Production Team Lead

Mauser Packaging Solutions•Chicago, IL

14h•$26 - $27

About The Position

The Shift Team Lead is responsible for frontline leadership in day-to-day operations to include safety, quality, efficiency, and meeting customer expectations. Provides directions to production floor employees in the areas of production, training, and other related areas, striving to improve overall operational efficiencies. Mauser Packaging Solutions is that company. Our mission is to help our customers achieve better sustainability with their packaging. And we do that by giving our people the opportunity to do important work, solve interesting problems and be part of a diverse, forward-looking team. At Mauser Packaging Solutions, you can be proud to work for a company that’s always striving to innovate and serve customers better—and help them be better stewards of the environment. Whether you’re a seasoned professional—or just beginning your career—there’s a place where you can help make a difference at Mauser Packaging Solutions. Join us! Mauser Packaging Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Requirements

Experience in a manufacturing environment; preferably a packaging environment.
Embraces continuous improvement.
Self-directed team player.
Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Flexibility to work multiple shifts.

Responsibilities

Provides leadership and training to accomplish Mauser production goals, objectives to all employees regarding safety, quality, production, and maintenance.
May conduct and/or participate in safety meetings. Conducts observations to identify safety issues and follows up as necessary with appropriate team members.
Works with the Production Supervisor to ensure vacancies are covered for any planned /unplanned.
Establishes and monitors shift performance for safety, quality, and production standards.
Fill out production paperwork accurately and monitor output goals around efficiencies, downtime, inventory, and overall production.
Works with other team members to control and improve efficiency, minimize labor overtime, downtime, and repair expenses.
Promote shop floor organization, plant housekeeping, with employees utilizing lean techniques such as 5S with shift personnel.
Acts as the first point of contact for operators regarding mechanical failures or production issues.
May conduct tooling components inventory reviews to ensure proper tools and/or parts are available for use in the event they are needed.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Oversee and direct the work of other team members.
Assign tasks, provide guidance, and ensure work is completed efficiently and effectively.