Packaging Team Lead

ALPLA NOAM • Salt Lake City, UT

5d

About The Position

The Packaging Team Lead coordinates packaging needs with the Shift Supervisor and ensures production lines have the materials required to operate. The role supports Packaging Operators and Packers, helps maintain smooth workflows, and oversees packer staffing, training, standard work, quality checks, and documentation. The position may involve setting up and operating various packaging equipment, including carton erectors, partition inserters, product inserters, top closers, and palletization equipment. In facilities with manual labeling, the Team Lead ensures labels match the product. The employee is expected to act safely and responsibly toward the environment and comply with ALPLA policies, procedures, and OSHA safety standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Good mechanical skills.
• Able to lift 25 pounds and stand for a minimum of 12 hours.
• Able to work with multiple types of equipment simultaneously.
• Meet the physical demands of the role, including standing, walking, reaching, frequent handling and manipulation of objects, and lifting varying weights.

Nice To Haves

• At least 6 months of Packaging Operator experience.
• Some lead experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate packaging needs on production equipment with the Shift Supervisor.
• Ensure all production lines are adequately supplied with materials such as foil, cartons, and trays.
• Assist Packaging Operators as needed to maintain a smooth workflow.
• Set up and operate multiple types of packaging equipment, potentially including carton erectors, partition inserters, product inserters, top closers, and palletization equipment.
• Ensure labels correctly match the product in facilities where manual labeling is required.
• Manage and assign break schedules for packers.
• Support troubleshooting and training initiatives for Packers.
• Audit packer standard work and its completion.
• Audit packer quality checks and their completion.
• Complete staffing reports for packer staff.
• Complete package paperwork.
• Update and complete packer training documentation.
• Adhere to ALPLA policies, procedures, and OSHA safety standards, and act in a safe and environmentally responsible manner.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Childcare and dependent care savings programs.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Company-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement and educational assistance programs.
• Career growth and advancement opportunities.
• Employee recognition programs.
• Hands-on training and professional development.

What This Job Offers

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