Simpson Strong-Tie is a leader in engineered structural connectors, software, and solutions for the building industry. We maintain a reputation as a trusted manufacturer, partner, and corporate citizen committed to our customers and employees.
Our founder, Barc Simpson established 9 Principles of Business we live out as company values and have made Simpson Strong-Tie an inspiring place to work since 1956. Our team of talented people are dedicated to our shared mission: to provide solutions that help people design and build safer, stronger structures.
Learn about our company culture directly from our team.
YOU
As a Production Lead, you will guide and support employees on the production floor to ensure safe work practices, high-quality output, and efficient completion of customer orders. You’ll coordinate workflow, train team members, maintain production standards, and help drive continuous improvement across the Shear Brace Department.
You will also support production flow by assisting with material handling, inventory accuracy, troubleshooting equipment, and communication between departments. You’ll help ensure work orders are completed according to drawings, schedules, and quality standards while maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING
Workflow Coordination & Production Execution (40%)
Coordinate workflow by reviewing work orders, drawings, schedules, and material needs. Ensure tasks are completed accurately and on time. Assist with changeovers, stage materials, support production flow, and post production for steel wall, and wood wall.
Leadership & Daily Direction (30%)
Lead and support production employees by assigning work, communicating instructions, and directing daily tasks. Provide on‑the‑job training, coach associates, and model safe, efficient work practices.
Quality, Documentation & Communication (10%)
Verify production quality and accuracy of work orders and components. Support scanning and documentation. Communicate with Supervisors, Associates, Sales, and Shipping/Receiving. Maintain KPI boards, recap sheets, and lead Tier 1 meetings.
Inventory, Materials & Equipment Support (10%)
Maintain inventory accuracy through stock checks, physical counts, and posting production. Create work orders and back orders. Assist Material Handlers and perform basic troubleshooting on machinery and tools; coordinate with Maintenance as needed.
Safety, Organization & Continuous Improvement (10%)
Maintain clean, organized work areas and uphold safety and LEAN standards. Identify opportunities to improve processes, materials, equipment, and workflow. Promote safe work practices and communicate safety concerns.
DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
If you can do everything listed above, you’ve got what it takes. Perhaps some of the following would be helpful too:
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2–3 years of experience in a leadership or lead role
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Ability to read production drawings and apply arithmetic and measurement skills
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Knowledge of machines and tools, including operation, maintenance, and repair
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Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, work independently, and manage time effectively
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Strong communication skills and ability to work cross‑functionally with other departments
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Basic computer skills including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and SAP
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Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 lbs
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Ability to perform frequent physical activities including standing, walking, bending, kneeling, squatting, twisting, reaching, and repetitive hand motions
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Forklift certification (or ability to obtain)
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Willingness to work overtime based on business needs
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, see, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit. This role operates large equipment while standing for approximately 8-12 hours, regularly twisting and bending in a repetitive motion. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may frequently lift, carry, push and pull materials and objects weighing up to 50 pounds, and heavier weights with proper equipment.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The job may risk exposure to heat and/or cold, loud noise levels, vibration, and moving mechanical parts.
TRAVEL
This job does not require travel.
WORK STATUS & LOCATION
This full-time, non-exempt, position is located in Stockton, CA. It is not eligible for remote work. This is a Swing shift (3:45pm - 12:15am).
RELOCATION
Relocation is not available for this position.
PAY
$20.00 / hour
REWARDS AT SIMPSON STRONG-TIE
We recognize and reward employees with a carefully designed and comprehensive rewards package, including competitive compensation, quarterly bonuses or commission and first-rate benefits. May exclude some positions, such as seasonal jobs.
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Quarterly Bonuses/Commission: You will be eligible for either a bonus or commission, paid on a quarterly basis. We believe all employees affect customers, sales and revenue — directly or indirectly – and should be rewarded by sharing the company profits.
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Benefits: We provide a wide range of benefits for eligible full-time employees including: medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, employee stock purchase and bonus plans, pay for holidays, vacation, sick days, funerals and jury duty, years of service awards, employee discounts, employee referral bonuses, charitable contribution matching, education reimbursement and more. View benefit plan details here: https://benefits.strongtie.com/.
In keeping with our values and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our communities, we are an equal opportunity employer. This means that our employment decisions are based on your qualifications and merit, and our business needs.
Please note all job offers are contingent upon a successful drug screen and criminal background check, in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws.
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Company: Simpson Strong-Tie Company Inc.
