Packaging Line Lead

Next Century Spirits Inc•Zebulon, NC

1d•$25 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

The Packaging Line Lead is responsible for leading employees to perform activities efficiently and safely, incorporating quality in every case within company specifications and schedules. The Packaging Line Lead is responsible for the team completion of manufacturing processes that add value and quality to the final product. Duties may include receiving and handling raw materials, operating machinery, and packaging the final product.

Requirements

Previous experience in beverage, bottling or food manufacturing (preferred)
Experience managing a team
Experience with maintaining and managing packaging equipment
Strong people management and leadership skills
Ability to motivate staff
Strong communication skills (verbal & written)
Good attention to detail
A strong work ethic and hands-on approach
Excellent problem-solving skills and mechanical ability
Excellent inventory management and record keeping skills
High School or Equivalency Diploma

Nice To Haves

Forklift experience preferred or willing to be trained for certification
Proficiency using a personal computer (PC) and related software, ideally Microsoft Office Tools (Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel)
5S, Lean Manufacturing
Mechanical aptitude
Experience having used ERP Systems

Responsibilities

Leading the day-to-day shift operations of the packaging line in a professional and organized manner; leading, directing and coordinating assignments and activities of assigned employees to ensure the smooth operation of the process.
Maintain quality requirements in accordance with company standards. Responsible for reporting all quality defects or issues/concerns
Ability to work in all assigned areas of the pack line; perform relief duties when required.
Setup and maintain the packaging line, including starting and stopping of equipment. Ensuring the machinery and equipment used to package products are operated at acceptable standards in full compliance with NCS regulations and processes, and when equipment problems or failures arise, notifies maintenance staff of the problem(s) for correction.
Train current and new members of the team to perform job related tasks as needed.