Corrugate Lead

Topaz HR Advisory; Hazle Township (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Topaz HR Advisory is seeking a Corrugate Lead for a growing manufacturing and packaging company in Hazle Township, PA. You will lead a team of corrugate production staff, set up equipment, review orders, and ensure safe, efficient production.

Strong mechanical aptitude and prior leadership are preferred for success in a fast-paced environment. The role emphasizes quality, safety, and collaboration with maintenance and management to meet production goals and improve uptime.

Qualifications

• Experience operating corrugating or converting equipment.
• Experience in lead or supervisory roles preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability.
• Ability to read production orders and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of corrugate production employees during assigned shifts.
• Set up corrugating equipment according to job specs and production requirements.
• Review production orders to ensure materials, tooling, and resources are available.

Skills

Corrugating equipment

Team leadership

Mechanical troubleshooting

Production scheduling

Quality awareness

Job description

Position Overview:

A growing manufacturing and packaging company is seeking a Corrugate Lead to oversee daily operations within its corrugating department. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for supporting production employees, coordinating workflow, performing machine setups and adjustments, troubleshooting equipment issues, and ensuring production goals are achieved safely and efficiently.

The ideal candidate has experience operating corrugating or converting equipment, strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to lead by example in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Success in this role will be measured by production uptime, product quality, safety performance, workflow efficiency, and team productivity.

Responsibilities include:

• Lead and support a team of corrugate production employees during assigned shifts
• Set up corrugating equipment according to job specifications and production requirements
• Review production orders to ensure materials, tooling, and resources are available before starting jobs
• Operate and monitor corrugating equipment to maintain safe and efficient production
• Make machine adjustments to ensure proper quality, dimensions, scoring, cutting, and glue application
• Troubleshoot routine equipment and production issues to minimize downtime
• Perform minor machine repairs and communicate larger maintenance concerns to the appropriate personnel
• Monitor production speeds, waste levels, downtime, and overall machine performance
• Coordinate production changeovers and help maintain an efficient production schedule
• Inspect finished products to ensure compliance with customer specifications and company quality standards
• Identify quality concerns and implement corrective actions when necessary
• Complete production reports, documentation, and operational records accurately
• Train and support new employees on equipment operation, safety procedures, and quality expectations
• Assign work, prioritize tasks, and provide day-to-day direction to production team members
• Promote a safe, productive, and professional work environment
• Communicate production needs, material shortages, equipment issues, and workflow concerns to supervisors
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Collaborate with production, maintenance, and management teams to meet operational goals
• Perform other duties as assigned by management

Qualifications:

• Previous experience operating corrugating equipment, converting machinery, or related manufacturing equipment required
• Previous lead, team lead, or supervisory experience preferred
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot basic equipment issues
• Experience performing machine setups, adjustments, and minor repairs
• Ability to read and interpret production orders, work instructions, and specifications
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Basic math skills and understanding of production measurements