Production Team Leads (Modular Home Manufacturing)

POSITION IDENTIFICATION

Title: Production Team Lead

Business Unit: iManufacturing

Reports to: Production Manager/Production Supervisor

Location: Yorba Linda, CA 

Start Date: IMMEDIATELY

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Impact Housing (IH) is a vertically integrated modular design-builder and developer headquartered in Southern California. 

Our mission is to continuously evolve the world’s most sophisticated and efficient housing delivery system. We pursue this mission by reimagining every element of how multifamily projects are designed, manufactured, and built—driving down costs, shortening schedules, and expanding access to high-quality housing for the people who need it most, whether through LIHTC or unsubsidized projects.

To date this decade, the IH team has built or is actively developing close to 1,500 modular units at all-in costs of roughly $275,000 per unit—demonstrating a scalable, repeatable path to affordability. With the capability to produce approximately 1,000 units per year today, IH is expanding to meet growing demand in San Diego, Los Angeles, and beyond.

We are now entering the next stage of our growth and strengthening every team across the company to achieve our next set of goals. We plan to manufacture and build more than 10,000 units through 2030. To accomplish this, we are implementing the Lean Standard Model company-wide; deploying AI at every level of the company; and positioning IH as a national thought leader in modular development.

The foundation for our success is firmly in place. Join us as we scale our operations, transition into a higher-capacity manufacturing facility powered by smart automation and robotics, expand our production capacity by more than 3x in the Western U.S., and prepare for future national growth.

POSITION SUMMARY

We are seeking skilled and proactive Team Leads to support daily operations at our modular home manufacturing plant. This role is critical to maintaining safe, efficient, and high-performing workstations. The Team Lead oversees a crew of 4–8 team members, ensures compliance with lean manufacturing principles, and supports continuous improvement across the production line.

The ideal candidate brings strong leadership abilities, a deep understanding of construction or manufacturing workflows, and experience solving problems independently in a fast-paced production environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Operational Leadership

Manage a team of 4–8 tradespeople within an assigned station.

Maintain Manufacturing Execution System (MES) accuracy and ensure production adheres to standard cycle times.

Provide workstation coverage as needed during absences.

Conduct on-the-job training to build skills and promote operational excellence.

Support and reinforce lean manufacturing practices.

Quality & Continuous Improvement

Participate in Kaizen events and continuous improvement initiatives.

Manage nonconformances within the station and prevent the build or shipment of defective products.

Perform 5S activities and maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Conduct error-proofing, standard work verification, and operational risk assessments.

Attend and respond to Andon calls.

Identify waste and implement corrective actions.

Production Support & Coordination

Oversee tool control, part kitting, and inventory management.

Track potential project delays and develop strategies to mitigate risks.

Coordinate with cross-functional teams and maintain productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Monitor relevant local policies, media, and industry dynamics that may impact operations.

QUALIFICATIONS

5+ years of manufacturing and relevant construction experience.

Bilingual – English/Spanish is a MUST

Strong reasoning and problem-solving abilities (deductive and inductive).

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

High attention to detail and ability to recognize potential issues early.

Strong organizational and information-ordering skills.

Ability to maintain focus, work independently, and manage competing priorities.

Creativity and originality in improving processes and solving operational challenges.

Ability to visualize sequences, workflows, and spatial layouts.

Clear speech and strong comprehension skills.

EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS

High School Diploma or GED

Forklift Operator Certification

First Aid/CPR Certification preferred

Lean Certification preferred

**WORK AUTHORIZATION**

All prospective Impact Housing employees must be able to demonstrate eligibility to work in the US. 

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Competitive pay of $25.00/hr. to $30.00/hr. - based on experience

Health benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, HSA

Vacation

Sick time

Holiday pay

Ownership of company equity

401K Retirement Plan

WORKING CONDITIONS

Climate-controlled manufacturing facility environment

Standard schedule: Monday-Friday, 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM or other shifts as assigned

Overtime and weekend work may be required during peak production periods

Fast-paced production environment with daily targets and quality expectations

Team-based work structure with collaboration and communication throughout the day

Exposure to construction tools, equipment, materials, and manufacturing processes

Noise levels requiring hearing protection in certain areas.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to sit at a computer workstation for extended periods.

Ability to lift up to 45 pounds as needed.

NOTE

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) of this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Impact Housing is an equal opportunity employer, drug-free workplace, complies with ADA regulations and does not discriminate against any employee or job applicant because of race, color, religion, national origin, medical condition, pregnancy, sex, gender identity, gender expression, age, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

For more information about Impact Housing, visit ihousing.us.