Production Lead - 2nd Shift

Continuum Packing Solutions•Minden, NV

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Finlays Solutions is a leading partner to the B2B beverage manufacturing industry, recognized for its deep expertise, strong industry relationships, and commitment to innovation. The company plays a central role in supporting beverage brands, flavor houses, private label partners, and manufacturers through high-quality products, technical capabilities, and collaborative problem-solving. With a strong presence in the ready-to-drink beverage market, Finlays Solutions focuses on identifying emerging opportunities, expanding into new market spaces, and delivering solutions that meet evolving customer and consumer needs. Finlays Solutions operates with a strong commitment to its mission, values, ethics, and long‑term goals, ensuring that every initiative reflects the company’s dedication to integrity, partnership, and sustainable success. The Production Lead is responsible for ensuring the Production Team produces safe and high-quality products while operating at the defined levels of performance. They oversee the filling, packaging, handling, and reworking of products according to work order specifications while maintaining GMP-compliant processes and procedures.

Requirements

Read, write, speak, and comprehend English.
Comprehend basic math: addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, weights and measures, and efficient use of a calculator.
Knowledge and understanding of basic computer and control systems.
Possess mechanical aptitude with the ability to assemble, troubleshoot and perform minor repairs on manufacturing equipment.
Ability to maintain both written and oral communication within the organization.
Ability to give positive suggestions to improve operations in the work center.
Team Oriented - being helpful, respectful, approachable, building strong working relationships and a positive work environment, is responsible, honest, loyal, interacting with others tactfully, appropriately, and adapting to change.
Effective time management skills.
Adaptability while maintaining and positive attitude.
Follow verbal and written instructions.
Team-oriented attitude; respectful, approachable, honest, dependable, and adaptable to change.
Ability to detect, recognize, and judge discrepancies.
Requires accuracy, reliability, and attention to quality.
Attain a passing score for all training packets on production operator positions.
High school diploma or GED, and 2 years work experience in a manufacturing environment.
Capable of demonstrating leadership capabilities: Conflict resolution, delegation, motivation, development, effective training, and problem solving.

Responsibilities

Lead by example and ensure all established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Safety, and Quality policies are followed
Train and mentor filler operators on equipment setup, operation, sanitation, changeovers, and production procedures while ensuring defined goals are being met
Maintain and deliver progressive training for the assigned team: ensuring individual members are trained properly in accordance with production training packets
Develop and teach high-impact production operators on all aspects of the job
Oversee product filling and packaging processes, ensuring accuracy and adherence to work order specifications
Uphold comprehensive training for safe and efficient use of filler machines, HMIs, and other related systems
Onboarding new hire in area of responsibility and actively provide the training needed.
Ensure all equipment and components undergo proper sterilization and cleaning using COP, CIP, and SIP procedures
Responsible for monitoring and maintaining the quality of the product and processes
Oversee performance of regular CQP testing to validate seal integrity and product specifications
Assist with minor equipment maintenance and repairs to prevent downtime.
Responsible for overseeing material levels while the line produces products at the standard rate and meeting customer specifications
Responsible for the documentation of products for the filler and capper machines, including taking weights, teardowns to check the integrity of the cartons, assuring caps are on properly, downtime recording, and documenting necessary information on the sanitation log
Understand and maintain proper process flow with accuracy and consistency, making necessary adjustments to machinery as needed
Knowledge and understanding of basic computer and control systems. Use of Microsoft Office programs.
Understand the process flow and step-by-step requirements for aseptic manufacturing
Follow and comply with all applicable GMP’s, SOP’s, SSOP’s, SQF, HACCP and all safety procedures
Perform all other duties as assigned