Area Lead - Volume (2nd Shift)

Richmond Professional Lab • ,

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Richmond Professional Lab is seeking an Area Lead for their Packaging Department on the 2nd Shift. This is a management role responsible for the overall successful functionality of the production lab in a fast-paced environment. The Area Lead will report to the Packaging Performance Supervisor and will be responsible for mentoring, guiding, delegating, and supporting associates. The role involves hands-on involvement in the production process, troubleshooting, and project improvement. This is an opportunity to grow leadership skills and contribute to profitable growth.

Requirements

• High School Diploma required
• Minimum of 1-2 years of relevant leadership or management experience
• Able to work both independently and within a team, generating results with general/minimal guidance from management.
• High attention to detail and excellent interpersonal skills are a must.
• Must be flexible, innovative, and comfortable in setting your own priorities.
• Proven track record leading teams to accomplish outlined goals and objectives.
• Willing and capable of addressing the needs of the area and department in terms of both technical components and leadership components.

Nice To Haves

• further education preferred

Responsibilities

• Take the lead in Volume Packaging operations, setting the standard for quality and efficiency while ensuring every workflow follows company SOPs.
• Plan and prioritize daily area goals, manage workflows to feed work to staff, and allocate team resources to meet tight deadlines.
• Inspire and guide your team - oversee daily tasks, provide hands-on training, and support associates in developing new skills and achieving success.
• Check quality and accuracy, ensuring every product meets Richmond Professional Lab’s high standards and client expectations.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement, streamlining workflows, troubleshooting equipment, and collaborating across departments to keep operations running smoothly.
• Support and mentor associates through hands-on coaching and cross-training in Volume Packaging and other Operational zones, fostering confidence and consistency.
• Lead with accountability and integrity, guiding associates to meet area, departmental, and company standards while addressing performance issues directly and fostering a culture of responsibility and respect.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED