Team Leader

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We are looking for a skilled 1st shift Production Team Lead to work out of our PF&C (Coatings) plant located in Aurora, IL .

The schedule for this role is 5am to 5pm on a 2-2-3 schedule.

Summary The person hired for the position of Production Lead will provide supervisory support for manufacturing operations within the plant and is responsible for driving safety, quality, service, productivity, and employee engagement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Ensuring a safe working environment through modeling safe behaviors, leading audits/inspections, correcting unsafe behaviors, conducting safety meetings, and utilizing proper work methods, procedures and equipment
• Providing direct supervision of production and temporary employees
• Handling shifts administrative activities such as time/absence reporting, attendance control, vacation planning, overtime and resource planning.
• Evaluating employees’ performance and providing feedback
• Driving continuous improvement in safety, productivity, quality
• Monitoring daily work schedules, determining priorities, allocate work assignments, and regulate production processes in order to meet specific daily production requirements
• Supporting manufacturing efforts and projects
• Reports to Production Supervisor with responsibility for operations and employees in the same plant areas
• Any other improvement projects as outlined by Plant Manager, Production Manager, or Production Supervisor
• Actively participate in all Continuous Improvement, Safety and Quality initiatives
• Performs housekeeping duties to ensure a clean and safe work environment.
• Understands the Quality policy, objectives, and aids in the achievement of them.
• Contributes to the continual improvement of the Quality Management System by following current written policies, procedures, and work instructions, etc., while providing constructive feedback, input, and suggestions.

What We Value

• Results oriented
• Self-motivated, confident, organized, persistent, high energy
• Collaborative relationships
• Communication skills – written/oral
• Analytical skills/problem solving
• Critical thinking & Conflict resolution

What We Look For

• High School diploma or higher from an accredited institution
• Minimum of 5 years manufacturing experience with 3 years working in a supervisory or lead position.
• Fluent in English and Spanish, both written and verba
• Ability to create, lead and work in a team atmosphere
• Ability to drive and influence positive change
• Ability to quantify results, identify new opportunities, adapt to change and interface with all levels of management
• Basic computer skills (SAP knowledge is a plus)

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Diversity and Inclusion We believe in diversity of thought and bringing together other traits and characteristics that make an individual bring a unique experience to Pregis. We strive to foster an inclusive environment where behaviors and social norms ensure people are welcome.

Affirmative Action/EEO Statement/Inclusion We offer equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We support inclusion and believe in welcoming a collective sum of individual differences, thoughts, traits, and characteristics to represent Pregis’ culture and achievements.

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