Production Team Lead - Weekend Shift

Production Team Lead

Essity is a global leader in health and hygiene headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, and North American headquarters in Philadelphia, PA. We are a multi-billion-dollar company that is committed to breaking barriers to well-being through innovation in Professional Hygiene, Consumer Goods, and Health & Medical Solutions.

Working at Essity is not just a career, it's where you'll play your part in a better future, making the world a healthier, more hygienic, and safer place. With impactful innovations coupled with sustainable solutions, we strive to reach more people every year with the necessary and essential solutions for well-being. At Essity, there's shared belonging and individual growth. Our culture grows with you.

We're looking for a proactive and organized Production Team Coordinator to help keep our manufacturing floor running efficiently. In this role, you'll be a key connection point for the team, coordinating daily activities, supporting operators, and ensuring smooth, consistent workflow throughout the shift. If you enjoy helping teams succeed and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this is a great opportunity to make an impact.

This role will be based out of our Bordentown, NJ facility.

The position hands-on training on the first shift Monday to Friday from 7AM to 3:30PM before moving into a Weekend shift Friday to Sunday from 5:00AM to 5:00PM.

• An employee with uncompromised commitment to our I Care journey which ensures a safe, healthy, and sustainable work environment.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure production orders are executed accurately and efficiently.
• Provide operational support, helping with the logistics and ensuring that the team is equipped to complete their tasks.
• Facilitate communication between team members and ensures everyone is aligned on tasks and schedules.
• Monitor adherence to safety, quality, and efficiency standards.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization and loss elimination.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives aligned with business needs.
• Manage resources (e.g., materials, equipment) effectively, demonstrating cost consciousness.
• Track the day-to-day progress of tasks and ensures that work is being completed on time and within expectations.
• Facilitate knowledge transfer within the team.
• Contribute to achieving team objectives.
• Work closely with other departments and stakeholders.
• Foster a positive and collaborative team environment.
• Ensures that resources (materials, tools, etc.) are available to the team.
• Lead planning and execution of the 24-hour Communication Cycle (Shift Handovers, DOM, CIL, PM, Changeovers, CL's and coverage).
• Anticipate future crew needs and plan accordingly (trials, c/o, coverage, training, EO work etc.).
• Lead onboarding and facilitate continuous learning & coaching for new and existing team members.

• High School Diploma, Technical School Degree, or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of experience in a team coordination or administrative role with a solid understanding of operational workflows, task prioritization, and resource management.
• Relevant experience in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Basic literacy and math skills.
• Basic computer proficiency (data entry, email, documentation, etc.).
• Strong basic problem-solving abilities.
• Good communication skills with the ability to interact effectively across teams.
• Experience in supervisory role with proven success in leading and motivating teams is preferred.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment. Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Commitment to maintaining quality standards throughout the production process.
• Safety Awareness
• Bilingual is a plus.

Our purpose, Breaking Barriers to Well-Being, provides meaning to everything we do. Join us to improve well-being for people and drive positive changes for society and the environment. At Essity, you'll feel valued, empowered to grow, and challenged to achieve business results in a collaborative and open atmosphere. Innovate for Good | Excel Together | Be You with Us

Compensation and Benefits:

Starting Pay $25 to $29 per hour + quarterly bonus + full benefits.

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors such as knowledge, skills, and experience.

Along with competitive pay you will be eligible for the following benefits:

• United Healthcare PPO / Eye Med Vision Insurance / Delta Dental Insurance
• Wellness program provided through Rally
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) with employer match and annual employer base contribution
• Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program
• PTO offering with Paid Holidays
• Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance
• Employee discounts program
• Scholarship program for children of Essity employees.

The Company is committed to equal employment…