CNV Line Lead

Sofidel S.p.A.; Shelby (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical benefits

Quarterly bonus

Paid holidays

PTO & vacation

401(k) match

Job summary

Sofidel America, a leading tissue products manufacturer in Shelby, NC, seeks a Converting Line Lead to coach Operators on the Converting Line and drive daily performance. The role emphasizes safety, scheduling, and hands-on leadership to sustain high productivity and quality on the line.

The ideal candidate will have prior manufacturing leadership experience, familiarity with DCS for machine operators, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Leadership experience preferred in a manufacturing setting.
• Familiar with enterprise work order systems and DCS for machine operators.
• Understanding of safety procedures including lockout/tagout.

Responsibilities

• Direct Operators on the Converting Line to ensure daily performance.
• Lead daily scheduling, adherence, and attainment for team.
• Implement training standards to improve OEE and TPM basics.
• Hold daily meetings and track key performance indicators.
• Maintain safety standards and enforce PPE, LOTO, and confined spaces.
• Coordinate safety training and investigate incidents to find root causes.
• Support continuous improvement projects (5S, Kaizen).
• Assist in preventative maintenance with planners and tech staff.

Skills

Leadership experience

Safety procedures knowledge

Team coordination

Physical stamina

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

ParcView

Digital Control System (DCS)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Overview

Sofidel America, a leading manufacturer of tissue products committed to sustainability and operational excellence, is seeking a Converting Line Lead to join our Converting team in Shelby, NC.

The Converting Line Lead provides team leadership and coaching to all employees within responsibility. This position supports employee engagement and performance through active leadership on the converting line.

Job Responsibilities

• Ensure Operators have resources and tools required for daily performance
• Direct Equipment Operators in daily operations of the Converting Line, ensuring they have the necessary skills to be effective
• Implement training standards and processes to support Overall Equipment Effectiveness delivery and TPM fundamentals
• Manage daily schedule building, adherence, and attainment for employees
• Conduct daily work to drive performance improvement
• Schedule and facilitate team meetings
• Communicate and track key performance indicators
• Hold self and others to high level of safety standards, ensuring workplace safety policies are upheld and safety rules are followed (lockout/tagout procedures, confine spaces, appropriate PPE)
• Coordinate safety training and investigate safety incidents, identifying root cause
• Maintain a clean working environment by complying with procedures and housekeeping responsibilities
• Assist in continuous improvement projects such as 5S and Kaizen events
• Identify and drive preventative maintenance work needed for the area in combination with the planner/technical resource
• Troubleshoot on Converting Line as needed

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required
• Paper Manufacturing environment preferred
• Leadership experience preferred
• Internal candidates must have completed Equipment Operator qualification levels 1-4
• Familiar with enterprise work order system required
• Familiar with the Digital Control System for Machine Operators required
• Thorough understanding of manufacturing safety procedures (lockout/tagout, confine spaces, personal protective equipment, etc.) required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, ParcView required
• Able to work in a physically demanding environment including temperature extremes, loud noise, avoiding slipping, tripping, and falling hazards
• Physically capable of manual labor that includes bending, walking, and climbing in and around machinery and equipment
• Able to lift, up to 40 lbs frequently, between 40 and 50 lbs occasionally, over 50 lbs minimally. When lifting 50 lbs and above, Operator will use team lifting and overhead crane assistance.
• Work environment includes exposure to compressed air, steam, lubrication oil, dust, and hydraulic fluid.
• Able to wear and comply with all personal protective equipment (Eye and ear protection, steel toed shoes, face masks, etc.)

Company Benefits

• Competitive compensation with growth opportunities.
• Comprehensive medical benefits package.
• Quarterly Production Bonus
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO) and vacation time.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.