Production Team Leader

About the role

Mauser Packaging Solutions is a global leader in innovative and sustainable packaging solutions. The Production Team Lead plays a key role in driving day-to-day operations on the production floor by coordinating, guiding, and supporting a team of hourly production workers. This hands-on role ensures safety practices are followed, production goals are met, and quality standards are upheld. Working closely with the Production Supervisor, the Team Lead helps identify inefficiencies, resolve issues, and maintain a clean, organized work environment.

Responsibilities

• Support and enforce all safety policies, procedures, and best practices; immediately address unsafe behaviors and conditions.
• Lead by example to drive team productivity, morale, and accountability during the assigned shift or work area.
• Coordinate daily production activities based on shift plans and communicate goals to operators.
• Assist in monitoring production output, equipment performance, and process efficiency; escalate issues to the Production Supervisor as needed.
• Provide on-the-job training and mentoring to new or less experienced team members.
• Communicate shift updates and critical information during start-up meetings and shift handovers.
• Support quality assurance efforts by ensuring work instructions are followed and defects are minimized.
• Perform basic troubleshooting on equipment and assist in identifying maintenance needs.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area by promoting 5S standards and good housekeeping practices.
• Track and document shift data, including downtime, scrap, and production counts, using provided systems or forms.
• Act as a point of contact for frontline questions, concerns, or coordination needs when the Supervisor is not immediately available.
• Assist in the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned by the Production Supervisor or Management.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; technical/vocational training a plus.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment; prior leadership experience (e.g., Lead, Trainer, Mentor) strongly preferred.
• Solid understanding of production processes, safety protocols, and quality standards.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate others.
• Able to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with minimal supervision.
• Comfortable using basic computer systems and production tracking tools.

Core Competencies

• Team Leadership: Motivates and guides coworkers toward shared goals.
• Safety Awareness: Promotes and maintains a safe working environment at all times.
• Accountability: Takes ownership of assigned areas and supports others in doing the same.
• Problem-Solving: Identifies issues and works collaboratively to find solutions.
• Attention to Detail: Ensures tasks are completed accurately and efficiently.
• Communication: Shares clear, timely information with team members and supervisors.
• Adaptability: Responds positively to changing priorities and production needs.

Work Environment

• Manufacturing plant environment with exposure to machinery, noise, and varying temperatures.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs. for extended periods.

About Us

Mauser Packaging Solutions is a company dedicated to innovation and sustainability in packaging. We provide opportunities for growth and development while helping customers achieve better sustainability with their packaging. Our mission is to solve interesting problems and be part of a diverse, forward-looking team. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just beginning your career, there’s a place where you can help make a difference at Mauser Packaging Solutions.