Production Line Lead - Night Shift

Magnera Corporation•Waynesboro, VA

About The Position

The Production Line Lead supports the safe, efficient, and productive operation of the manufacturing line. Serving as the day-to-day leader on the production floor during the shift, this role helps operators meet quality, safety, and production goals while maintaining a positive team environment. The position is suited to experienced manufacturing professionals who lead by example, troubleshoot production issues, train team members, and drive results. The Line Lead provides direction, coaching, and support to operators; trains new employees and assists with ongoing development; promotes teamwork, accountability, and communication across shifts; and helps maintain a safety-focused workplace. The role champions safe work practices, supports quality standards, participates in continuous improvement, monitors production goals and line performance, troubleshoots operational issues, coordinates resources to minimize downtime, tracks and communicates production metrics, and assists with changeovers, startups, process improvements, and efficient use of labor, materials, and equipment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 3 years of manufacturing, production, or industrial experience.
Experience working in a fast-paced production environment.
Strong communication and leadership skills.
Ability to prioritize work and solve problems independently.
Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
Ability to work a rotating 12-hour shift schedule.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Ability to work in a manufacturing environment that may include noise, heat, and moving equipment.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Nice To Haves

Previous experience as a Team Lead, Lead Operator, Shift Lead, or Supervisor.
Experience training employees.
Continuous improvement, Lean Manufacturing, or Six Sigma experience.
Experience using manufacturing systems such as Oracle or similar ERP systems.
OSHA safety training or related certifications.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary leader on the production line during the shift.
Provide direction, coaching, and support to operators.
Train new employees and assist with ongoing employee development.
Promote teamwork, accountability, and strong communication across shifts.
Help create a positive and safety-focused work environment.
Champion safe work practices and ensure compliance with company safety procedures.
Identify and address potential safety concerns before they become incidents.
Support quality standards and ensure products meet customer expectations.
Participate in continuous improvement efforts and problem-solving activities.
Monitor daily production goals and line performance.
Troubleshoot operational issues and coordinate resources to minimize downtime.
Track key production metrics and communicate results to leadership.
Assist with equipment changeovers, startup activities, and process improvements.
Help ensure efficient use of labor, materials, and equipment.
Help identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, productivity, and cost performance.
Support Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement efforts.