Packaging Lead: Lead a Safe, High-Impact Packaging Line

Simplot Company; Pasco (WA); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) savings plan

10 Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Relocation Assistance

Education Assistance

Job summary

The Simplot Company is seeking a Packaging Lead to oversee daily packaging operations and mentor the packaging crew in a high-volume facility in Pasco, WA. You will help maintain safety, coordinate with other departments, and drive packaging efficiency.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent, mechanical aptitude, and experience with MS Office. The role requires the ability to work in refrigerated and frozen environments, lead a team, and perform under pressure.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred two years plus related experience.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Good knowledge of computer systems including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to balance multiple tasks, be flexible and work well under pressure.
• Ability to work in refrigerated environments and frozen environments.
• Ability to lead a group of employees.

Responsibilities

• Organizes and supervises packaging personnel and the start up and continuous operation of the packaging equipment on a shift.
• Communicates with other departments to ensure a quality product is being delivered to our customer.
• Plans and coordinates the packaging activities with Packaging Department Management.
• Assists in setting production goals and help packaging department achieve goals.
• Ensures that packaging personnel is working safely and the safe operation of packaging equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Team leadership

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Simplot Company is seeking a Packaging Lead to oversee daily packaging operations and mentor the packaging crew in a high-volume facility in Pasco, WA. You will help maintain safety, coordinate with other departments, and drive packaging efficiency.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent, mechanical aptitude, and experience with MS Office. The role requires the ability to work in refrigerated and frozen environments, lead a team, and perform under pressure.