Production Team Lead - Drive Safety, Quality & Growth

Pregis

Elgin (IL)

On-site

USD 74,501,000 - 88,828,000

Full time

11 hours ago
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Job summary

Pregis is hiring a Production Team Lead in Elgin, IL to oversee daily manufacturing operations and lead production staff. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and achieving production goals in a hands-on leadership capacity.

You will provide direction, training, and support while promoting a safe, productive, and team-oriented environment. The position requires strong communication and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
  • Manufacturing experience required; leadership experience preferred.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to lead by example and motivate a team.
  • Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
  • Basic computer and reporting skills.
  • Able to stand for long periods in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure product quality, labeling, packaging, and traceability standards are met while addressing quality issues, supporting daily production goals, and monitoring scrap and production performance.
  • Ensure daily equipment inspections and AM tasks are completed, promptly elevate equipment issues, and support maintenance activities to minimize downtime.
  • Lead production employees by setting clear expectations for safety, quality, and productivity while promoting teamwork, accountability, and effective communication.
  • Support onboarding, training, and cross-training efforts while communicating priorities, safety concerns, and shift handoff information to ensure smooth operations.
  • Maintain proper material flow, prevent material shortages and mix-ups, and support 5S standards by keeping work areas clean, organized, and safe.
  • Complete production, scrap, downtime, and quality documentation, ensure work orders are completed on time, and support continuous improvement and standard work practices.

Job description

Pregis is hiring a Production Team Lead in Elgin, IL to oversee daily manufacturing operations and lead production staff. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and achieving production goals in a hands-on leadership capacity.

You will provide direction, training, and support while promoting a safe, productive, and team-oriented environment. The position requires strong communication and a commitment to continuous improvement.

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