Testing/Production Team Lead

Job Title: Team Leader

We are seeking a dedicated Production Team Leader / Supervisor to oversee and optimize production operations. This role involves managing a team of approximately 10 mechanical and electrical technicians, ensuring smooth workflows, timely deliveries, and adherence to quality standards. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in electromechanical assemblies and a proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise technicians, providing direction, support, and performance feedback.
• Identify bottlenecks and production flow issues; implement solutions to maintain efficiency and meet deadlines.
• Reorganize team assignments frequently to address urgent tasks and keep production on track.
• Perform basic quality assurance checks and testing to identify issues early and ensure product integrity.
• Diagnose assembly or sub-assembly problems to keep operations moving.
• Recommend and implement strategies to improve productivity and reduce downtime.

Essential Skills

• Supervision and strong communication skills.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to diagnose bottlenecks and expedite operations.
• Strong interpersonal skills and confidence in decision-making.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment under pressure and strict deadlines.
• 3 years of previous team lead or supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 3 years of hands-on experience with assemblies, sub-assemblies, or testing, ideally involving electromechanical products with motors, mechanisms, or moving parts.

Work Environment

The role primarily involves spending time on the production floor, interacting with technicians and identifying areas of prioritization. The work environment is dynamic, with a focus on maintaining production flow under pressure and strict deadlines.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cleveland, OH.

The pay range for this position is $29.00 - $33.65/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Cleveland,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 10, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $29 - $34