Bagging Line Lead - Operations & Troubleshooting

Mars; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Mars in Chattanooga, TN is seeking a Bagger Relief to provide hands-on leadership on the packaging line, troubleshoot line stoppages, and support equipment changeovers to keep production flowing.

You will act as the primary contact for issues in the bagger room, drive safety and quality adherence, and coordinate coverage across shifts to minimize downtime and maximize throughput. This role supports GMP and SOP compliance and requires a proactive, hands-on leader.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience operating or supporting high-speed bagging, packaging, or manufacturing machinery.
• Strong diagnostic skills with the ability to act as the first line of defense during equipment downtime or operational disruptions.
• Demonstrated ability to guide, support, and step in for team members across various operational needs and shift coverages.
• Rigorous adherence to GMP, SOPs, and workplace safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Lead and Support the Bagger Team: Provide immediate operational leadership and hands-on assistance across the bagger room to maintain target throughput and shift goals.
• Act as Primary point of contact: Serve as the first point of contact for troubleshooting and resolving line stoppages, equipment faults, or process deviations in the bagger area.
• Execute Line Changeovers: Assist and coordinate efficient, safe packaging changeovers to minimize downtime between product runs.
• Provide Outage & Shift Coverage: Step in seamlessly to cover operator absences, planned outages, and peak relief windows to ensure continuous line operations.

Skills

Packaging/Manufacturing Experience

Problem-Solving & Troubleshooting

Team Leadership & Adaptability

Safety & Quality Commitment

Job description

Mars in Chattanooga, TN is seeking a Bagger Relief to provide hands-on leadership on the packaging line, troubleshoot line stoppages, and support equipment changeovers to keep production flowing.

You will act as the primary contact for issues in the bagger room, drive safety and quality adherence, and coordinate coverage across shifts to minimize downtime and maximize throughput. This role supports GMP and SOP compliance and requires a proactive, hands-on leader.