Inspector Packer, Lead

Biomerics•Athens, TX

13d

About The Position

The Lead Inspector Packer is responsible for overseeing inspection, packaging, and secondary operations while coordinating the work of the team to ensure production goals, quality standards, and safety procedures are met. This role serves as the on-the-floor expert, solving unusual or complex issues, adapting processes when needed, and training others. The Lead Inspector Packer sets the tone for quality, efficiency, and teamwork, and acts as the primary point of contact for the supervisor and team on daily operational matters.

Requirements

High School Diploma (HSD) or GED – required
Training in Good Documentation Practices (GDP) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) –required
Strong communication and leadership skills; ability to lead small teams and coordinate work across shifts or lines.
Advanced knowledge of documented quality and production procedures.
Excellent problem-solving skills, including the ability to adapt processes and solve non-routine or unusual issues independently.
Proven ability to train and mentor team members while maintaining a collaborative and positive work environment.
Ability to stand for extended periods.
Ability to lift/move up to 50 lbs.
Typically requires 4+ years of manufacturing or production experience with demonstrated leadership ability.

Nice To Haves

Additional internal training preferred

Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate the activities of the inspection and packing team during assigned shift or production run.
Perform the most complex inspection, packaging, and secondary operations tasks as needed, ensuring all products meet documented specifications and quality standards.
Solve unusual or non-routine production, tooling, or process issues without existing instructions, adapting processes when required and communicating changes appropriately.
Monitor team performance, provide real-time feedback, and ensure production records, training records, and documentation are accurate and complete.
Train and mentor team members, sharing expertise and ensuring proper adherence to procedures, GMP, and safety practices.
Act as the go-to expert for team members, addressing questions, troubleshooting problems, and facilitating cross-shift or cross-line communication.
Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, quality, and safety.
Maintain a clean and safe work area, reinforcing housekeeping and GMP expectations with the team.
Communicate effectively with supervisors, managers, and other departments about shift status, issues, and accomplishments.
Perform other duties as assigned to support production and organizational goals.