Production Line Lead Job at Hunter Recruitment Advisors, Cochran, GA

  • Hunter Recruitment Advisors
  • Cochran, GA

Job Description

Production Line Lead 

Location: Cochran, GA 
Compensation: $21-$25/hour + Incentive Bonus 
Schedule: Full-Time | Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM-3:30 PM + Overtime 
Growth Opportunity : Path to Production Supervisor 
About the Role 

Gilmer is seeking a Production Line Lead to oversee daily production operations at our flagship Cochran facility. This hands-on leadership role manages a team of approximately 15-25 employees while ensuring safety, quality, productivity, inventory accuracy, and customer requirements are met. 

We're looking for someone who leads by example, communicates effectively, and takes pride in developing people and driving results. Attitude, accountability, and culture fit are just as important as experience. 

Why Join Gilmer? 

✅ Competitive Pay: $21-$25/hour 

✅ Incentive Bonus Program 

✅ Consistent Full-Time Schedule 

✅ Family-Owned Company with Nearly 40 Years of Success 

✅ Advancement & Leadership Development Opportunities 

✅ Stable Manufacturing Environment 

✅ Team-Oriented Culture 

What You'll Do 

• Lead and support a production team of 15-25 employees 

• Assign workstations and manage daily staffing needs 

• Monitor line performance, productivity, and quality standards 

• Ensure products are packaged, labeled, assembled, and palletized according to customer specifications 

• Conduct pre-shift meetings and communicate production goals 

• Train, coach, and develop team members 

• Complete production documentation and quality records 

• Identify and escalate production, equipment, inventory, or quality issues 

• Assist with line setups, changeovers, and startup activities 

• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment 

• Drive accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement 

• Conduct daily inventory reconciliation for finished goods and in process materials

What We're Looking For 

• High School Diploma or GED 

• 2+ years of manufacturing, production, warehouse, packaging, co-packing, or industrial operations experience 

• Leadership, Team Lead, or supervisory experience preferred 

• Strong communication and problem-solving skills 

• Ability to motivate, train, and lead employees 

• Basic computer skills 

• Experience with safety, quality, and production standards 

• Thrive with attention to detail

Physical Requirements 

• Stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift 

• Frequently bend, reach, push, pull, and lift up to 30 lbs. 

• Work around conveyors, forklifts, and production equipment 

• Maintain compliance with safety and quality standards 

Ideal Candidate Traits 

⭐ Positive attitude 

⭐ Strong work ethic 

⭐ Dependable and accountable 

⭐ Leads by example 

⭐ Thrives in a fast-paced environment 

⭐ Wants to build a long-term career with growth potential 

Apply Today 

Ready to take the next step in your manufacturing leadership career? Join Gilmer's Cochran team and help drive performance, quality, and success while building your future with a growing company.

Gilmer Warehouse & Logistics is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Tags

Full time, Monday to Friday, Shift work

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