Extrusion Crew Lead – Lead & Improve 12‑Hour Shifts

First Quality King of Prussia PA; Anderson (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Bonus opportunities

Paid time off

Job summary

First Quality Print and Packaging in Anderson, SC is seeking a Crew Lead to guide a production team on a 12-hour rotating shift. You will train employees to operate, setup, and change over machinery, while maintaining safety, quality, and productivity standards across the line.

You will monitor shift performance, run reports, and ensure adherence to GMP, SQF, and site policies. Strong leadership, SOP literacy, and a commitment to quality are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 2–3 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of machine operation, setup, and changeover procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and guide team members.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to make sound decisions under pressure.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively to maintain shift flow.
• Commitment to workplace safety, quality standards, and company policies.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe work environment.
• Ensure quality of all products produced on the crew.
• Oversee and train employees to operate, inspect, and maintain all support equipment as needed.
• Operate, inspect, and maintain all support equipment as needed.
• Run daily trend reports.
• Complete daily housekeeping assignments.
• Maintain utility usage records daily.
• Assist in all support equipment repairs.
• Follow GMP, SQF, OSHA and plant policies and procedures.
• Conduct job in a manner compliant with the SQF food safety program.

Skills

Machine operation & changeover

Leadership experience

Communication & teamwork

SOP reading & interpretation

Problem solving under pressure

Time management & prioritization

Education

High school diploma or GED

2–3 years manufacturing/production experience

Job description

First Quality Print and Packaging in Anderson, SC is seeking a Crew Lead to guide a production team on a 12-hour rotating shift. You will train employees to operate, setup, and change over machinery, while maintaining safety, quality, and productivity standards across the line.

You will monitor shift performance, run reports, and ensure adherence to GMP, SQF, and site policies. Strong leadership, SOP literacy, and a commitment to quality are essential.