Production Lead

Menasha Corporation is a leader in corrugated and plastic packaging, operating two businesses—Menasha Packaging and ORBIS Corporation—that serve major global companies with innovative packaging products and supply chain solutions. Our employees drive success through collaboration, quality, and cutting-edge solutions.

About the Role

The Lead Person supports the Folding Gluer area and other plant operations, providing direction for day-to-day activities to ensure efficient and effective production. This role involves coaching employees, improving productivity, and serving as a liaison between shifts and departments.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate commitment to safety and ensure all employees follow company safety policies.
• Monitor work areas to maintain a safe working environment.
• Provide daily coaching and feedback to department employees.
• Increase productivity to meet customer requirements.
• Collaborate with other leaders on manufacturing and quality decisions.
• Assign work and monitor production orders as they arrive.
• Manage schedules, rush orders, hot lists, call-ins, and quality response forms.
• Coordinate overtime postings and schedules.
• Serve as a communication liaison with the 2nd shift Area Manager and 3rd Shift Supervisor.
• Address quality concerns with quality personnel or Customer Service.
• Make decisions related to production and quality.
• Schedule production and monitor orders to meet efficiency goals and customer commitments.
• Participate in daily scheduling meetings to discuss priorities and rush orders.
• Identify and implement process improvements and productivity opportunities.
• Enhance internal and external department communication.
• Participate in monthly department meetings and other meetings as needed.
• Provide backup for ECATS responsibilities and resolve payroll issues.
• Assist the Department Area Manager with weekly/daily manning, overtime, and quality complaints.
• Provide input on employee disciplinary issues and performance reviews.
• Collaborate with peers and other departments to improve quality and performance.
• Actively participate in lean manufacturing initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Safety-sensitive position requiring constant alertness and safe work practices.
• Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed.
• Ability to work on a rotating shift if required.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a production environment with moving equipment and people.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and understanding of ERP systems.

Schedule

10:00 PM – 6:00 AM, Sunday through Thursday.