Production Shift Lead (12 HRS SHIFT)

Wincup • Stone Mountain, GA

20h • Onsite

About The Position

The Production Shift Lead assists shift supervision in the safe and efficient operation of the foam cups and specialty departments, including lids, cutlery, Phade paper cups, KHS, Krones, and label wrap. This critical team member helps execute and engage the production team to support shift success, using Standard Work and taking direction from the Shift Supervisor. The Shift Lead works alongside the Lead PEO and supervisor to manage shift operations and must be able to run the shift without supervisor support when needed.

The role supports production, quality, safety, training, housekeeping, sanitation, and administrative reporting. The Shift Lead may also be assigned production lines and must be able to perform packer, production equipment operator, and print responsibilities. The position is based in a manufacturing plant in Stone Mountain, Georgia, and requires work on shifts of 12 or more hours, including designated weekdays, weekends, and overtime.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Experience as a lead in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of machinery and equipment, printing, packaging, and quality.
• Forklift certification.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and basic mathematics.
• Ability to learn quickly and take direction to execute tasks.
• Ability to work split shifts to support the production team on nights.
• Ability to understand written documents, including workplace rules, operating and maintenance procedures, and work instruction manuals.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate across all levels of the organization.
• Ability to work shifts of 12 or more hours as designated.
• Ability to work designated weekdays, weekends, and overtime.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the production and specialty floors to ensure smooth shift operations under the direction of the Shift Supervisor.
• Promote safety by confirming personnel follow safety and GMP guidelines, reinforcing protocols, supporting the team, and promptly reporting near misses and safety concerns.
• Check material supplies at the start of the shift and coordinate with Material Handlers to ensure necessary supplies are requested and available.
• Oversee scheduled quality checks, including White Cup and Print checks, sleeve counts, boxes, and labels, following Standard Work.
• Ensure the shift follows the break schedule and report inconsistencies to the supervisor.
• Ensure machine operators complete required quality line inspections and document testing; report equipment defects to Maintenance.
• Prepare and process operational reports and administrative documents accurately and on time, including daily shift reports.
• Maintain and submit production checklists and related documents promptly.
• Help identify causes of quality and equipment problems and failure to meet production standards, and communicate issues to Maintenance or the Shift Supervisor.
• Coach or mentor team members at least once per shift.
• Oversee new team members’ work assignments and assist with training new and temporary team members in accordance with the training manual; ensure new team members receive daily support and respectful treatment.
• Use and follow Standard Work.
• Run the shift without supervisor support when necessary.
• Oversee housekeeping and sanitation practices.
• Maintain communication with the Shift Supervisor regarding production, quality, and equipment issues, and provide feedback about team-member concerns and production issues.
• Provide resources for efficient foam packing operations, including packer assignments, absence and rest-period coverage, overtime requests to the Supervisor, and break-schedule adherence.
• Perform packer, production equipment operator, and print responsibilities as needed when assigned to lines.
• Support current and new product demands and participate in training new and existing team members.
• Follow and support WinCup values, GMP, food safety, HACCP, and SQF process requirements; promptly correct or report non-compliance to Management or the SQF practitioner.
• Follow safety standards and assist the Production Supervisor in running the shift.
• Perform other duties assigned by WinCup leadership.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans, with most benefit eligibility beginning 31 days after hire.
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP).
• 401(k) plan with a company match available after 60 days of employment.

What This Job Offers

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