Shift Lead — Manufacturing Operations & Safety

CHEP UK Ltd.; Orlando, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Dental Vision

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

401K

Employee Assistance Program

Referral & Recognition

PPE Provided

Job summary

The Shift Lead at CHEP is responsible for assisting Plant Leadership in managing total plant operations for an assigned shift and delivering superior customer satisfaction by driving results in safety, service, quality, and cost. This hands‑on role requires team leadership across forklift, pallet repair and sort operations, ensuring adherence to policies and inventory accuracy.

You will supervise production staff, coordinate schedules, and support training and development while promoting a

Qualifications

• Demonstrated internally and/or externally the ability to lead others.
• Strong customer focus orientation.
• Ability to build consensus.
• Ability to work cross-functionally.
• Ability to drive safety conscious.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example within the assigned functional area, offering guidance and support to peers, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring smooth production operations.
• Actively support production activities, stepping in during shifts or breaks to maintain workflow and operational continuity.
• Collaborate with plant administration to ensure adherence to established policies and procedures, promoting consistency and operational compliance.
• Assist Plant leadership in enforcing policies and procedures to maintain inventory accuracy and ensure operational efficiency.
• Act as the subject matter expert for specialized areas, such as forklift operations, pallet sorting, or repair lines, providing expertise and ensuring best practices are followed.
• Fulfill assigned production duties, ensuring quality and efficiency in line with plant performance goals.

Skills

Communication skills

Delegation

Shift Planning

Inventory Control

Safety First Mindset

Job description

The Shift Lead at CHEP is responsible for assisting Plant Leadership in managing total plant operations for an assigned shift and delivering superior customer satisfaction by driving results in safety, service, quality, and cost. This hands‑on role requires team leadership across forklift, pallet repair and sort operations, ensuring adherence to policies and inventory accuracy.

You will supervise production staff, coordinate schedules, and support training and development while promoting a