Production Shift Lead - 2nd Shift at AGS Company Automotive Solutions LLC – Muskegon Heights, Michigan

AGS Company Automotive Solutions is a trusted leader in the automotive aftermarket, proudly serving customers for more than 95 years. With a reputation for quality, reliability, and innovation, AGS provides a wide range of products including brake, fuel, transmission, and specialty lines that keep vehicles on the road and performing at their best.

Headquartered in Muskegon, Michigan, AGS is committed to operational excellence and continuous improvement across manufacturing, distribution, and customer service. Our people are the foundation of our success, and we foster a culture guided by our core values: Give, Respect, Act, Innovate, and Lead. These values shape how we work, collaborate, and grow together as a team.

By combining strong Midwestern roots with forward-thinking innovation, AGS continues to expand its reach across global markets, driving progress and delivering solutions that customers can trust.

The Production Shift Lead is a working leadership role responsible for coordinating daily production activities while actively participating in production operations. This role ensures that production goals, quality standards, safety expectations, and staffing plans are executed effectively during each shift.

The Production Shift Lead serves as the primary operational leader on the production floor during their shift. This individual leads by example, supports team members, communicates priorities, and ensures work is completed efficiently and safely.

This role requires strong leadership, accountability, and the ability to balance hands-on production work with team coordination.

At AGS Company Automotive Solutions, we are driven by our core values of Give, Respect, Act, Innovate, and Lead. These values guide our actions and shape our culture into one that fosters collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Company Values:
​​Give: "Share Generously" - We commit to generosity in every action, sharing our time, knowledge, and resources to foster a collaborative and supportive environment.

Respect: "Value Every Voice" - We uphold a culture of respect, where every voice is valued and diversity is celebrated, ensuring a welcoming and inclusive environment.

Act: "Act with Integrity" - We take decisive action, guided by integrity and responsibility, to address challenges proactively and achieve our goals effectively.

Innovate: "Embrace Creativity" - We embrace creativity and innovation, constantly seeking novel solutions and approaches to drive progress and stay ahead of the curve.

Lead: "Inspire by Example" - We lead by example, inspire others through our dedication and passion, and strive to empower each team member to reach their full potential.

Role and Responsibilities

Production Leadership

• Lead daily production activities for the assigned shift while actively participating in production work
• Review staffing levels and coverage at the start of each shift
• Communicate production priorities, expectations, and deadlines to the team
• Ensure production schedules and customer commitments are met
• Monitor production pace, workflow, and quality throughout the shift
• Provide direction, coaching, and support to production team members
• Promote accountability and reinforce company standards for attendance, conduct, safety, and quality
• Step into production roles as needed to ensure workflow continues and operational goals are achieved

Operational Coordination

• Own the shift and ensure production activities remain organized and efficient
• Monitor production progress against planned targets
• Identify workflow issues or production bottlenecks and take action to resolve them
• Communicate shift updates, concerns, and priorities to leadership
• Coordinate staffing adjustments or task assignments as production needs change
• Ensure clear communication between shifts to support smooth operational transitions
• Prepare shift summaries including production results, issues encountered, and priorities for the next shift

• Work closely with the Equipment Technician to address machine performance, adjustments, and equipment concerns
• Ensure operators report machine issues promptly and follow proper reporting procedures
• Coordinate production workflow during machine troubleshooting, adjustments, or downtime
• Support the Equipment Technician by providing operational context and helping prioritize equipment issues impacting production
• Assist with basic machine operation and minor adjustments when appropriate
• Escalate recurring equipment issues, downtime concerns, or reliability challenges to leadership
• Help maintain efficient workflow while technical repairs or adjustments are being performed

Safety & Quality

• Promote and reinforce a safe work environment
• Ensure all team members follow safety procedures and required PPE standards
• Address safety concerns or incidents immediately and escalate when necessary
• Ensure production processes maintain established quality standards
• Identify potential quality issues early and support corrective actions
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe workspaces across the production floor

Team Support & Development

• Provide hands-on training and guidance to production team members
• Assist with onboarding and training new employees
• Encourage teamwork, collaboration, and accountability across the production team
• Identify skill gaps and communicate development opportunities to leadership
• Lead by example through professionalism, reliability, and a strong work ethic
• Support a culture of continuous improvement and shared responsibility

Communication & Escalation

• Communicate clearly with leadership regarding:
• Production performance and trends
• Staffing or attendance concerns
• Quality issues
• Equipment or process challenges
• Training or development needs
• Escalate issues that may impact safety, product quality, delivery commitments, or employee performance.
• Ensure accurate and timely communication during shift transitions so that incoming teams understand priorities, challenges, and outstanding work.

