Process Lead

IPG; Carbondale (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

IPG invites you to join a global leader in packaging and protective solutions. As a Process Lead on the coating and converting departments, you will oversee shift operations, ensure safety and quality, and drive productivity by monitoring performance hour by hour and coordinating with Operators.

IPG offers a collaborative environment with ongoing training and opportunities to grow within a long-standing industry.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe working environment and PPE is being worn.
• Must follow and perform all safety aspects related to this position.
• Must have knowledge of the product specializations and quality requirements.
• Spend time on the floor, check hour by hour to ensure performance.
• Engage Operators and communicate to ensure a positive work environment.
• Be available for Operators and ensure Operators have the resources needed.
• Evaluate issues and communicate with support departments as needed.
• Shift assignments based on customer demand and attendance.
• Shift schedules, DayForce, and time approvals.
• Ensure departments are clean and prepared for next shift.
• Communicate status and key items with the next shift.

Job description

Join the IPG Team!

Are you ready to elevate your career? At IPG, we are more than just a global leader in packaging and protective solutions—we are a community that values safety, people, passion, integrity, performance, and teamwork. From tapes and films to packaging and protective products, as well as engineered coated materials and advanced packaging machinery, we develop innovative solutions that protect the world. Now, we are expanding our global team and looking for talented individuals like you!

Summary of Position

Process Leads are responsible for the execution of duties on their assigned shift for the coating and converting departments. This includes being responsible for operators working safely and producing quality products while meeting the daily production needs.

Position Requirements

• Ensure a safe working environment and PPE is being worn.
• Must follow and perform all safety aspects related to this position.
• Must have knowledge of the product specializations and quality requirements.
• Spend time on the floor, check hour by hour to ensure performance.
• Engage Operators and communicate to ensure a positive work environment.
• Be available for Operators and ensure Operators have the resources needed.
• Evaluate issues and communicate with support departments as needed.
• Shift assignments based on customer demand and attendance.
• Shift schedules, DayForce, and time approvals.
• Ensure departments are clean and prepared for next shift.
• Communicate status and key items with the next shift.

Why Choose IPG?

At IPG, you will find more than just a job—you will find a place where your success is our success. We pride ourselves on a culture built around strong relationships, where every team member plays a crucial role in our growth. Whether it is through cross-department collaboration, continuous training, or sustainability-driven initiatives, we create an environment where you can thrive.

Our commitment to sustainability influences everything we do, from designing eco-friendly products to minimizing waste in our production processes. We are dedicated to building a greener future while providing safe, supportive workplaces for our people.

With over 40 years of industry expertise and a proven track record of growth and innovation, IPG offers a stable, secure environment where you can flourish!

We offer competitive pay, extensive benefits that support you and your family, and exciting career development opportunities. Whether you are looking to enhance your skills or advance your career, we offer ongoing training and the support you need to succeed. Think big, dream bigger, and make an impact with IPG.