Weekend Shift Production Lead

Liberty Diversified International, Inc.; Milford (IA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Liberty Diversified International Milford, IA is seeking a shift production lead to guide the production team on the assigned shift, ensuring safety, quality, and on-time delivery.

The role requires 3+ years of manufacturing experience, a high school diploma or GED, ability to read detailed work instructions, and willingness to work overtime. Starting pay rate is $25.00 per hour plus shift differential, with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Must have High School diploma or GED and 3+ years manufacturing experience
• Able to read, write, and complete detailed work instructions
• Basic mechanical/manufacturing understanding is required
• Proficient with data entry and basic computer skills (typing, printing)
• Strong math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
• Willing to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as required

Responsibilities

• Lead, instruct, train, and coordinate with production team on assigned shift
• Assist Supervisor with day-to-day production issues including staffing, materials, and equipment status
• Provide technical support and problem solving for shift employees
• Maintain and update production metrics related to safety, quality, cost, delivery, and morale
• Run and review reports (e.g., due dates, inventory) to prioritize production activities
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Team leadership

Attention to detail

Reading work instructions

Math proficiency

Overtime availability

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

JDE/Oracle

Job description

Location: Milford, IA, United States
Business Unit: Safco Products
Remote Type: No Remote

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible to lead, instruct, train, and coordinate with production team members on assigned shift.
• Assist the Supervisor to address day-to-day production issues, including staffing needs, material availability & flow, and equipment status.
• Provides technical support and assists with problem solving for employees on their designated shift.
• Maintain and update production metrics for department goals including Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, and Morale.
• Runs and reviews reports including due date and inventory reports to ensure proper prioritization of production activities.
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities.
• Other duties, as assigned.

REQUIRED EDUCATION , EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• High School diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution AND 3+ years manufacturing experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Previous experience reading, writing, and completing detailed work instructions.
• Ability to understand basic mechanical and manufacturing technique s.
• Previous experience with computer skills such as typing, printing and data entry.
• Ability to use math skills such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Must be available to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as required.

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• Excellent communication skills and a high degree of responsiveness and empathy for internal and external customers.
• 2+ years of previous team or process lead experience.
• Prior work experience with JDE/Oracle in a manufacturing environment is preferred .

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The starting pay rate for this position is $ 25.00 per hour plus hourly shift differential pay. The compensation posted is the anticipated pay for the position at the time of the posting. We may pay above or below posted amount based on several factors, including, but not limited to education and/or certifications, skills, experience, or work location. Some positions may qualify for additional compensation in the form of bonuses.

At LDI, we are pleased to provide employees with a comprehensive benefits package including health/dental/vision insurance options; paid time off; 10 paid holidays; 401(k) plus company matching and annual discretionary profit sharing; flexible spending and health savings account options; life and disability insurance; tuition assistance; wellness and mental health resources, and financial advising services. Eligibility in benefit programs is based on hours worked per week .

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job . Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to lift up-to 50 pounds
• Must be able to work in hot, humid, and cold manufacturing environment
• Must be able to work in crowded spaces for 4+ hours per shift
• Must be able to bend and stoop for 7+ hours per shift
• Must be able to stand for 6+ hours per shift
• Must be able to walk for 6+ hours per shift
• Must be able to reach and grasp up to 6+ hours per shift

ABOUT OUR COMPANY

Comprised of multiple companies with headquarters in New Hope, Minnesota, Liberty Diversified International (LDI) is a privately held company employing more than 1,900 individuals across our manufacturing facilities, production facilities and core business operations in Minnesota, Iowa, Nebraska, Illinois, Mississippi, Texas, Arizona, Virginia, California, and Mexico. With deep roots in the corrugated box manufacturing industry, we operate in the core markets of paper, packaging, workplace products, corrugated plastics and building products.

Since 1918, our values – Caring, Innovation, Trust and Excellence – have guided our day-to-day activities. We believe that when our employees are aligned with these values, we create superior service and s olutions for our customers. The LDI family of companies includes Liberty Packaging, Liberty Paper, Liberty Plastics ( Custom Solutions and Quarrix Building Products ) and Safco.

Liberty Diversified International is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, age, creed, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, disability, or any other protected class.