Operations Line Lead 2nd Shift

Praxis Packaging; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Praxis Packaging in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a 2nd Shift Line Lead to be the hub of talent development on the production floor. You will mentor line staff, assign tasks, check quality, and drive line efficiency while upholding safety and GMP standards.

Training pay starts at $23/hour, advancing to $25/hour upon certification, with plentiful overtime. Top performers can earn $70,000+ annually while building a long-term career in manufacturing leadership.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising or leading a team in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are required.
• Reading, writing and speaking English is required; ability to work with diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Check all product and components for accuracy on the line.
• Assign work areas and verify each packager performs duties.
• Complete line paperwork and monitor hour efficiency.
• Ensure quality, call for assistance when needed and request maintenance as required.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety with GMP compliance; communicate issues to supervisor.

Skills

Mentoring

Task delegation

Quality checks

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associates degree preferred

Job description

Overview

Step into a leadership role where your potential drives your future. As a 2nd Shift Line Lead, you'll serve as the hub of talent development on the production floor, gaining the skills and experience needed to advance throughout the organization. Earn $23/hour during training and move immediately to $25/hour upon certification. With plentiful overtime opportunities, top performers can easily earn $70,000+ annually while building a long-term career in manufacturing leadership.

Responsibilities

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

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.

Pay Range

USD $23.00 - USD $25.00 /Hr.