Culture & Collaboration

• Share knowledge generously and support development of others
• Promote a culture of open communication, continuous learning, and shared responsibility for quality
• Participate in team building, training, and company-wide initiatives to strengthen engagement and performance
• Model AGS values in day-to-day interactions and decision-making
• Contribute to a workplace where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to succeed

What Success Looks Like

• Production targets are consistently met or exceeded during assigned shifts
• Team members clearly understand daily priorities and expectations
• Shift transitions are organized and well communicated
• Production continues efficiently during equipment adjustments or downtime
• Safety standards are consistently followed and reinforced
• Quality issues are identified early and addressed quickly
• Team members receive coaching and support to improve performance
• Production challenges are addressed proactively rather than reactively
• Leadership receives accurate and timely shift updates
• The production floor remains organized, productive, and professional

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 2+ years of manufacturing or production experience required
• Previous team lead or leadership experience required
• Strong understanding of production operations and workflow
• Ability to lead, motivate, and support team members
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Mechanical aptitude preferred
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage production demands in a fast-paced environment
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification preferred
• Experience with production software systems

Physical Requirements

• Required to stand for extended periods
• Bending, twisting, and reaching
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Continuous attention required to monitor production equipment and processes
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks and operate production machinery
• Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity

Perks & Benefits

At AGS Company Automotive Solutions, we believe great work starts with taking care of our people professionally, personally, and physically. Our benefits are designed to support your health, growth, and overall well-being while fostering a culture where people genuinely enjoy coming to work.

Health & Wellness

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short-Term Disability (STD) and Long-Term Disability (LTD) coverage
• Life insurance
• AFLAC supplemental insurance options
• Fitness membership benefit to support an active, healthy lifestyle
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential support and resources

Growth & Development

• Ongoing educational and professional development opportunities
• Proud partner of Cornerstone University’s Soar Program, providing access to learning, leadership development, and career growth pathways

Culture First

• A people-centered, values-driven culture rooted in respect, collaboration, and trust
• Supportive leadership that believes in growth, feedback, and doing the right thing
• A workplace where your voice matters and your contributions are recognized

Salary & Bonus

• Base Hourly Range: $21 – $24/hr
  (Range is based on experience, skills, and role alignment within the organization.)
• Bonus Eligibility:
  Eligible for a performance-based bonus of up to 4 - 10% of base annual salary, based on individual, team, and company performance.

Schedule

Monday - Friday | 1:00pm - 9:30pm

Why AGS?

At AGS Company Automotive Solutions, our people are the foundation of everything we do. For more than 95 years, we have built a reputation in the automotive industry for quality, reliability, and innovation — and that success starts on the production floor.

We believe great teams are built on respect, accountability, and strong leadership. Our production leaders play a key role in keeping operations running smoothly, supporting their teams, and ensuring we deliver the quality our customers expect.

At AGS, leadership is hands-on. As a Production Shift Lead, you will work alongside your team, help solve problems in real time, and contribute directly to the success of the operation. Your experience and leadership will make a visible impact every day.

We are also committed to growth. Whether it's developing new skills, improving processes, or preparing for future leadership opportunities, we encourage employees who want to learn, take initiative, and move their careers forward.

Our culture is guided by our core values - Give, Respect, Act, Innovate, and Lead - which shape how we work together, support one another, and continuously improve.

If you are looking for a workplace where your leadership matters, your work is valued, and your team depends on you to help drive success, AGS is a place where you can build a meaningful career.