KP Line Coordinator - Quality Production
Melaleuca: The Wellness Company · Knoxville, TN · 1 mo ago
On-siteMarketing$22.73/hrFull-time
About the role
Melaleuca is seeking a Full‑Time 1st Shift Quality Production Coordinator to lead a small team of hourly associates in a high‑volume manufacturing environment. The role involves hands‑on line leadership, supervision, training, and mentorship of Production Associates who handle packaging, auditing, and packing of home and health‑oriented products.
Responsibilities
- Provide hands‑on line leadership, supervision, training, and mentorship to assigned Production Associates.
- Serve as backup on the production line as needed.
- Set up, operate, and adjust packaging equipment for product changeovers.
- Perform daily equipment maintenance, cleaning, and document cleaning logs.
- Inspect and maintain product quality in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices, cleanliness, and safety guidelines.
- Ensure product components are used in lot sequence and enter required reports, labels, and data into the computer.
- Collaborate with team members to maintain effective productivity.
- Enhance employee relations by communicating effectively and encouraging development.
- Oversee productivity, efficiency, and accuracy of the manufacturing line while ensuring compliance with operational and safety procedures.
- Maintain inventory stocks and ensure line positions are adequately staffed.
- Maintain records and prepare reports on associate speed and accuracy versus established standards.
Qualifications
- Successful experience supervising small teams of hourly associates, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
- Light industrial experience with product packaging in a high‑volume setting.
- Ability to operate mechanical equipment and respond to audible alarms or irregular machinery sounds.
- Experience performing in a fast‑paced environment while maintaining safety and quality standards.
- Ability to lift a minimum of 35 lb throughout the shift, stand or walk for the duration of the shift, and climb stairs.
- Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
- Dependability with exceptional attendance and punctuality.
Skills
- Strong employee‑relations and communication skills.
- Proven ability to lead a team, organize, and coordinate projects.
- Hands‑on experience in high‑volume continuous manufacturing.
- Proficiency with hand tools and visual inspection of bottles, products, invoices, etc.
- Good written and verbal communication across all organizational levels.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
- 401(k) plan
- Flexible Spending Account
- Life Insurance
- Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability
- Paid Time Off (Vacation) and Paid Holidays
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Pet Insurance
- Company profit sharing (after 6 months of full‑time employment)
- Longevity bonuses (5 years / $5,000; 10 years / $10,000; 15 years / $15,000; etc.)
- Monthly product voucher worth $100 (≈ $1,200 / year) for company products
- Secure work environment with a “no layoffs” guarantee
- Family‑oriented culture, employee appreciation events, and a clean, climate‑controlled facility
Pay
Starting at $22.73 per hour, with increases based on experience. First pay review after 6 months.
Schedule
Full‑Time, 1st Shift.