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Skilled - Production Lead

Arnold, MO 63010

Posted: 07/03/2026 Job Number: 810754 Pay Rate: 25.00 Industry: Agriculture

Job Description

Position Title: Production Lead

Wage: $25.00/hour

Shift: 1st

Hours: 6:00am - 4:30pm (Monday - Thursday)

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QPS Employment Group has a great opportunity available for a Production Lead at a company in Arnold, MO. This is a potential to hire position for 1st shift. Apply now!

Production Lead Responsibilities:
- Coordinate and monitor production, product quality, equipment, safety and overall manufacturing performance
- Manage department related activities including hiring, evaluating performance and discipline. Conduct new employee orientation and training
- Implement and provide oversight on safety and quality policies and procedures
- Recommend improvements in manufacturing methods to Project Managers and Plant Manager
- Monitor production schedules to ensure shipments are made on time
- Actively participate in weekly production meetings and daily huddles
- Monitor inventory and shop supplies to ensure accuracy.
- Enter purchasing requisitions in Epicor for equipment maintenance and supplies
- Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient department layout
- Effectively communicate relevant information in a timely manner to other areas of the organization including sales, purchasing and plant management
- Inspect all work-in-process and finished goods against company quality standards (drawings, job travelers, specifications, work instructions, etc.)
- Monitor, track, and report on key performance indicators

Requirements for Production Lead:
- High school diploma, associate degree preferred
- Background in forklift/overhead crane operation, reading blueprints and use of measurement/analytical tools
- General knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices and Workplace Safety
- 2-5 years of relevant industrial/manufacturing experience
- Knowledge in Excel, Word or equivalent
- Knowledge of ERP systems, preferably Epicor
- Ability to communicate effectively with customers, suppliers, and all levels of the organization
- Conflict management/resolution skills
- Ability to work autonomously and self-starter
- Good organizational skills

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QPS Employment Group is a full-service staffing firm comprised of dedicated and passionate people with over 50 offices throughout the United States. We place great people with great companies in industrial, skilled trades, administrative, manufacturing, general labor and professional employment. Hiring immediately!
 
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- Access to sought-after positions with leading employers
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