Manufacturing Lead

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as backup to the Shift Supervisor when needed.
• Train and support Line Operators, Machine Technicians, and temporary staff.
• Coordinate breaks, coverage, and daily workflow.
• Promote a safe, collaborative, and improvement-focused work environment.
• Operate and troubleshoot automated and semi-automated packaging lines, including robotics and labeling systems.
• Support manual and automated packaging and visual inspection activities.
• Assist with inventory handling, rework, and general production needs.
• Conduct line startup checks, in-process inspections, and basic lab testing.
• Document and report quality results, defects, and deviations.
• Support rework processes and review product specifications.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, food safety, and quality standards.
• Participate in 6S and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Identify defects and support corrective actions.
• Help improve quality tracking tools and production processes.
• Support additional operational needs as assigned.
  

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required; must be 18+.
• 3–5 years of manufacturing experience with a focus on quality or production support.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify defects and process issues.
• Basic math and measurement skills (calipers, gauges, visual inspection).
• Ability to read and follow written specifications and instructions.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; familiarity with tablets or digital systems preferred.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced production environment.