Production Lead

San Jose, CAOnsiteFull TimeLead$80,000–$105,000 /yrPosted 1 month agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

AS degree
high school diploma
GED
regulated manufacturing
leadership role
assembly
manufacturing
production
robotics
automotive

Nice to have

Lean Manufacturing
continuous improvement
employee training

Role summary

Figure, an AI robotics company, seeks a Production Lead in San Jose, CA, to manage daily factory floor operations. This role involves coordinating teams, ensuring safety and quality, troubleshooting issues, and maintaining production schedules. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years in regulated manufacturing, including 1+ year in a leadership capacity, with hands-on assembly experience. Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills are essential. Responsibilities include task assignment, monitoring production flow, documentation, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Figure is an AI robotics company developing autonomous general-purpose humanoid robots. The goal of the company is to ship humanoid robots with human level intelligence. Its robots are engineered to perform a variety of tasks in the home and commercial markets. Figure is headquartered in San Jose, CA.

Figure’s vision is to deploy autonomous humanoids at a global scale. Our Manufacturing team is looking for a Production Lead to help drive daily execution on the factory floor. In this role, you’ll work closely with supervisors, engineers, and quality teams to deliver against production schedules while ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality, and efficiency. You’ll be hands-on, coordinating work across teams, resolving issues in real time, and stepping onto the line when needed to keep builds on track.

Responsibilities:

Lead by example to maintain a safe, clean, and compliant work environment.

Assign daily tasks and coordinate resources to meet production schedules and quality targets.

Monitor production flow, track progress, and provide updates on priority work orders.

Verify readiness of lines, components, and equipment; support set-ups and changeovers.

Assist with troubleshooting and resolving quality, equipment, or process issues.

Review and complete production documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance.

Conduct shift passdowns and cross-functional updates.

Support employee training and development; step in for absent operators when needed.

Partner with supervisors to drive Lean Manufacturing initiatives and continuous improvement.

Requirements:

AS degree or equivalent experience (high school diploma or GED required).

3+ years in a regulated manufacturing environment, with 1+ year in a leadership role.

Hands-on experience in assembly, manufacturing, or production (robotics, automotive, aerospace, or electronics preferred).

Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, with attention to detail.

Ability to collaborate across teams and deliver against production goals.

Excellent communication and time management skills.

Comfortable lifting up to 50 lbs., working with hand tools, and handling chemicals with PPE.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is between $80,000 - $105,000 annually.

The pay offered for this position may vary based on several individual factors, including job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package may also include additional components/benefits depending on the specific role. This information will be shared if an employment offer is extended.

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