Repack Line Lead

Americold; Lula (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Americold in Lula, GA is seeking a Warehouse Lead to supervise production lines, manage packers, and ensure quality across the packing process. You will oversee line performance, track work orders in the WMS, and coordinate with supervisors to maintain efficiency on shift.

The role requires at least 1 year of warehouse experience with leadership exposure, a willingness to work a second shift, and reliable transportation.

Qualifications

• 1 year of warehouse/production experience required.
• 1 year of experience in a lead or supervisory role preferred.
• Previous customer service experience a plus.
• Reliable transportation is required.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversees multiple lines of packers/baggers and equipment to ensure line performance.
• Maintains product packing accuracy and quality control.
• Keeps accurate records in the Warehouse Management System (WMS).
• Pre-shift inspections and communication of daily needs to supervisors.
• Assigns workers, verifies orders, and tracks performance in WMS.

Skills

Leadership

Production supervision

Quality control

WMS familiarity

Tools

WMS

Job description

• Locations 3801 Cornelia Hwy, Lula, GA, 30554, US (On-site)
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift 2nd
• Workdays Monday - Friday
• Shift Start Hours 05:0 PM
• Shift End Hours 04:00 AM
• Travel Required No
• Travel Frequency 0-25%
• Temp Conversion? No

About Us

Join the Cold Chain That Feeds the World.

For over 120 years, Americold has connected producers, processors, distributors, and retailers to ensure food stays safe, fresh, and accessible. With 240+ facilities across four continents and 14,000+ team members, we’re a global leader in temperature-controlled logistics. Our mission is to help our customers feed the world – and we’re looking for people who share that purpose. We value customer service, innovation, and inclusion, and we invest in our people’s growth and well-being. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in a company that puts people first, Americold is the place for you.

Job Description

Primary Responsibility :

Oversees multiple lines of packers/baggers and equipment to ensure line is performing at optimal performance. Oversees product being packed and performs quality control to ensure proper repacking and/or repackaging is being done. Ensures finished product is complete. Maintains associated documentation in Warehouse Management System (WMS).

What You’ll Do :

• 15 minutes prior to shift, reviews work orders and performs pre-shift inspection of production floor and materials used during production
• Identifies problems/bottlenecks in production processes and works to resolve issues
• Communicates with supervisors about the day’s needs and priorities
• Greets and assigns packers to their positions for the day, and gets line operational ASAP
• After check-in process is complete, begins working on production floor
• Verifies all necessary information on work orders, distributes work orders, reviews work orders with material handling and quality control teams, and ensures work orders are completed in computer
• Uses WMS to track inventory movements within facility
• Scans in/out workers on WMS, ensures employees return to line from lunch breaks, and monitors and reports on their performance
• Reinforces and ensures compliance with all company and food safety programs, procedures and policies; provides on-floor coaching when necessary
• Follows all GMPs with regard to handling the product and rework
• Ensures all products are produced in compliance with company standards and applicable laws
• Maintains proper housekeeping
• Performs other duties as required

What Experience and Education You Need :

• 1 year of warehouse/production experience required
• 1 year of experience in a lead or supervisory role preferred
• Previous customer service experience a plus
• Reliable transportation is required
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred

What Could Set You Apart :

• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general repack reports
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to maintain a good attendance record
• Ability to work a flexible schedule with overtime as needed
• Ability to maintain sensitive information in a confidential and discreet manner
• Ability to utilize computers and other tools to monitor production

Physical Requirements :

• Ability to lift, push, pull, and grasp up to 48 pounds while standing and kneeling
• Ability to talk, hear, and see sufficiently to complete assigned tasks
• Manual dexterity and coordination of two (2) or more limbs with normal movements while sitting, standing, or lying down
• Ability to work in wet and cold conditions from 38°F to 50°F

Work Environment :

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What We Offer :

Our associates know the answer to the question What’s in it for me We offer best-in-class benefit programs and continuously work with our associates to ensure that our offerings meet the needs of their health and financial well-being. When you join Americold you join a values-oriented company with a clear mission. We help our customers feed the world.

Americold is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and complies with applicable employment laws.

EOE/AA M/F/D/V DFW.