Line Lead - 2nd Shift

Petiq; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

PetIQ in Omaha, NE is seeking a Line Lead to be the first point of contact for production line workers. You will assign tasks, train staff on SOPs, and ensure smooth daily operations on the line.

You will monitor production, adjust assignments, perform basic machine adjustments, complete paperwork, and lead a small team while maintaining safety and quality standards. This role requires 2–5 years in a lead role, a High School diploma, proficiency with Microsoft Office, and a willingness to work

Qualifications

• 2–5 years' experience in a lead or supervisory position in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions and procedures.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and basic math.

Responsibilities

• Assigns workers to workstations and communicates job orders.
• Trains line workers on procedures and equipment for daily runs.
• Monitors production and adjusts line assignments, materials, and machine operation.
• Prepares paperwork for line checks, skid tickets, and quality checks.
• Maintains production line standards and safety, and leads a small team.

Skills

Team leadership

Microsoft Office

Reading & writing

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

The Line Lead is the first point of contact for production line workers. They are responsible for the routine communication of job assignments, training for specific product runs, and placement of Line Workers in assignments as required for the day. They coordinate activities of workers engaged in machine operating, packing, inspecting, and other processes by performing the following duties:

Schedule:

Monday-Thursday 4:30pm - 2:30am

Essential Functions and Job Duties:

• Collaborates with Spider to verify components for job order are the correct components and are available at production line.
• Assigns workers to workstations to meet production requirements.
• Monitors production and adjusts work assignments, supply of material, and machine operation when necessary.
• Transports materials between production line, staging and return staging areas.
• Review job order instructions with Line team members.
• Train Line team members on the procedures / equipment needed to assemble products per assigned role for the day.
• Performs basic adjustments on various machines.
• Performs basic line / job change-over operations
• Prepare paperwork for skid tickets, line checks, and quality checks
• Update production metrics on hourly production whiteboard
• Refers extensive machine repairs to maintenance personnel.
• Notifies Spider / Material Handler to bring additional components for production line as needed
• Instruct Line Workers to clean up production line during and end of production; responsible to keep line clean of any debris at all times
• Complete final paperwork and ensure content is accurate per Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
• Perform quality checks of the line
• Periodically recalibrates test equipment / scales
• Required to maintain production line standards
• May lead a team of 2-9 employees
• Perform other duties as needed or assigned

Minimal Qualifications :

• Knowledge of computers and programs contained with Microsoft Office.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Ability to use a counting scale.
• Able to participate in a team-oriented environment, willingness to assist and train others.
• Demonstrate safe behavior and support department/plant Safety goals in a continuous improvement process.
• Able to work a flexible schedule, including overtime, weekends before and after schedule as needed.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write end of job reports and correspondence.
• 2-5 years' experience in a lead or supervisory position in a manufacturing environment.

Education Requirements:

• High School diploma or GED equivalent.

Company Overview:

Our Mission is to become the most trusted ally for pet parents and a leading authority in pet health and wellbeing. Our promise is to deliver smarter health and wellbeing solutions that are innovative, accessible, educational and always effective.

Why join the PetIQ Team?

We have an incredible culture built on our core values that are embedded in everything we do. Our values are:

• Pet Parent Focused: Everything we do starts with the pet parent in mind. We’re dedicated to improving pet health and wellbeing through every interaction, product, and service we provide.
• Results Oriented: We deliver with purpose and follow through with clarity, accountability, and impact—because results matter for our teams, our partners, and the pets we serve.
• Humble and Hungry: We bring passion and confidence without ego. We’re always learning, improving, and striving to do better—for ourselves, our teams, and our customers.
• Adaptive & Agile: We embrace change, move fast, and use it as our next advantage in creating innovative solutions for pets and their families.
• Stronger as a Pack: Collaboration is at the heart of how we work. We help each other win, because we know exceptional teams build something greater than any one of us could alone

PetIQ is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race (including traits historically associated with race, including hair texture and protective hairstyles, such as afros, braids, locks, and twists), creed, caste, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin (including ancestry), genetics, physical or mental disability (including obesity, HIV, or hepatitis C status), age, marital status, or honorably discharged veteran or military status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

By submitting this application, I certify that my answers are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. If this application leads to employment, I understand that false or misleading information in my application or interview may result in my release.

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PetIQ is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race (including traits historically associated with race, including hair texture and protective hairstyles, such as afros, braids, locks, and twists), creed, caste, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin (including ancestry), genetics, physical or mental disability (including obesity, HIV, or hepatitis C status), age, marital status, or honorably discharged veteran or military status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.