Production Team Lead: Safety, Quality & Team Excellence

Pregis; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Pregis in Elgin, IL is seeking a Production Team Lead to oversee daily manufacturing operations, ensure safety and quality, and drive production goals. This hands-on leadership role provides direction, training, and support while promoting a collaborative, high‑performing team.

The ideal candidate will have manufacturing experience, leadership ability, and strong communication skills, with a focus on safety, quality, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment.

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.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Ensure product quality, labeling, packaging, and traceability standards are met.
• 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.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Safety compliance

Problem solving

Training / coaching

Team motivation

Detail oriented

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Pregis in Elgin, IL is seeking a Production Team Lead to oversee daily manufacturing operations, ensure safety and quality, and drive production goals. This hands-on leadership role provides direction, training, and support while promoting a collaborative, high‑performing team.

The ideal candidate will have manufacturing experience, leadership ability, and strong communication skills, with a focus on safety, quality, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment.