Production Lead/Manufacturing Floor

International Packaging Inc • Minneapolis, MN

2d • $24 - $31 • Onsite

About The Position

International Packaging is hiring Production Leads for multiple shifts at its Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, location. The Production Lead owns an assigned production line, work center, or job and supports smooth daily operations and successful production execution. The role includes preparing for shifts and upcoming jobs, coordinating staffing and materials, supporting and training employees, monitoring line performance and product quality, resolving production issues, and completing accurate production documentation. This is an on-site role on the production floor, generally Monday through Friday during standard business hours, with occasional evening, weekend, or overtime work possible to meet production needs. Candidates must pass a thorough background screening before their first day.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of manufacturing and/or packaging experience.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to meet goals and deadlines.
• Detail-oriented, solutions-focused approach.
• Familiarity with standard safety protocols around machinery.
• Positive, coachable, and team-oriented attitude.
• Reliable transportation and consistent attendance.
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to motivate, coach, and collaborate across a diverse team.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods and lift up to 50 pounds as needed.
• Ability to pass a thorough background screening before the first day of work.

Nice To Haves

• At least 1 year of printing/packaging experience is preferred; motivated individuals may be trained.
• Associate or bachelor's degree preferred.
• Spanish language skills are a significant plus.
• High school diploma or GED is encouraged in the Education & Experience section.

Responsibilities

• Review job tickets and communicate effectively with production team members.
• Take ownership of an assigned production line, work center, or production job.
• Arrive before shift start to ensure materials, staffing, equipment, and documentation are ready.
• Confirm job specifications and production line setup to support efficient, accurate operations and expected run rates.
• Ensure required materials are available and communicate material needs to Warehouse personnel.
• Assign production employees and temporary staff at the beginning of each shift.
• Train and support employees and temporary staff to maintain safe, effective, and consistent job performance.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for assigned equipment, work centers, and production processes.
• Work within the pack-out area while maintaining ownership of overall line performance.
• Monitor production run rates and productivity throughout the shift.
• Monitor product quality and ensure finished goods meet customer specifications.
• Identify and resolve production issues to maintain expected production deliverables.
• Prepare upcoming jobs by organizing materials and reviewing production requirements.
• Complete daily production paperwork accurately and on time.
• Maintain accurate production counts for projects, including documenting and tracking rejects.
• Support production demands, peak workloads, or client commitments when occasional evening, weekend, or overtime work is needed.

Benefits

• Medical coverage options through ICHRA via Zorro.
• Employer-paid dental, vision, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage.
• Company-provided Kivara medical subsidy for general health needs; it is not a replacement for medical insurance.
• Voluntary accident, critical illness, and additional supplemental coverage options.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• 401(k) plan with a 3% Safe Harbor employer contribution and supplemental options.

What This Job Offers

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