coverage
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• FSA/HSA options
• Paid parental leave
• Company-provided short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance
• Supplemental Insurances, including accident, critical illness, hospital, and supplemental life insurance
• 401(k) with a generous company match
• Pet Insurance Benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• 21 Paid Days Off
• 7 Paid Holidays
• Dress For Your Day (casual dress environment)
• Paid comprehensive on-the-job training
• Company phone provided
• Company computer provided
• Career advancement opportunities
  
  

The Operations Lead plays a key role in supporting day-to-day operational success by guiding teammates, coordinating workflow and ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently and with a focus on quality. This role helps translate daily operational plans into action by organizing work, removing barriers and supporting teammates across production, blending, packaging or warehouse environments. The Operations Lead partners closely with supervisors and cross-functional teams to meet customer expectations while reinforcing a culture grounded in Our Values. Success in this role comes from building strong relationships, maintaining a safety-first mindset and driving continuous improvement. The Operations Lead also serves as a mentor and resource for teammates, helping develop skills, share knowledge and foster a collaborative team environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES And RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead daily operational activities within assigned production, blending, packaging or warehouse areas
• Coordinate workflow, staffing and resources to meet operational and customer demand
• Provide day-to-day coaching, guidance and support to teammates while fostering a positive team environment
• Monitor safety practices and ensure all work is completed in compliance with EHSS requirements and company policies
• Promote and reinforce a strong safety culture by identifying hazards, addressing risks and encouraging teammates to speak up
• Support quality standards by ensuring procedures, work instructions and specifications are followed
• Assist with troubleshooting operational challenges including equipment issues, workflow disruptions or material shortages
• Communicate operational priorities, updates and performance metrics with teammates and leadership
• Partner with supervisors to support onboarding, training and development of new teammates
• Track and report operational performance metrics such as productivity, quality and efficiency
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, workflows and team effectiveness
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and participate in operational improvement projects
• Maintain organized, clean and audit-ready work environments in accordance with safety and operational standards
• Assist with inventory coordination, material flow or order fulfillment depending on operational area
• Step in to support operational tasks or production work when needed to maintain workflow
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including maintenance, quality, logistics and planning to resolve issues and improve operations
  
  

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience/Training

• 3 years of experience in manufacturing, production, warehouse or distribution operations
• Experience coordinating daily work activities or providing informal leadership within an operational team
  
  

Licenses/Certificates

• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification within required timeframe depending on site operations
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Strong understanding of operational workflows within manufacturing, production or warehouse environments
• Ability to lead and influence teammates through clear communication and collaboration
• Commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement
• Ability to prioritize tasks and adapt to changing operational needs
• Basic computer proficiency including Microsoft Office and operational systems such as ERP or inventory systems
• Ability to read and interpret work instructions, safety documents and operational procedures
• Previous experience in a lead, group lead or shift lead role within operations
• Experience working with ERP systems such as JD Edwards
• Knowledge of Lean, 5S or continuous improvement practices
• Experience training or mentoring teammates in operational environments
• Experience working in chemical manufacturing, blending, packaging or regulated warehouse environment
  
  

Physical, Mental, Environmental Demands

• Frequent standing, walking and movement throughout operational work areas
• Ability to lift and move materials up to 50 pounds with occasional heavier lifting depending on site operations
• Work performed in warehouse, manufacturing or production environments with exposure to moving equipment, noise and varying temperatures
• Use of personal protective equipment including safety glasses, gloves and steel-toe footwear as required
• Ability to remain alert and maintain safety awareness in a fast-paced operational environment
  
  

Role

The anticipated hiring range for the role you are applying for is between $28 and $30 hourly. This anticipated hiring range is based on several factors, and subject to increase based on the below:

• Experience and qualifications: The depth of relevant experience and specific skills you bring to the position.
• Education and certifications: Any additional qualifications that enhance your ability to succeed in the role.
• Market and industry benchmarks: We compare compensation packages with industry standards to ensure we are competitive.
• Internal equity: We strive to maintain pay equity across the organization to ensure fairness for all teammates performing similar work.
  
  

At Ascentek, we are committed to providing accurate and up-to-date information about our career opportunities. For the most accurate job descriptions, salary details, and benefit information, we encourage you to visit our official careers page at https://www.ascentek.com/careers/.

Ascentek is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants including women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.