Pack End Lead - Manufacturing - $2,000 Sign On Bonus - SECOND Shift

Alene Candles; Milford (NH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

401(k) with company match

Life Insurance

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Alene Gives Back

Job summary

Alene Candles is hiring a Pack End Lead to manage the second shift on our on-site Milford, NH production line. The role includes supervising line operators, coordinating with maintenance and material handlers, and ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency targets are met.

The position pays $25.00 per hour plus a $1.00 per hour shift differential. A $2,000 sign-on bonus is offered, split into two payments following 90 days of service. Overtime may be available during busy seasons.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in a manufacturing lead or supervisory role.
• Ability to read and follow Manufacturing Assembly Procedures.
• Strong attention to safety and quality standards.
• Experience with wax-based production preferred.
• Proven data entry and paperwork accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct all production line operators on the Pack End line.
• Set up machines and equipment; coordinate with Pack Technician & Material Handlers.
• Maintain 5S practices and a clean, safe work environment.
• Monitor production goals and line efficiency; implement improvements as needed.
• Assist with candle making activities to avoid downtime when required.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Shift leadership

Data entry

Quality control

Wax knowledge

Tools

Industrial machines

Hand tools

Job description

Pack End Lead - Manufacturing - $2,000 Sign On Bonus - SECOND Shift

Job Category: Manufacturing

Requisition Number: PACKE001540

• Posted : October 1, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site
• Rate : $25 USD per hour

Locations

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Description

Who We Are

Alene Candles LLC & Midwest is a private label, contract manufacturer that produces high-quality candles for some of the world’s most recognized retail, boutique, and cosmetic brands. With our headquarters in New Hampshire and locations in Ohio, we’ve been in business for over 25 years. We are passionate about making the best products in the world, making safety our number one priority, and being an insanely great place to work. We have been selected as a "Best Company to Work For" in 2020 and 2021 and 2023 Business of the Year for Manufacturing.

The Hours

A Pack End Lead works Monday - Thursday, 3:15pm - 1:15am, although that can change slightly depending on the needs of the business. During our busy season we anticipate there being some Overtime available. Busy season is happening now and we anticipate it running through October. The final two weeks of the year, we are shut down for the holidays and inventory. During this time we cannot guarantee full time hours for our employees.

The Pay

The Pack End Line Lead position pays $25.00/hour. Please note that this includes your $1.00/hour shift differential for working 2nd shift.

In addition, we are offering a $2,000 sign on bonus, split into two payments. The first payment of $1,000 will be included in your first paycheck, and the final $1,000 payment will be paid in your first check after completing 90 days of service.

The Location

We are located at 51 Scarborough Lane, Milford, NH. This position is onsite.

Additional Job Details

• Follows and complies with all safety rules and regulations. Maintains individual work area/equipment in a neat, orderly manner. Detects and reports improper operations, faulty equipment/ tooling, defective materials and unusual conditions to material lead or supervisor.
• Follow 5s guidelines
• Maintain clean work environment keeping floor and isle was clear of all trash and obstacles. (Production Floor & Production lines)
• Report all unsafe work areas to Production Supervision.
• Expectations are to constantly be observing and promote changes, improvements and sustaining these changes.
• Performs activities of candle maker when assigned to assist or relieve on an individual basis to avoid shutdown.
• Data entry into computer system, logging pallets, accounting for scrapped parts & assemblies & conducting in process quality inspections and completing applicable paperwork as well as compliance with quality control methods.
• Flexibility to run all production lines as required.
• Working with the Pack Technician to set up machines and equipment; communicate with Pack Technician & Material Handlers to assure timely and accurate retrieval of necessary materials to maintain production levels.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Ability to read / understand Manufacturing Assembly Procedures as well as deviations if necessary.
• Ability to organize and monitor work flow while achieving quality, efficiency & daily goals.
• Maximize line efficiency with minimal direction
• Ability to identify issues quickly and implement solutions as needed
• Spot defects and identify root cause
• Shop Order signoffs
• Follow 5s guidelines
• Resolve personnel issues on line
• Identify solutions & recommend actions
• Ability to lead & direct all production line operators
• Use of all hand tools as needed and ability to utilize hand jack when necessary.
• Knowledge of wax types & characteristics
• Coordinate corrective action with minimal supervision
• Knowledge and ability to operate various machines
• Ability to communicate equipment issues to maintenance & supervisors and ability to work well with multiple departments
• Effective verbal & written communication skills to deliver valuable teamwork.

Education required:

Range of Experience:

• 1-2 years of experience in manufacturing environment
• Previous lead or supervisory experience
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Ability to understand quality control methods.
• Ability to use various machines and practical skills.

Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge of the products manufactured in the factory.
• Good communication skills to deliver valuable teamwork.
• Able to follow and execute instructions.
• Accurate, patient, careful, responsible, and quick and alert.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

The physical demands and environmental characteristics described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to handle or touch; reach, talk, hear and smell. The employee may be required to, kneel, crouch, sit, climb or balance. The employee may lift and/or move up to more than 50 pounds with assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, strong aromas, and near heat lamps. The employee is occasionally exposed airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate (hearing protection is offered)

Alene offers a host of competitive benefits for full-time employees, some of which include: Medical, Dental, and Vision with a Healthcare Reimbursement Account, 401(k) with company match, Basic Life Insurance (100% company paid), Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Account, Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off, Paid Maternity and Parental Leave, Voluntary PTO Donation Program, Tuition Reimbursement and “Alene Gives Back” – our paid volunteer program.

Alene Candles provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Should you require assistance completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact [e-mail] or call 603-673-5050 and ask to speak to Human Resources. We will make every effort to accommodate your needs in a reasonable amount of time.

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