Production Lead (M-TH 6:30pm-5am) presso Goodkind

About the role

Reporting to the Packaging Manager, the Lead Operator is responsible for the output of a small team of operators, maintaining consistent production and quality standards, keeping filling machines and labeling machines running smoothly to ensure on-time delivery of product, and working directly with Packaging Supervisor and Manager to ensure the most efficient and productive use of time and materials. 

What you'll do

• Lead a small team to fill, label, batch, clean, and box products, both using machinery and manually. This includes loading/unloading production components, feeding the machine with components, manipulating components at different locations throughout the machine, and other tasks as needed
• Monitor, review, and complete necessary paperwork such as batch record, fill sheet, component request forms, and finite schedule. 
• Manage operator rest periods and breaks
• Record tardies, absences, etc 
• Provide hands-on training and encouragement to line members
• Oversee and assist with machine and area set up and break down/close 
• Troubleshoot issues with machinery or equipment; escalate to engineering and/or supervisor if necessary 
• Ensure line-wide adherence to best practices, company policies, and cGMP and ISO regulation
• Perform Line Clearance for your line 
• Support Packaging Supervisor, Packaging Manager, and others as needed 
• Other duties as assigned 

Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• Background in production assembly, cosmetics or other CPG production preferred
• Experience leading a team in a production environment
• Highly organized, self-motivated, and goal and deadline-driven 
• Ability to multi-task and move quickly to keep the production line moving
• Good hand eye coordination and manual dexterity are mandatory
• Ability to stand or sit for long periods of time
• Good people skills with the ability to motivate a team and maintain high morale
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written, and the ability to relay necessary information to those up and down the chain of command
• Monday-Thursday 6:30pm-5am