Packaging Lead

Summary / Objective

Under the direction of the Production Supervisor, a Line Lead oversees the operation of a production line following product specifications, complying with current manufacturing practices and corresponding company Standard Operating Procedures. Trains new workers, coaches and leads the work of current employees, to ensure adherence to safety procedures, policies, and regulations. Maintains sound communication with subordinates and other departments as needed.

The Production Line Leader position is accountable for ensuring that production is executed in a timely manner and performs regular quality control assessments to produce excellent quality output, minimize delays and reach production goals.

• Enforce all safety procedures and General Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
• Compliance of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Manufacture and pack products according to specifications
• Provides excellent training and guidance to subordinates
• Ensures the safety and productivity of all employees assigned to designated production line
• Keeps work area free of hazards
• Report all incidents (spills, accidents, poor performance)
• Provide written report on workplace injuries
• Communicate effectively with immediate supervisor, mechanics, and QC staff
• Perform related duties as assigned

• Ability to motivate others to meet expectations established by the organization
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing
• Ability to perform basic math
• Ability to work without constant supervision
• General understanding of manufacturing procedures
• Must be able to receive, follow and provide directions
• Basic computer skills desirable
• Make recommendations to improve methods
• Problem solving abilities
• Must show proficiency in the operation of all necessary equipment

This position has no supervisory responsibilities

The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those and employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job as mentioned above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

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. While performing the duties of this job, employee is regularly required to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time, employee must be able to bend, reach, pull and lift to 40 pounds.

This is a full-time position. The base days and hours are Monday through Friday, eight (8) hours per day depending on shift assigned.

No travel is expected for this position.

Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent. Two years of working experience with a role of a lead in a manufacturing environment.

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. Bilingual is considered a plus.

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

English language and knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. as a pre-condition of employment.

Bright Innovation Labs is an equal opportunity employer. Bright Innovation Labs does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non‑disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

Subject to change.