Production Lead (Evaluation Hire)
Arlington, WA | Full-Time | Day Shift
Express Employment Professionals of Everett is hiring a Production Lead for a growing pet treats manufacturing and packaging facility in Arlington, WA. This is an evaluation-to-hire opportunity ideal for someone who thrives in a hands-on leadership role within a fast-paced production environment.
The Production Lead is a working supervisor position responsible for supporting daily production operations while leading a small team. This role plays a key part in driving productivity, maintaining quality standards, and ensuring efficient workflow across processing, packaging, and shipping functions.
Pay & Schedule
- Pay: $22-$24 depending on experience
- Schedule: Full-time, day shift (hours may vary based on production needs)
Primary Duties – Production & Leadership
- Lead daily production activities including processing, packaging, and shipping of pet treat products
- Work directly on the production line to ensure output and efficiency goals are met
- Supervise a small team (approximately 4–8 employees) and assign daily tasks
- Maintain workflow and ensure production targets are achieved safely and efficiently
- Train new employees on production processes, safety procedures, and quality standards
- Monitor product quality through inspections and consistency checks
- Coordinate with management on production schedules, materials, and inventory levels
- Troubleshoot production issues and recommend process improvements
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe production environment
Quality & Compliance
- Ensure adherence to food safety and sanitation standards
- Follow GMP and HACCP guidelines (preferred experience)
- Maintain consistency and quality across all products
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift 40–50 lbs.
- Ability to stand and remain active for extended periods
- Comfortable performing repetitive production tasks
Qualifications
- 2+ years of experience in manufacturing, food production, or warehouse operations
- Previous leadership or team lead experience preferred
- Strong work ethic with a hands-on approach to supervision
- Understanding of production workflow, safety, and quality control
- Strong communication and team coordination skills
- Experience in food-grade or pet food production is a plus
Key Qualities
- Natural leadership ability with a team-first mindset
- Organized and proactive in managing workflow
- Strong attention to detail and product quality
- Problem-solving mindset with a focus on continuous improvement
- Reliable, punctual, and accountable
Licensing & Compliance
- Must meet pre-employment screening requirements
Please note: You must have at least six months of recent work experience and be able to provide two professional references to qualify for placement through our office.
We are an E-Verify employer.
How to Apply
We offer several ways to apply:
- Apply online: www.expresspros.com/apply
- Email your resume to: Jobs.EverettWA@expresspros.com
(Include the job title in the subject line)
- Download the ExpressJobs app to stay up to date on our latest opportunities
Benefits of Working with Express
- Medical benefits
- Holiday pay
- Optional 401(k)
- Training opportunities
- And more
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