Production Lead
Company: Robert Half
Location: Glendale Heights
Posted on: January 21, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description The Second Shift Production
Manager will lead all production activities during the
afternoon/evening shift, ensuring safe, efficient, and high?quality
manufacturing. This role requires a hands?on leader who thrives in
a fast?paced environment and can motivate teams while maintaining
operational discipline. Key Responsibilities: Lead daily production
operations to meet output, quality, and safety targets Supervise
and develop production staff including operators, line leads, and
material handlers Coordinate with QC, R& D, and Planning to ensure
smooth batch execution and timely order fulfillment Monitor
equipment performance and escalate maintenance needs to minimize
downtime Enforce GMP, safety, and compliance standards across all
production activities Review batch records and production
documentation for accuracy and completeness Drive continuous
improvement initiatives focused on throughput, waste reduction, and
workflow optimization Support training programs for new hires and
cross?training efforts Maintain shift reports and KPIs to
communicate performance to senior leadership 3–5 years of
production leadership experience in manufacturing; fragrance,
cosmetics, or chemical processing preferred Strong understanding of
GMP and safety protocols Experience managing teams in a fast?paced
environment Ability to troubleshoot production issues and make
quick, informed decisions Excellent communication and
organizational skills Comfort working with batch records, SOPs, and
ERP systems
Keywords: Robert Half, Skokie , Production Lead, Manufacturing , Glendale Heights, Illinois
