Production Lead, Fabrication (Packaging)

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Fabrication Lead to join our dynamic team at Smartpress. As a Fabrication Lead, you will mentor and coach employees in the bindery, fabricating, cutting, or kitting areas. You will also be responsible for training new and existing employees on efficient and effective machine setup and process flow. This role involves learning new equipment and training others, but does not include management responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate workflows to create work standards and efficient processes
• Lead and direct a team of peers and temporary staffing with clear communication and direction
• Train new and existing employees on the most efficient and effective methods of machine set-up and process flow
• Perform Quality Control (QC) procedures to meet Company standards
• Assist with training and development of our employees and temporary workforce
• Lead the last quality check before shipment to TBG/SmartPress customers
• Be the key liaison with the CSR and managers to ensure the job is completed successfully within the customers' parameters

Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED
• The ability to lift 50 lbs. on a regular basis
• OSHA 10 Hour Certification (optional)
• A thorough and organized approach to work
• Pay close attention to details on every project
• Basic computer skills, including Pace and Google Suite
• Self-motivated, a fast learner, and show initiative to seek out customer and corporate needs
• Plan, prioritize, coordinate, and manage work accurately within deadlines, while meeting Company quality standards
• Effective time management and self-management skills
• Understand and maintain the confidential nature of company, employee, and customer information
• Flexible to change and able to quickly move from one project to another while dealing with stressful deadlines

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills including, demonstrated listening skills and the ability to present ideas and thoughts concisely and effectively both internally and outside the organization
• Willing to admit when you make a mistake (it happens to the best of us)
• Fiercely loyal to both our customers and team
• Trustworthy, reliable, and easy to get along with
• Enthusiastic and eager to take on new challenges
• Adaptable and willing to wear whatever hat gets the job done

Skills

• Thorough and organized approach to work
• Pay close attention to details on every project
• Basic computer skills, including Pace and Google Suite
• Self-motivated, a fast learner, and show initiative to seek out customer and corporate needs
• Effective time management and self-management skills
• Understanding and maintaining the confidential nature of company, employee and customer information
• Flexibility to change and able to quickly move from one project to another while dealing with stressful deadlines

Benefits

• Healthcare, dental, life insurance, disability
• Paid parental leave
• Retail Savings programs: Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401k with a company match
• Career Development Opportunities
• Flexible Work Hours
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Safe & Clean Manufacturing Environment

Pay

$44,460 - 51,854 annually

Schedule

Monday - Friday 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

TBG Overview

We are a 1,000-person visual merchandising company, 100% employee-owned, offering a generous paid time off benefit that increases with tenure. This is a full-time position in Chanhassen, MN.

What, still want more?

If you have the talent to do this job, a passion for excellence, and are interested in joining the TBG team, please complete the form on this page. Thanks!