Production Lead/Manufacturing Floor

International Packaging Inc • Minneapolis, MN

3d • $23 - $27 • Onsite

About The Position

International Packaging is expanding its team and hiring Production Leads for multiple shifts at its Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, location. This is a full-time position, Monday-Friday, with options for 1st Shift (6:00 am - 2:30 pm) and 2nd Shift (2:00 pm - 10:30 pm). For nearly five decades, International Packaging (IPI) has been a trusted partner in creating innovative promotional packaging and marketing solutions. Our success is built on living our core values every day: Character, Service, and Excellence. When you join IPI, you’re not just part of a production team—you’re part of a culture that values people, teamwork, and growth.

Requirements

• 2+ years of manufacturing and/or packaging experience.
• Demonstrated ability to meet goals and deadlines
• Detail-oriented with a solutions-focused mindset
• Familiarity with standard safety protocols around machinery
• Positive, coachable, and team-oriented attitude
• Reliable transportation and consistent attendance
• Strong communication skills—able to motivate, coach, and collaborate across a diverse team
• High school diploma or equivalent required

Nice To Haves

• Spanish language skills are a huge plus.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• At least 1 year of experience in printing/packaging preferred (willing to train motivated individuals)

Responsibilities

• Review job tickets and communicate effectively with production team members
• Take ownership of one production line, work center, or assigned production job
• Arrive before shift start to ensure materials, staffing, equipment, and documentation are ready for production
• Confirm job specifications and production line setup for efficient and accurate operations to hit expected run rates
• Ensure all required materials are available and communicate material needs with Warehouse personnel
• Set up 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 quickly and effectively to maintain expected production deliverables
• Prepare upcoming jobs by organizing materials and reviewing production requirements prior to production
• Complete daily production paperwork with accuracy and timeliness
• Maintain accurate production counts for all projects, including documenting and tracking rejects

Benefits

• Medical (ICHRA)
• Employer-paid dental
• Vision coverage
• Disability coverage
• PTO and paid holidays
• 401(k) with 3% Safe Harbor contribution
• Supplemental retirement options
• Kivara medical subsidy for general health needs
• Voluntary Benefits: Accident, critical illness, and additional supplemental coverage options

What This Job Offers

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