Packing Production Technician - Lean & Quality Focus

the LEGO Group

Richmond (VA)

On-site

Confidential

Full time

9 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Climate-controlled environment

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays and paid time off

Job summary

The LEGO Group is seeking a Packing Manufacturing Technician to support fast-paced production lines, ensuring safety, quality, and continuous improvement. You will work with supervisors, team leads, and operators to remove obstacles, optimize workflows, and maintain high manufacturing standards.

Ideal candidates have 2–4 years in manufacturing, strong mechanical skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Qualifications

2–4 years of experience in manufacturing or high-speed production.
Strong mechanical aptitude with troubleshooting skills.
Knowledge of manufacturing safety practices and quality standards.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Basic to intermediate computer skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Flexible to work a 2-2-3 rotating schedule and overtime as needed.
Regular, reliable attendance.

Responsibilities

Support supervisors, team leads, and operators by removing production obstacles and improving workflow.
Monitor production lines to ensure safety, quality, and production goals are met.
Perform root cause analysis and assist with troubleshooting manufacturing issues.
Participate in safety investigations and help implement corrective actions.
Promote and maintain compliance with all safety procedures including LOTO, risk assessments, emergency procedures, and proactive safety initiatives.
Conduct quality inspections, quality walks, audits, and support product quality investigations.
Monitor hourly production performance and elevate issues when necessary.
Support production planning by maximizing equipment efficiency and minimizing downtime.
Track labor efficiency, production metrics, scrap, and material usage.
Execute Autonomous Maintenance activities and Process Confirmation programs.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing and 5S principles.
Assist with employee training and onboarding within the production area.
Participate in equipment installations, process improvements, and production-related projects.
Maintain a collaborative work environment while supporting LEGO’s values of imagination, creativity, learning, quality, and caring.