Production Lead – Packaging Floor, Line Owner & Coach

International Packaging Inc; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage (ICHRA)

Employer-paid dental

Vision coverage

Disability coverage

PTO and paid holidays

401(k) with 3% Safe Harbor

Job summary

International Packaging, Inc. is seeking a Production Lead to oversee daily production on assigned lines at our Minneapolis/Brooklyn Park location. You will ensure materials, equipment, and documentation are ready for production, while maintaining safety and quality standards.

The role requires 2+ years in manufacturing/packaging, strong communication, and a team-oriented mindset. Shifts include 1st and 2nd, with competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of manufacturing and/or packaging experience.
• Demonstrated ability to meet goals and deadlines.
• Detail-oriented with a solutions-focused mindset.
• Familiarity with standard safety protocols around machinery.
• Positive, coachable, and team-oriented attitude.
• Reliable transportation and consistent attendance.
• Spanish language skills are a huge plus.

Responsibilities

• Review job tickets and communicate effectively with production team members.
• Take ownership of one production line, work center, or assigned production job.
• Arrive before shift start to ensure materials, staffing, equipment, and documentation are ready for production.
• Confirm job specifications and production line setup for efficient and accurate operations to hit expected run rates.
• Ensure all required materials are available and communicate material needs with Warehouse personnel.
• Set up production employees and temporary staff at the beginning of each shift.
• Train and support employees and temporary staff to maintain safe, effective, and consistent job performance.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for assigned equipment, work centers, and production processes.
• Work within the pack-out area while maintaining ownership of overall line performance.
• Monitor production run rates and productivity throughout the shift.
• Monitor product quality and ensure finished goods meet customer specifications.
• Identify and resolve production issues quickly and effectively to maintain expected production deliverables.
• Prepare upcoming jobs by organizing materials and reviewing production requirements prior to production.
• Complete daily production paperwork with accuracy and timeliness.
• Maintain accurate production counts for all projects, including documenting and tracking rejects.

Skills

Communication skills

Team-oriented

Spanish language

Reliable transportation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

International Packaging, Inc. is seeking a Production Lead to oversee daily production on assigned lines at our Minneapolis/Brooklyn Park location. You will ensure materials, equipment, and documentation are ready for production, while maintaining safety and quality standards.

The role requires 2+ years in manufacturing/packaging, strong communication, and a team-oriented mindset. Shifts include 1st and 2nd, with competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.