Line Lead 2nd Shift

Praxis Packaging Solutions; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

8-week training

Career advancement

Overtime earning potential

Full benefits

Job summary

Praxis Packaging Solutions is seeking a Line Lead to supervise on the production line and drive quality, safety, and efficiency. This role is pivotal for our people, processes, and product quality. We value organized, adaptable team players who can perform under pressure.

Join our growing team in Grand Rapids, MI, with an 8-week hands-on training program, clear paths for advancement, and strong earnings potential including overtime. Benefit-rich plan coverage is provided.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; Associate's degree preferred.
• Prior working experience as a supervisor, leader or trainer strongly preferred.
• 2-4 yrs of previous experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment preferred.
• Good organizational skills and mathematical aptitude.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Flexible, spontaneous and fast-moving in a changing environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Reading, writing and speaking English required.
• Ability to work in a diverse environment with multiple languages spoken.

Responsibilities

• Check all product and components with each job on the line for accuracy.
• Assign area of work for each packager on the line and verify duties.
• Complete line paperwork.
• Calculate hour efficiency and adjust line as needed.
• Check finished goods quality and request maintenance when needed.
• Ensure the line is cleaned between jobs and at shift end.
• Communicate problems or concerns with the Shift Supervisor.
• Anticipate changes and act accordingly.

Skills

Supervisor experience

Leadership

Trainer experience

Communication skills

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associates degree preferred

Job description

Our Line Supervisors are the pulse of Praxis's workforce. We are now hiring for Line Leads. This role is key to the success of our people, processes and product quality. We are growing rapidly and seeking driven, organized, and adaptable individuals who are team-players and high-achievers to join our Pack!

The biggest perks of being a Line Lead at Praxis include

• An 8-week, hands-on training program.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Strong Earnings Potential - with Overtime, the ability to earn $60,000 - $75,000+/yr.
• Full Benefits include paid vacation & holidays, medical, dental, vision, life ins., short/long term disability, etc.
• The opportunity to make a positive impact on our people and our customers, every day.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Check all product and components with each job on the line for accuracy.
• Assign area of work for each packager on the line; check to make sure each person is performing his/her job duties.
• Complete line paperwork.
• Calculate hour efficiency and make necessary changes to line if adjustments are needed.
• Check quality of finished goods and call for quality assistance when questionable. Request maintenance on machinery when problems arise.
• Make sure the line is cleaned between jobs and at the end of the shift.
• Communicate any problems or concerns with the Shift Supervisor.
• Anticipate changes and act accordingly.
• Maintain efficient productivity rates while complying with safety, quality and GMP practices.
• Must be willing to work overtime & weekends.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent, Associates degree preferred.
• Prior working experience as a supervisor, leader or trainer strongly preferred.
• 2-4 yrs of previous experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment preferred.
• Good organizational skills and mathematical aptitude.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to be flexible, spontaneous, and fast-moving in an always-changing environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Reading, writing and speaking English is required for this position.
• Ability to work and adapt in a diverse environment where multiple languages are spoken.