Packaging Line Lead

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Works closely with supervisor to assure packaging lines are scheduled to plan and help coordinate staff
• Verifies components staged and issued to batch are correct and complete
• Reports any discrepancies to supervisor, Manager or Warehouse personnel in regards to materials staged for production
• Performs line preparations by creating shipper labels, expirations certifications, verifying lot coding format, etc.
• Verifies line setup is complete prior to commencing with packaging production
• Calculates and performs in-process AQL inspections on one or multiple packaging lines per batch record standards
• Reports any in-process AQL failures or quality issues to supervisor, Manager or QA
• Completes documentation required and associated for a packaging production run
• Completes and reconciles packaging batch records at the end of a run and enters Report Operations Completed into Baan
• Performs line clearances for all packaging lines, packouts, reworks, etc.
• Aids supervisor with reporting efficiencies to the team and discussing any root cause/corrective actions
• Works closely with supervisor to strategize and meet performance standards, quality, productivity, efficiencies, reliability, initiative, safety and work relationships
• Attends daily production meetings with Planning department in absence of the supervisor
• Assures all Hours Accounting data is reported accordingly into Baan system
• Attends shift meeting with packaging staff, provides productivity and efficiency, enters daily electronic shift report and updates dashboard hourly performance/efficiency
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Required: High School Diploma or GED
• English literacy (be able to effectively understand, read, speak and write in English)
• Basic math skills; must be able to use a calculator and compute basic math equations
• Basic computer literacy (Windows, Excel, Word)
• Preferred: 2 years of experience in a Manufacturing/Packaging environment
• Preferred: Knowledge of cGMP

Physical Demands

• Position requires the ability to stoop, bend over, reach and manipulate objects repetitively while standing for extended periods of time
• Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs following the company's safety policy
• Occasionally may require to lift >50 lbs using assistance and following the company's safety policy
• Excellent eyesight and general physical health is required
• Ability to physically respond quickly to developments on the production line

Training

• Must complete all required cGMP and EH&S Training Curriculum to include additional training in accordance to federal and state standards
• May be asked to train new packaging personnel or temporary employee on the packaging process
• Must attend all department training sessions/meetings

Decision Making

• Must be able to make decisions during the packaging operation in order to avoid line downtime
• Must be able to make the decision to stop a production line if rejected product is being produced and report to Management

Communication

• Effectively communicate with co-workers, Management and support departments on a daily basis
• Occasionally required to attend productions meetings and provide updates
• Occasionally required to communicate with Planning and/or Purchasing department

Equipment Used

• Variety of packaging/lines and ancillary equipment
• Forks, pallet lifts, manual pallet jacks, powered pallet jacks, carts, trash compactors, etc.

Work Environment

• Mainly, the packaging area of the manufacturing facility where exposed to computerized equipment, moving mechanical parts, forklifts, pallet jacks, heavy pallets, moderate to loud noise level, and some air-borne dust and powders
• Will be required to wear various Personal Protective Equipment, such as hair net restraints, face mask, gloves, uniform and safety glasses

Benefits

• Medical plan options – Two HMO and one PPO
• Dental, vision, life insurance and other voluntary benefit options
• 3 weeks’ vacation and 11 paid holidays
• 401K including company matching and profit sharing
• $1,000 Employee Referral Bonus
• Quarterly employee lunches, Employee of Month and other recognition programs
• Opportunities for advancement
• Comprehensive training
• Tuition Reimbursement and more!

About the Role

Primarily responsible for one or more packaging lines and staff assigned. Conducts in-process AQL inspections, handling and processing of batch records and documentation related to the packaging process in the NAI Packaging facility.

Schedule

Not specified

Pay

Not specified