Production Team Leader
782 Gallimore Dairy Road #1 High Point, NC 27265 US
Job Description
Build the Team. Shape the Culture. Grow With a Global Manufacturer.
Our client is a family-owned company with over 100 years of experience designing and manufacturing innovative hand protection for virtually every major workplace hazard. Their mission is simple: to innovate to ensure workers are protected with comfortable PPE they actually want to wear.
From humble beginnings in Acton, Canada, they have grown into a global industry leader, with manufacturing and distribution locations across Ontario, Newfoundland, Alberta, Quebec, Honduras, New York, Louisiana, North Carolina, and Mexico.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a hands-on, people-focused Production Team Leader to support operations at their High Point, NC facility. This is an exciting opportunity for a strong leader who enjoys coaching teams, building processes, and driving continuous improvement—especially within a start-up manufacturing environment.
What You’ll Do
Leadership & Production
- Lead by example as a working Team Leader, actively participating alongside Production Associates
- Serve as backup support for Operators as needed
- Manage daily production workflows, including chemical batching and troubleshooting
- Coordinate with team members to meet production goals and customer commitments
- Recruit, onboard, train, and support employees throughout their full lifecycle
- Coach and motivate production staff, fostering engagement, accountability, and teamwork
- Promote a strong culture of safety, quality, and respect
- Support performance management, scheduling, and payroll administration
- Ensure safety, quality, and housekeeping standards are met or exceeded
- Champion continuous improvement initiatives and track KPIs
- Identify improvement opportunities and support implementation
- Maintain strong communication with leadership on performance, quality, and operational needs
Qualifications
- Diploma or Degree in Chemical Engineering Technology or related field
(Polymer technology/engineering is a strong asset) - Post-secondary education in manufacturing, logistics, or related discipline, or equivalent experience
- 3+ years of leadership experience in manufacturing or distribution environments
- Strong coaching, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Mechanical aptitude with familiarity operating production equipment
- Comfortable using handheld scanners and intermediate computer applications
- Forklift license and warehouse equipment training preferred
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks including bending, pushing, and extended walking
- Be part of a century-old family-owned company with a start-up mindset
- Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k)
- Employee Recognition Program with exciting rewards
- Opportunities to participate in community involvement and company events
- A culture built on innovation, learning, and continuous improvement
- A workplace where every voice is heard and valued
If you’re a passionate manufacturing leader who thrives in hands-on environments and wants to help build something meaningful from the ground up, we’d love to hear from you. Email your resume to Lisa Wright at lwright@theresource.com.




