Production Team Lead - Weekend Shift

Essity North America Inc.; Bordentown (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Job summary

Essity North America Inc. is seeking a Production Team Lead in Bordentown, NJ. You will coordinate daily manufacturing operations, manage priorities, and ensure safe, high-quality production through effective communication across teams.

The role starts with first-shift hands-on training, then moves to a weekend shift. A bilingual ability is a plus, with competitive pay and benefits including a quarterly bonus and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in a team coordination or administrative role with solid workflow understanding.
• Relevant experience in production or manufacturing environments.
• Basic literacy and math skills.
• Basic computer proficiency (data entry, email, documentation).
• Strong problem-solving abilities and good communication across teams.
• Supervisory experience is preferred; strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily production activities and prioritize tasks to meet goals.
• Provide operational support and ensure teams are equipped to complete tasks.
• Facilitate communication among team members and with other departments.
• Monitor safety, quality, and efficiency standards and drive improvements.
• Manage resources and track progress to ensure on-time completion.
• Lead onboarding and ongoing coaching for new and existing team members.

Skills

Team coordination

Strong communication

Problem solving

Basic computer skills

Interpersonal skills

Supervisory experience (preferred)

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Production Team Lead

Who We Are

Essity is a global leader in health and hygiene headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, and North American headquarters in Philadelphia, PA. We are a multi-billion-dollar company that is committed to breaking barriers to well-being through innovation in Professional Hygiene, Consumer Goods, and Health & Medical Solutions.

Working at Essity is not just a career, it’s where you’ll play your part in a better future, making the world a healthier, more hygienic, and safer place. With impactful innovations coupled with sustainable solutions, we strive to reach more people every year with the necessary and essential solutions for well-being. At Essity, there’s shared belonging and individual growth. Our culture grows with you.

About the Role

TheEssity Manufacturing Professional HygieneNorth America Converting Team is currently searching fora Production Team Lead.This role will be based outofourBordentown, NJfacility.

The Production Team Lead supports daily operations by coordinating activities, managing priorities, and facilitating communication across the team. This role provides administrative, operational, and production support to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing operations. Responsibilities include monitoring workflow, tracking progress toward goals, resolving routine issues, supporting equipment and process performance, and collaborating with cross-functional partners to drive productivity, safety, and continuous improvement.

The position hands-on training on the first shift Monday to Friday from 7AM to 3:30PM before moving into a Weekend shift Friday to Sunday from 5:00AM to 5:00PM.

What You Will Do

• An Employee with uncompromised commitment to our I Care journey which ensures a safe, healthy, and sustainable work environment.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure production orders are executed accurately and efficiently.
• Provide operational support, helping with the logistics and ensuring that the team is equipped to complete their tasks.
• Facilitate communication between team members and ensures everyone is aligned on tasks and schedules.
• Monitor adherence to safety, quality, and efficiency standards.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization and loss elimination.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives aligned with business needs.
• Manage resources (e.g., materials, equipment) effectively, demonstrating cost consciousness.
• Track the day-to-day progress of tasks and ensures that work is being completed on time and within expectations.
• Facilitate knowledge transfer within the team.
• Contribute to achieving team objectives.
• Work closely with other departments and stakeholders.
• Foster a positive and collaborative team environment.
• Ensures that resources (materials, tools, etc.) are available to the team.
• Anticipate future crew needs and plan accordingly (trials, c/o, coverage, training, EO work etc.).
• Lead onboarding and facilitate continuous learning & coaching for new and existing team members.

Who You Are

• High School Diploma, Technical School Degree, or equivalent.
• 1+ year of experience in a team coordination or administrative role with a solid understanding of operational workflows, task prioritization, and resource management.
• Relevant experience in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Basic literacy and math skills.
• Basic computer proficiency (data entry, email, documentation, etc.)
• Strong basic problem‑solving abilities.
• Good communication skills with the ability to interact effectively across teams.
• Experience in supervisory role with proven success in leading and motivating teams is preferred.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment. Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Commitment to maintaining quality standards throughout the production process.
• Safety Awareness
• Bilingual is a plus.

What We Can Offer You

Our purpose, Breaking Barriers to Well-Being, provides meaning to everything we do. Join us to improve well-being for people and drive positive changes for society and the environment. At Essity, you'll feel valued, empowered to grow, and challenged to achieve business results in a collaborative and open atmosphere. Innovate for Good | Excel Together | Be You with Us

Compensation and Benefits:

Starting Pay $25 to $29 per hour + quarterly bonus + full benefits.

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors such as knowledge, skills, and experience.

Along with competitive pay you will be eligible for the following benefits:

• United Healthcare PPO / EyeMed Vision Insurance / Delta Dental Insurance
• Wellness program provided through Rally
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) with employer match and annual employer base contribution
• Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program
• PTO offering with Paid Holidays
• Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance
• Employee discounts program
• Scholarship program for children of Essity employees.

The Company is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates and employees pursuant to applicable law. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

If you require reasonable accommodation as part of the application process please contact [e-mail]

Together, we are improving lives, every day

Working at Essity is not just a career; it is a chance to directly make the world a healthier, more hygienic and safer place. With impactful innovations coupled with sustainable solutions, we strive to reach more people every year with the necessary and essential solutions for well-being.