Staffmark ·Jackson, Tennessee ·Full-time ·2026-06-01 Now hiring Shift Team Lead | Direct Hire
Location: Jackson, TN
You Know the Drill: People, Process, Product, Profit.
Not all jobs let you lead like a pro. But this one? It’s built for a Shift Team Lead who knows how to run the floor, own the pace, and keep a crew firing on all cylinders. If you’re the one everyone turns to when things need fixing fast and done right, keep reading. This gig’s got your name all over it.
What It Takes to Lead the Crew:
• High school diploma or GED, or equivalent combination of education and manufacturing experience
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to guide and support a team
• Good problem-solving skills and ability to address issues quickly and effectively
• Basic computer skills (data entry, reporting, production tracking systems) preferred
• Ability to read, interpret, and follow written and verbal instructions, safety rules, and procedures
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to write reports and speak effectively in team settings
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, ratios, percentages)
• Ability to stand, walk, and perform physically active work for extended periods
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs., as needed
• Willingness to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, moving equipment, and varying conditions
• Forklift experience a plus
How You’ll Lead the Crew:
• Ensure all work areas are safe and that associates are following safety procedures at all times
• Oversee the shift in the absence of the Supervisor and support daily production activities
• Assign team members to specific work areas to maximize productivity
• Ensure work is performed according to manufacturing and quality procedures
• Monitor production flow and ensure schedule requirements are being met
• Track and ensure accurate reporting of scrap, downtime, and production data
• Verify all work orders are picked, scanned, and production reports are completed at the end of each shift
• Ensure supplies and components are properly requisitioned to avoid workflow interruptions
• Oversee inspection of final assemblies and ensure proper documentation is completed
• Maintain and update Gemba boards and other visual management tools
• Ensure all associates are trained on required operations within the department
• Lead or support daily toolbox talks and team meetings as needed
• Communicate with other shift leaders to address production, quality, or safety concerns
• Identify and support resolution of quality issues, process improvements, and scrap reduction efforts
• Ensure non-conforming materials are properly identified and handled
• Coordinate 5S and housekeeping efforts to maintain an organized work environment
• Submit maintenance requests to support safe and efficient operations
• Report safety, quality, production, or personnel issues to the appropriate supervisor or manager
• Assist other departments as needed, including forklift operations when required
Quick Placement. Long-Term Win.
“Employees are very professional, friendly, and job placement is fast and easy. I was given an assignment where I worked for six months and was hired by this great institution. Thank you Staffmark!” -Staffmark Associate.
Join a Team That Works for You
At Staffmark, we’re more than just a staffing company—we’re your career partner. As part of RGF Staffing and Recruit Group, an HR powerhouse behind big names like Indeed and Glassdoor, we’ve got the muscle and the know-how to get you where you want to go.
With more than half a century of experience and a track record of putting hundreds of thousands of people to work every year, we’ve got your back. Whether you’re looking to level up, switch gears, or just get to work fast, we make it happen.
Join us and experience the advantage of working with a trusted name in recruiting—because your success is our success.