Packaging Team Lead II

Swiss American CDMO; Carrollton (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Swiss American CDMO in Carrollton, TX is seeking a Production Team Lead to oversee the packaging line, ensuring safe, compliant, and timely finished goods. You will coach operators, implement lean practices, and coordinate with cross-functional teams to meet quality and delivery goals.

The role requires strong communication, basic math, and the ability to train staff in standard procedures, with opportunities for growth into a supervisory role.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent. Supervisory experience a plus.
• 2-3 years of experience in packaging or manufacturing environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Basic Spanish language skills are a plus.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Capable of applying standardized work guidelines to safety, productivity, quality and delivery.
• Train employees in basic packaging skills and adherence to BOM notes and SOPs.
• Monitor safety and quality on the production floor and implement improvements.
• Coach and develop packaging team, assign tasks, and provide feedback.
• Ensure cleanliness and maintain lean practices and daily reports.

Job description

Job Details:

Job Location: Corporate - CARROLLTON, TX 75006, Position Summary: Team lead is responsible for the production floor by taking a leadership role with employees and ensuring that finished goods are produced in a safe, efficient, timely, and compliant manner meeting all FDA, GMP, ISO, OSHA, contract customer, and SAP policies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Capable of comprehending Standardized Work guidelines for labor, equipment, and materials, effectively applying them to attain team objectives related to safety, productivity, quality, and delivery.
• Proficient in the application of Plan-Do-Check-Adjust methodology, demonstrating expertise as a seasoned problem solver on the production floor.
• Must possess the ability to train employees in fundamental packaging skills, instructing them on proper adherence to BOM notes and Standard Procedures.
• Consistently evaluates the work environment for safety issues and challenges, proactively identifying and implementing effective solutions.
• Facilitates constructive communication between management, supervisors, the team, and cross-functional departments, contributing to a harmonious work environment.
• Demonstrates a positive attitude and a strong commitment to teamwork.
• Properly allocates data into the Electronic Batch Record by accurately filling out the necessary data fields.
• Completing the line clearance process prior to each production run to ensure that the production line and all associated products meet approval standards.
• Accountable for performing fundamental maintenance tasks such as handling change of Tapes, Sleeves, and Safety tabs.
• Conduct routine quality checks along the production lines throughout their operational duration to ensure seamless operations and adherence to quality standards.
• Capable of comprehending the production scheduling board and subsequently planning activities in alignment with the schedule.
• Ensuring their ability to work with critical information paperwork and adhering to appropriate documentation error checks within their teams.
• Must be able to safely operate a pallet jack.
• Ensure that their employees uphold cleanliness in their assigned areas both during their shift and at the end of it.
• Expected to successfully complete the lean certification class and provide daily coaching to their employees on lean manufacturing practices.
• Possess the capability to utilize the visual matrix effectively to closely monitor the productivity of each production line.
• Capable of managing the daily production board operations.
• Proficient in interpreting the Scheduling Board.
• The potential to grow into a supervisory level position.
• Should have the capacity to fill in for a supervisor, including tasks such as conducting meetings and preparing daily reports.
• The ability to work both on the inside and outside of the production lines.
• Capable of performing weekly performance evaluations for employees and overseeing the On-The-Job Training certification program for both new and existing staff members.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications: Essential Skills and Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
• 2-3 years of experience in a packaging or manufacturing environment.
• Supervisory experience is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Basic conversational Spanish is a plus.
• Basic mathematical skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to think critically and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to interpret and follow instructions effectively.
• Basic computer proficiency, including email and basic software applications.
• Lean training certification within 90 days of hire.
• Oversee and manage a team of packaging associates.
• Lead, motivate, and develop the packaging team.
• Assign tasks, monitor performance, and provide feedback.
• Address employee concerns and resolve issues.
• Ensure adherence to safety and quality standards.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand. The employee is occasionally required to walk. The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position.

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.