Production Lead - 1st Shift
Lubrizol IMEA, Franklin, WI, United States
Date: Apr 21, 2026
Location: Franklin, WI, 53132
Company: Lubrizol Corporation
Position Summary
As a
Production Lead
you’ll be at the forefront of our innovation, driving manufacturing solutions forward. You'll collaborate with a diverse group of passionate individuals to deliver sustainable solutions to advance mobility, improve wellbeing, and enhance modern life.
The Production Lead is primarily responsible for leading the department personnel in day to day activities such as scheduling and assigning duties to team members, making sure product moves through the department in a timely manner, monitoring quality, attendance, productivity and efficiencies. The Production Lead looks for process improvement ideas and uses 5S and continual improvement to reduce scrap, improve ergonomics and output. The Production Lead is responsible for maintaining up-to-date training records and matrix for all department team members. Additionally, responsible to attend the daily production meeting to report on safety, quality and production issues. Direct training personnel to areas that we need to train or be trained in and offer suggestions for process guide improvements.
In This Role, You Will
Schedule assembly department personnel to assigned tasks and jobs.
Verify subcomponents, issuing pick list to Assembling Operators, ordering material and scheduling set‑ups to ensure accurate and timely set‑ups.
Keep product flowing through the department and passing on to other department to maintain on‑time delivery.
Maintain up-to-date training records and matrix for all team members in the assembly department.
Monitor scrap/efficiency reports and communicate the results to assembly department personnel.
Attend daily production meeting to report on safety, quality and production concerns.
Complete team member evaluations and sit in on performance reviews.
Effectively communicate within the department as well with opposite shift leads and personnel.
Ensure the quality of the product meets the specifications listed on the router.
Understand and follow the SOPs pertaining to the specific area.
Understand and follow the Work Instructions pertaining to the specific area.
Perform updates to documentation and process guides through PCO process.
Observe and promote Company standards and policies on safety, quality and productivity.
Understand Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) in medical device and clean room environment.
Support and observe 5S and other lean manufacturing methodologies.
Restock supplies for next shift.
Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications That Enable Your Success
Successful completion of four years of high school, or equivalent.
Three or more months of experience, or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities.
Mechanical abilities (preferred).
Preferred Qualifications That Drive You Forward
Excellent (written and verbal) communication and effective human interaction skills.
Flexible to change and possess a high degree level of integrity and "can do attitude".
Willing to work in a team environment and contribute to group goals.
Able to convert units of measurement, add, subtract, multiply and divide.
Ability to receive and provide instructions in a positive manner.
Your Work Environment
At Lubrizol, we’re committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and empowering environment. Depending on your role, your work environment may include:
Standing, walking, or operating equipment for extended periods.
Working in a lab or manufacturing setting with appropriate PPE provided.
Use of computers and digital tools in an office or hybrid environment.
Occasional lifting or movement of materials.
Adherence to rigorous safety protocols and ergonomic standards.
The physical demand level for this job is considered light with occasional lifting 10‑25 pounds. Exposure to lifting more than 25 pounds is rare.
Benefits That Empower You
Competitive salary with performance‑based bonus plans
401(k) match + Age‑Weighted Defined Contribution
Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Paid holidays, vacation, and parental leave
Flexible work environment
Learning and development opportunities
Career and professional growth
Inclusive culture and vibrant community engagement
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Location: Franklin, WI, 53132
Company: Lubrizol Corporation
Position Summary
As a
Production Lead
you’ll be at the forefront of our innovation, driving manufacturing solutions forward. You'll collaborate with a diverse group of passionate individuals to deliver sustainable solutions to advance mobility, improve wellbeing, and enhance modern life.
The Production Lead is primarily responsible for leading the department personnel in day to day activities such as scheduling and assigning duties to team members, making sure product moves through the department in a timely manner, monitoring quality, attendance, productivity and efficiencies. The Production Lead looks for process improvement ideas and uses 5S and continual improvement to reduce scrap, improve ergonomics and output. The Production Lead is responsible for maintaining up-to-date training records and matrix for all department team members. Additionally, responsible to attend the daily production meeting to report on safety, quality and production issues. Direct training personnel to areas that we need to train or be trained in and offer suggestions for process guide improvements.
In This Role, You Will
Schedule assembly department personnel to assigned tasks and jobs.
Verify subcomponents, issuing pick list to Assembling Operators, ordering material and scheduling set‑ups to ensure accurate and timely set‑ups.
Keep product flowing through the department and passing on to other department to maintain on‑time delivery.
Maintain up-to-date training records and matrix for all team members in the assembly department.
Monitor scrap/efficiency reports and communicate the results to assembly department personnel.
Attend daily production meeting to report on safety, quality and production concerns.
Complete team member evaluations and sit in on performance reviews.
Effectively communicate within the department as well with opposite shift leads and personnel.
Ensure the quality of the product meets the specifications listed on the router.
Understand and follow the SOPs pertaining to the specific area.
Understand and follow the Work Instructions pertaining to the specific area.
Perform updates to documentation and process guides through PCO process.
Observe and promote Company standards and policies on safety, quality and productivity.
Understand Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) in medical device and clean room environment.
Support and observe 5S and other lean manufacturing methodologies.
Restock supplies for next shift.
Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications That Enable Your Success
Successful completion of four years of high school, or equivalent.
Three or more months of experience, or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities.
Mechanical abilities (preferred).
Preferred Qualifications That Drive You Forward
Excellent (written and verbal) communication and effective human interaction skills.
Flexible to change and possess a high degree level of integrity and "can do attitude".
Willing to work in a team environment and contribute to group goals.
Able to convert units of measurement, add, subtract, multiply and divide.
Ability to receive and provide instructions in a positive manner.
Your Work Environment
At Lubrizol, we’re committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and empowering environment. Depending on your role, your work environment may include:
Standing, walking, or operating equipment for extended periods.
Working in a lab or manufacturing setting with appropriate PPE provided.
Use of computers and digital tools in an office or hybrid environment.
Occasional lifting or movement of materials.
Adherence to rigorous safety protocols and ergonomic standards.
The physical demand level for this job is considered light with occasional lifting 10‑25 pounds. Exposure to lifting more than 25 pounds is rare.
Benefits That Empower You
Competitive salary with performance‑based bonus plans
401(k) match + Age‑Weighted Defined Contribution
Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Paid holidays, vacation, and parental leave
Flexible work environment
Learning and development opportunities
Career and professional growth
Inclusive culture and vibrant community engagement
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