Team Lead

Magnera Corporation; Mount Holly (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in North Carolina is seeking a Line Lead responsible for overseeing safety, training, and operational procedures for the team. The successful candidate will lead initiatives, ensure quality standards, and assist in developing team members. The position requires a minimum of a high school diploma, 3-5 years of manufacturing experience, and preferred supervisory skills. This role offers a dynamic work environment on the plant floor and requires effective communication and leadership capabilities.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Lead or Supervisory experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure tasks are performed in a safe manner and are responsible for team members' safety.
• Communicate effectively with internal customers and peers.
• Assist the Shift Supervisor in training and development needs.

Skills

Safety Minded

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED Equivalent

Technical Degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Magnera's purpose is to better the world with new possibilities made real. For more than 160 years, the originating companies have delivered the material solutions their partners need to thrive. Through economic upheaval, global pandemics and changing end‑user needs, they have consistently found ways to solve problems and exceed expectations. By bringing together these legacy companies, the distinct scale and comprehensive portfolio of products will bring customers more materials and choices. With a combined legacy of resilience, Magnera will build personal partnerships that withstand an ever‑changing world.

Responsibilities

Job Summary

The Line Lead will be responsible for supporting the safety, training and development, and the maintenance of operational procedures to be followed out by the assigned personnel under the control of the Shift Supervisor.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensure all tasks are performed in a safe manner and are responsible for the safe performance of their team members.
• Participation in and active promotion of all safety initiatives, including HIBOs and Convergence.
• Ensure team members are following job safety and will confront any unsafe acts observed, as well as give positive feedback.
• Maintain operational procedures and controls to ensure the product meets customer‑required and recognized quality standards.
• Assist the Shift Supervisor in understanding training and development needs for team members, as well as help execute the development of individuals.
• Actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives for the Safety, Quality, Logistics, Process, and Operations teams.
• Safely operate all equipment needed to perform job and cover/fill in for open positions, as needed.
• Communicate effectively with internal customers, as well as, peers to solve problems and enhance capabilities of the team.
• Provide the shift supervisor with relevant information and data for performance reviews, conflict resolution, training and development, and potential challenges or opportunities as identified.
• Assist operators and coordinate troubleshooting activities. Refer to the process tech / engineer for root‑cause solutions to recurring problems.
• Train others, as needed.
• Cover Shift Supervisor activities when supervisor is absent which includes but is not limited to:
• Understand and help positively communicate changes in business situations, production schedules, and company policies.
• Communicate customer specifications/changes.
• Ensure required information is disseminated to the team through effective communication meetings, postings, and other methods as needed.
• Prepare safety and incident reporting (Velocity) when appropriate.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED Equivalent is required. Technical Degree preferred, or equivalent in education combined with experience.
• 3-5 years of experience working in a manufacturing environment. Personal computer experience, specifically with Microsoft Office products.
• Lead or Supervisory experience is preferred.

Competencies

• Safety Minded
• Leadership
• Communication
• Teamwork

Working Conditions

• Work is performed on the plant floor with frequent contact with others.

Effort/Physical Demands

• Prolonged sitting and frequent bending, stooping, and stretching; manual dexterity.
• Occasional lifting and carrying of up to 50 pounds.
• Frequent lifting up to 25 pounds.