Manufacturing Lead

Radius Packaging; New Berlin (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Vacation and company-paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Bonus potential

Company-paid life insurance

Disability coverage

FSA health & dependent care flexible…

Health savings accounts

Training and development opportunities

Referral bonus program

Job summary

Radius Packaging is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Lead to support our production team on a rotating day shift. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, mentors others, and is passionate about quality and continuous improvement.

You will operate and troubleshoot automated packing lines, supervise line start-ups, ensure GMP and Food Safety standards, and drive improvements with 6S and defect reduction initiatives.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Team player with ability to mentor others.
• Ability to work with little supervision.
• At least 1 year in manufacturing with quality control practices.
• Experience as backup to a supervisor.
• Ability to operate equipment/tools relevant to the job.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Ability to read and understand English.
• Preferred: experience in fast-paced manufacturing.
• Preferred: technical experience operating automated equipment.
• Familiarity with Microsoft apps and Apple iPad devices.

Responsibilities

• Act as back-up to the Shift Supervisor during absences or as needed.
• Train and mentor Line Operators, Machine Technicians, and temporary staff.
• Coordinate breaks and ensure adequate shift coverage.
• Foster a culture of safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Operate and troubleshoot automated packing lines, robotics, and labeling equipment.
• Support visual inspections and final packaging across manual, automated, and semi-automated lines.
• Assist with inventory movement, rework, and general operational tasks.
• Oversee line startup verification, in-process inspections, and lab testing.
• Document and communicate quality measurements and incidents.
• Support rework processes, defect tracking, and spec sheet reviews.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, Food Safety, and Food Quality standards.
• Participate in 6S and other improvement initiatives.
• Identify root causes of defects and contribute to corrective actions.
• Support development of quality metrics and tools.
• Assist other teams with open tasks and projects as needed.

Skills

Team leadership

Mentoring

Quality control

Problem solving

Safety compliance

Equipment operation

English proficiency

Fast-paced environment

Manufacturing support

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Robotics operation

Automated packing lines

Job description

Manufacturing Lead – Day Shift (4/4 day/12 hour shift)

Employment Type: Full-Time, Hourly

About The Role

We’re seeking a hands-on, proactive Manufacturing Lead to support our production team on a rotating day shift. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, enjoys mentoring others, and is passionate about quality and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Mentorship

• Act as back-up to the Shift Supervisor during absences or as needed.
• Train and mentor Line Operators, Machine Technicians, and temporary staff.
• Coordinate breaks and ensure adequate shift coverage.
• Foster a culture of safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
  

Production Support

• Operate and troubleshoot automated packing lines, robotics, and labeling equipment.
• Support visual inspections and final packaging across manual, automated, and semi-automated lines.
• Assist with inventory movement, rework, and general operational tasks.
  

Quality Assurance

• Oversee line startup verification, in-process inspections, and lab testing.
• Document and communicate quality measurements and incidents.
• Support rework processes, defect tracking, and spec sheet reviews.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, Food Safety, and Food Quality standards.
  

Continuous Improvement

• Participate in 6S and other improvement initiatives.
• Identify root causes of defects and contribute to corrective actions.
• Support development of quality metrics and tools.
• Assist other teams with open tasks and projects as needed.
  

Why Radius?

Radius Packaging Has Been Named a Top Workplace By The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel For The Past Two Consecutive Years—a Testament To The Strong, Dynamic Culture We’ve Built. At The Heart Of Our Success Is “The Radius Way,” Our Set Of Core Values And Guiding Principles

• Champion Positive Change
• Act with Integrity
• Strive for Excellence
• Emphasize Community
• Work Together
  

Our culture is fueled by a shared sense of purpose and brought to life by the passionate, dedicated individuals who give their best each day.

We Offer a Comprehensive Benefits Package Including

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Vacation and company-paid holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Bonus potential
• Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage
• FSA health & dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Health savings accounts
• Training and development opportunities
• Referral bonus program
  

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Be a team player that can train/mentor others to support long-term learning and engagement.
• Ability to perform with little to no supervision.
• At least one year of experience in a manufacturing environment actively working with relatable quality control practices.
• Ability to perform as the back up to the supervisor.
• Must be able to operate the proper equipment/tools related to the job in your work area.
• Must have a reliable means of transportation.
• Must be able to read and understand English.
• Preferred: Previous experience working in a fast-paced, manufacturing environment.
• Preferred: Technical experience in operating automated equipment.
• Able to follow internal and external rules, policies, and guidelines independently while working as part of a cohesive production team.
• Familiarity with basic business computers, Microsoft applications and Apple iPad devices and applications.
  

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to stand and walk for long periods of time and lift/carry up to 30 to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to use fingers, hands, and arms for regular tasks.
• Must be able to climb steps, have good hand-eye coordination, and bend/squat.
• Must be able to wear proper Personal Protective Equipment.
• Must be able to operate effectively in temperatures ranging from 60 to 110 F.
• Must be capable of visually detecting defects, depth, colors, variances, and see objects.