Line Lead, Manufacturing ​/ Production

Berlin Packaging is the premier supplier of rigid packaging. With over $3 billion in revenue, we grow 5x faster than the overall packaging industry. Chances are you enjoy products supplied by Berlin Packaging every day! We serve virtually every end market: automotive, beverage, food, home care, industrial chemical, pet care and veterinary, personal health and beauty, wine and spirits, and cannabis.

Combine that with our “Anything is Possible” mindset and our winning culture, our 2,000+ employees agree, we love it here. Our engagement scores are 2x the national average. And every single employee shares in Berlin’s profitable growth. Now you understand why since 1898, our 100+ year-old company has grown 5x faster than our industry.

We are seeking a Line Lead who leads a specific production line including set up and operating production machines in an efficient and timely manner. Advising and organizing employees to ensure orders are completed accurately and timely.

• Quickly and efficiently ensure the machine is stocked with correct components to maintain production levels.
• Machine set-up; diagnose problems and adjust accordingly.
• Assist Production Lead and Supervisor in training and provide feedback on operator performance. Provide guidance, assistance, support, mentorship, and clarity to employees working on their specific line.
• Quickly and efficiently feed and pack correct components and assemblies into and out of the machine.
• Work as part of an assembly line to ensure completion of the process; communicate with other team members on the production line to meet established metrics.
• Inform supervisors of any part or equipment defects to ensure prompt response. Identify friction points in the production plan and provide a course of action to assist in the production of all orders.
• Provide maintenance requests to Team Leaders, coordinate with and support the maintenance team, and confirm preventative maintenance is done on equipment.
• Maintain an efficient and orderly production area while following all company and facility safety policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Immediately report any potentially hazardous situations or unsafe behaviors.
• Accurately record daily production with limited use of the company ERP system.
• Support branch metrics to drive customer satisfaction.
• Fulfill the employee portion of Berlin Values.
• Other tasks as required.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Prefer 1-3 years’ experience operating machinery.
• Prior warehouse or manufacturing experience required.
• Ability to operate stand-up forklifts highly recommended.
• Demonstrated ability to provide coaching and feedback to other employees.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to be proactive in solving problems with high attention to detail.
• Demonstrate a strong work ethic and ability to learn.
• Has a positive attitude and contributes to a positive team culture.
• Self-motivated; reliable, with strong initiative and results orientation.
• Models safe work practices.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Ability to drive accountability and uphold production leadership-driven standards.

Must be able to frequently lift/move boxes weighing up to 20 lbs and occasionally lift/move boxes and/or pallets up to 45 lbs through warehouse. Displays manual dexterity and ability to stand for extended periods of time.

Berlin Packaging offers an outstanding compensation and benefits package including:

• Competitive PTO including vacation, personal days, holidays, and sick time
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  Berlin Shared Ownership Plan
• Profit sharing
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical insurance including dental insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for transportation, medical, and dependent care expenses
• Vision insurance options
• Paid parental leave for up to 12 weeks
• Health club reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement
• 529 college savings plan
• Employee Assistance Program for mental health and well-being
• Calm app to improve mental wellbeing
• Employee referral program
• Company sponsored life insurance with optional voluntary life insurance
• Company sponsored short-…