Manufacturing Line Lead - Pack End - Second Shift

Who We Are

Alene Candles LLC and Midwest is a private label, contract manufacturer that produces high-quality candles for some of the world's most recognized retail, boutique, and cosmetic brands. With our headquarters in New Hampshire and locations in Ohio, we've been in business for over 25 years. We are passionate about making the best products in the world, making safety our number one priority, and being an insanely great place to work. We have been selected as a "Best Company to Work For" in 2020 and 2021 and 2023 Business of the Year for Manufacturing.

The Hours

Monday - Thursday, 3:15pm - 1:15am, although that can change slightly depending on the needs of the business. During our busy season we anticipate there being some Overtime available. Busy season is happening now and we anticipate it running through October. The final two weeks of the year, we are shut down for the holidays and inventory. During this time we cannot guarantee full time hours for our employees.

The Pay

$25.00/hour. Please note that this includes your $1.00/hour shift differential for working 2nd shift. In addition, we are offering a $2,000 sign on bonus, split into two payments. The first payment of $1,000 will be included in your first paycheck, and the final $1,000 payment will be paid in your first check after completing 90 days of service.

The Location

51 Scarborough Lane, Milford, NH. This position is onsite.

Responsibilities

• Support daily packaging operations while working directly on the production line alongside the team
• Coordinate training for team members
• Monitor quality and efficiency standards
• Track downtime
• Support equipment setups
• Ensure production schedules are met
• Contribute to 5S and continuous improvement initiatives
• Help maintain a positive, respectful, and motivated work environment
• Follow and comply with all safety rules and regulations
• Maintain individual work area/equipment in a neat, orderly manner
• Detect and report improper operations, faulty equipment/tooling, defective materials and unusual conditions to material lead or supervisor
• Follow 5S guidelines
• Maintain clean work environment keeping floor and aisles clear of all trash and obstacles (Production Floor and Production lines)
• Report all unsafe work areas to Production Supervision
• Constantly observe and promote changes, improvements and sustaining these changes
• Perform activities of candle maker when assigned to assist or relieve on an individual basis to avoid shutdown
• Data entry into computer system, logging pallets, accounting for scrapped parts and assemblies
• Conduct in-process quality inspections and complete applicable paperwork
• Comply with quality control methods
• Run all production lines as required
• Work with the Pack Technician to set up machines and equipment
• Communicate with Pack Technician and Material Handlers to assure timely and accurate retrieval of necessary materials to maintain production levels
• Organize and monitor workflow while achieving quality, efficiency and daily goals
• Maximize line efficiency with minimal direction
• Identify issues quickly and implement solutions as needed
• Spot defects and identify root cause
• Maintain and verify line data entry
• Shop Order signoffs
• Resolve personnel issues on line
• Identify solutions and recommend actions
• Lead and direct all production line operators
• Use all hand tools as needed and ability to utilize hand jack when necessary
• Coordinate corrective action with minimal supervision
• Communicate equipment issues to maintenance and supervisors
• Work well with multiple departments

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education diploma (GED)
• 1-2 years of experience in manufacturing environment
• Previous lead or supervisory experience
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations
• Ability to understand quality control methods
• Ability to use various machines and practical skills
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Ability to read and understand Manufacturing Assembly Procedures as well as deviations if necessary
• Knowledge of wax types and characteristics
• Knowledge and ability to operate various machines
• Effective verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of the products manufactured in the factory
• Good communication skills to deliver valuable teamwork
• Able to follow instructions
• Accurate, patient, careful, responsible, quick and alert

Physical Demands and Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to handle or touch; reach, talk, hear and smell. The employee may be required to kneel, crouch, sit, climb or balance. The employee may lift and/or move up to more than 50 pounds with assistance. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, strong aromas, and near heat lamps. The employee is occasionally exposed to airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate (hearing protection is offered).

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision with a Healthcare Reimbursement Account
• 401(k) with company match
• Basic Life Insurance (100% company paid)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Maternity and Parental Leave
• Voluntary PTO Donation Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• "Alene Gives Back" - paid volunteer program