Lead, Packaging & Value-Add Operations

OGS Industries; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Flexible schedule

Tools and resources to succeed

Job summary

OGS Industries, a diversified metal component manufacturer based in Akron, Ohio, is seeking a Packaging & Value-Add Lead. This hands-on lead role combines production work, team coordination, and system oversight to prepare for future management responsibility.

You will oversee value-add operations, coordinate daily workflow, and support ERP usage while mentoring new staff and ensuring quality and timely shipments.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in manufacturing, packaging, or production environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organization.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions and prints.
• Basic computer skills (ERP exposure preferred).
• Ability to handle multiple jobs in a fast-paced, high-mix environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform value-add operations including stamping/marking, etching, bonding, assembly, bagging, tagging and labeling.
• Coordinate workflow and prioritize daily workload based on shipping schedule, hot jobs/late orders, and WIP flow.
• Distribute work across team members to maximize throughput and identify bottlenecks.
• Learn and support use of ERP system (e.g., Global Shop Solutions): track job status, ensure quantities, maintain documentation.
• Lead on the floor when the Manager is unavailable; train new employees on packaging methods, work instructions, and quality expectations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Read prints

Communication

Team leadership

Organization

Tools

ERP software

Job description

OGS Industries, a diversified metal component manufacturer based in Akron, Ohio, is seeking a Packaging & Value-Add Lead. This hands-on lead role combines production work, team coordination, and system oversight to prepare for future management responsibility.

You will oversee value-add operations, coordinate daily workflow, and support ERP usage while mentoring new staff and ensuring quality and timely shipments.