Line Lead - Packaging Operations & Line Efficiency

Korpack; St. Charles (IL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Korpack is seeking a Line Lead to own and optimize one production line on site in the western Chicago suburbs. You will drive line efficiency, ensure output matches work orders, and coordinate with operators and temporary staff to meet daily plans.

This role emphasizes on-the-floor leadership with minimal ERP duties, focusing on line performance, safety, and quality checks while coaching a mixed-experience team.

Qualifications

• 1–2+ years in production/packaging with informal or formal lead experience.
• Bilingual English/Spanish a plus.
• A quality eye — you notice when something is off before it becomes a problem.
• Clear, calm communication with a crew of mixed experience levels.

Responsibilities

• Set up and run your line to the daily plan; direct operators and temp associates on the line.
• Verify work order instructions, components, and labeling before and during runs.
• Track hourly output vs. run-rate standard; adjust and elevate to keep pace.
• Perform and enforce quality checks; stop the line for conformity issues.
• Coach new operators on line standards and safe operation.

Skills

Lead experience

Bilingual English/Spanish

Quality awareness

Clear communication

Job description

Korpack is seeking a Line Lead to own and optimize one production line on site in the western Chicago suburbs. You will drive line efficiency, ensure output matches work orders, and coordinate with operators and temporary staff to meet daily plans.

This role emphasizes on-the-floor leadership with minimal ERP duties, focusing on line performance, safety, and quality checks while coaching a mixed-experience team.