Packaging Team Lead I

**Position Summary:** The Packaging Team lead is responsible for taking a leadership role with employees and ensuring that finished goods are produced in a safe, efficient, timely, and compliant manner meeting all FDA, GMP, ISO, OSHA, contract customer, and SAP policies. **Essential Duties and Responsibilities**: - Capable of comprehending Standardized Work guidelines for labor, equipment, and materials, effectively applying them to attain team objectives related to safety, productivity, quality, and delivery. - Proficient in the application of Plan-Do-Check-Adjust methodology, demonstrating expertise as a seasoned problem solver on the production floor. - Must possess the ability to train employees in fundamental packaging skills, instructing them on proper adherence to BOM notes and Standard Procedures. - Consistently evaluates the work environment for safety issues and challenges, proactively identifying and implementing effective solutions. - Facilitates constructive communication between management, supervisors, the team, and cross-functional departments, contributing to a harmonious work environment. - Demonstrates a positive attitude and a strong commitment to teamwork. - Properly allocates data into the Electronic Batch Record by accurately filling out the necessary data fields. - Completing the line clearance process prior to each production run to ensure that the production line and all associated products meet approval standards. - Accountable for performing fundamental maintenance tasks such as handling change of Tapes, Sleeves, and Safety tabs. - Conduct routine quality checks along the production lines throughout their operational duration to ensure seamless operations and adherence to quality standards. - Capable of comprehending the production scheduling board and subsequently planning activities in alignment with the schedule. - Ensuring their ability to work with critical information paperwork and adhering to appropriate documentation error checks within their teams. - Must be able to safely operate a pallet jack. - Ensure that their employees uphold cleanliness in their assigned areas both during their shift and at the end of it. - Expected to successfully complete the lean certification class and provide daily coaching to their employees on lean manufacturing practices. - Possess the capability to utilize the visual matrix effectively to closely monitor the productivity of each production line. - Proficient in interpreting the Scheduling Board. - The potential to grow into a Team Leader level ll. - The ability to work both on the inside and outside of the production lines. - Capable of performing weekly performance evaluations for employees and overseeing the On-The-Job Training certification program for both new and existing staff members. - Other duties may be assigned. **Essential Skills and Qualifications:** - Minimum of high school education - At least 1 year team lead experience or training in a production/manufacturing environment - Strong written and verbal communication in English (typical eighth-grade level). Ability to clearly convey instructions, delegate tasks, and provide feedback. (Basic oral Spanish a plus). - Active listening skills to understand team member needs and concerns. - Ability to motivate, inspire, and guide team members towards achieving common goals. - Fosters a positive and productive team environment. - Delegates tasks effectively and empowers team members to take ownership. - Provides constructive criticism and coaching to help team members develop their skills. - Ability to identify and solve problems effectively in situations with limited standardization. - Analyzes information and makes sound decisions to overcome challenges. - Works collaboratively with team members to find solutions. - Prioritizes tasks and manages time efficiently to meet deadlines. - Ensures team members are organized and on track with their assigned tasks. **Work Environment:** The work environment…