Production Lead

Menasha Corporation; Edwardsville (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

Menasha Packaging is seeking a Floor Lead to oversee production line leadership and ensure the floor operates productively while maintaining GMP and safety standards. The role includes training new Line Leads and coordinating with the Quality Department to achieve positive production results.

You will manage line workers, monitor job progress, and handle documentation in the Warehouse Management System, enabling on-time orders and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 1 year of related warehouse/production experience.
• Must be able to work overtime and weekends as required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and train Line Leads in production processes.
• Oversee on the production floor to ensure safe and productive operations.
• Collaborate with Quality and other departments to meet deadlines.
• Perform hourly checks and ensure accurate documentation in WMS.

Skills

Line leadership

Safety awareness

Quality focus

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

WMS handhelds

Job description

ABOUT US (AND OUR EXCITING FUTURE)

Menasha Corporation is all about possibilities. Our two businesses, Menasha Packaging and ORBIS Corporation, are leaders in their industries, providing corrugated and plastic packaging products and related services to major global companies.

Our employees make the difference, proving that great ideas, collaboration and quality turn possibilities into success. Working at Menasha Corporation means that your insights provide cutting-edge solutions for our customers. If you like to make things happen and are passionate about what you do, you’re going to want to be here.

Join us and become part of the power behind possible.

About The Opportunity

The Floor Lead ensures an acceptable finished product for our customer. The person in this position is responsible for overseeing of the production line leaders and that the floor operates in a productive manner. The Floor Lead is also responsible for directing and training all new Line Leads in the production processes, safety and Good Manufacturing Processes (GMPs).

Essential Functions:

• Demonstrate commitment to safety and perform job duties in accordance with company safety policies and procedures

• Demonstrate commitment to quality and perform job duties in adherence to GMP guidelines

• Supervise and train all Line Leads in the production process

• Serve as a backup to the Production Supervisor

• Work in conjunction with the Quality Department for positive production results

• Conduct inspection of the product every hour or more frequently if the job is complex or critical in its design or use

• Keep abreast of the rates of the jobs running on the production line

• Responsible for work packets being filled out correctly, accurately, and on time

• Maintain a professional demeanor and performance in supervision of staff

• Communicate with other departments to ensure customer order deadlines are met

• Perform all computer functions in Warehouse Management System (WMS) to include: delete and complete orders, adjust LPN’s, verify quantities produced, print and adjust PTS reports, and verify quantities produced

• Process information and merchandise through computer system

• Understand department communication systems, schedules, time/attendance system and job reporting requirements

• Assist the Line Leads with Item completion, ordering to the line, opening the shift, closing the shift, and reclaim

• Initiate or suggest plans to motivate workers to achieve work goals

• Assist in balancing Line Lead production hours, as well as verification of all analytical data at end of shift

• Identifies equipment needs and set up lines accordingly

• Recommend measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product

• Coordinate manpower requirements by increasing or decreasing personnel and overtime to meet changing conditions

• Analyze and resolves work problems, or assist workers in solving work problems

• Perform hourly checks during shift to maintain efficiencies

• Mentor and develop line leads, and share expertise with others

• Responsible for enforcing and obtaining all aspects of the line lead function

• Assist the Line Leads in training Line Workers

• Perform other duties as assigned by management/supervisors

Performance Measures & Outcomes:

• Adherence to safety policies and procedures

• Quality of work

• Production goals

Additional Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Safety sensitive position – ability to work in a constant state of alertness and a safe manner

• Ability to work overtime and weekends as required based upon the needs of the business

• Ability to work on a rotating shift as needed

• Ability to effectively work in teams

• Ability to work in a production-based environment with moving equipment and people

• Ability to interact and communicate effectively with a wide variety of roles

• Ability to lead/supervise large groups of associates

• Understanding of quality standards, methods and reporting as required

• Demonstrate a “team player” demeanor

• Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills

• Ability to plan in advance for production in assigned areas

• Ability to interpret instructions (both verbal and written)

• Ability to produce at a high level through assigned staff

• Ability to work with plant management for required results

• Ability to perform all computer functions as they pertain to the job

• Knowledge of WMS (Warehouse Management System) and ability to operate WMS handhelds

• Must possess good interpersonal skills

• Must be familiar with production line set up and efficiencies

Work Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum 1 year of related experience or training in warehouse production

Physical Requirements & Work Environment:

• Time spent in a production and/or warehouse setting
• Occasional lifting up to 25 lbs
• Frequent walking/standing required

All Menasha Packaging employees must conduct their work in a manner that complies with all legal standards and meets customer expectations. They will maintain quality standards by establishing, enforcing and adhering to organizational standards set forth in published policies, procedures and processes.

The above statements reflect the general details necessary to describe the principle functions of the occupation described and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the occupation.

Menasha Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the company will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with employer.

The expected salary range for this position is $22- $27/hour (plus applicable shift differential). This role is also eligible for an annual incentive plan and for a full benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; basic term life, AD&D, Short and Long term disability; EAP; 401(k) retirement savings plan; PTO and paid holidays.

Two companies, one vision.

Menasha Corporation consists of two companies that are leading the way to a sustainable future with packaging and supply chain solutions. Founded in 1849 and headquartered in Neenah, Wisconsin, we employ over 7,500 employees in 112 facilities in North America and Europe.

Our companies are leading corrugated and plastic packaging manufacturers and supply chain solution providers. Our Menasha Packaging Company is the largest independent provider of packaging and supply chain service solutions in North America, designing, printing, and fulfilling graphic packaging, display and merchandising solutions for over 1,800 brands, both in-store and online.

Our ORBIS business believes there is a better way to optimize today’s supply chains, with reusable packaging products and services. Reusable containers, pallets, dunnage, bulk systems and metal racks improve the flow product all along the supply chain to reduce costs, enhance profitability and add sustainability.

Our products and services are used by global, name-brand companies in the food, beverage, health and beauty, over-the-counter pharmaceutical, industrial, automotive, and electronics industries.

Come build an exciting, rewarding career with us, where you’ll have opportunities to grow.

The possibilities are endless. The power is yours!

Menasha Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will be provided with equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or genetic information.