Production Line Lead

Yuny Incorporadora; Groveport (OH); On-site; USD 54,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

kdc/one Groveport seeks a Production Line Leader to oversee the filling and packaging line, training and guiding a team to maintain quality and on-time production.

You will manage day-to-day operations, ensure safety, drive continuous improvement, and coordinate with cross-functional teams across shifts. This role requires leadership, problem-solving, and hands-on supervision in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED strongly preferred.
• At least 2 years of manufacturing or production experience, OR 2 years of supervisory experience.
• Familiarity with FDA cGMPs, OSHA safety, SOPs, SAP, and HMI systems.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally and perform long periods of standing/walking.
• Work in a climate-controlled environment with moderate noise.
• Strong communication and leadership across shifts.

Responsibilities

• Lead production employees to meet shift goals with consistency and quality.
• Train team members on SOPs, WIs, good housekeeping, and safety protocols.
• Track scrap with precision and ensure proper disposal.
• Record production documentation and finished goods in SAP.
• Perform ongoing quality checks, appearance, torque, and weight.
• Coordinate closely with cross-functional departments on projects and changeovers.
• Investigate failures or deviations and uncover starting causes.
• Keep line and crew tidy, compliant, and ready.
• Promote safety and lead by example in adherence to OSHA, GMP, and company policies.
• Be a strong communicator and a trusted team leader across shifts.

Skills

Leadership

Team coordination

Problem solving

Multitasking

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

HMI systems

Job description

Production Line Leader

Location: kdc/one Groveport | Full-Time

Ready to lead from the front line? At kdc/one, we make beauty and personal care products for the world’s most popular brands and we’re looking for a Production Line Leader who can keep things running smoothly and safely

If you thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, love working with a team, and know how a production line functions, we want to meet you!

What You’ll Be Doing

As our Production Line Leader, you’ll oversee day-to-day operations across the filling and packaging line. You’ll train, guide, encourage, and work with your team to keep quality high, schedules on track, and production standards sharp.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead production employees to meet shift goals with consistency and quality.
• Train team members on SOPs, WIs, good housekeeping, and safety protocols.
• Track scrap with precision and make sure it’s disposed of correctly and properly.
• Record production documentation and finished goods in SAP.
• Perform ongoing quality checks, appearance, torque, and weight.
• Coordinate closely with cross-functional departments on projects and changeovers.
• Jump into investigations of failures or deviations and help uncover starting causes.
• Keep your line and your crew tidy, compliant, and always ready.
• Promote safety and lead by example in adherence to OSHA, GMP, and company policies.
• Be a strong communicator and a trusted team leader across your shifts.

Requirements You Need

• High School Diploma or GED strongly preferred.
• At least 2 years of manufacturing or production experience, OR 2 years of supervisory experience.
• Familiarity with FDA cGMPs, OSHA safety, SOPs, SAP, and HMI systems.
• Ability to multitask, solve problems, and get things done even on tight deadlines.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Long periods of standing, walking, bending, reaching, pushing/pulling.
• Work in a climate-controlled environment with moderate noise.
• Frequent interaction with motorized equipment (forklifts, electrical pallet jacks, etc.)
• Standard PPE requirements (hairnet, safety glasses, lab coat, etc.)

Why should you join kdc/one?

Better starts here. You’ll be a crucial role in a global operation where quality, creativity, and innovation happen. We have a fast-paced, high-energy team environment with room to grow!