Team Leader, Manufacturing - LanceSoft Inc

Job Description: 
Manufacturing Line Leader 
Note :: Second Shift 4:00pm - 12:30am Monday - Friday

Position Summary:

The BPF Line Leader supports and leads the Operations and activities of all Production Filling and Packaging while achieving daily production targets prioritized by Safety, Quality, and timeliness. Following the priorities set by the Manager and Supervisor to ensure that workstations are set up and staffed for maximum production output, including resolving issues with distribution tasks. May support the Manager and Supervisor in daily Tier meetings or priority setting.

Pre-production activities and responsibilities.
Must be able to read, review, and understand the Job Cards, SOPs, WI, and the shop floor packets before starting the job.
Assigned critical skill sets of associates/personnel to the production lines/ stations.
Check and verify all components against the Job Card are correct per production lines/stations.


• Must be able to demonstrate leadership qualities and be a motivator of people.
• Must be dependable and show initiative to improve the overall production process and/ or output.
• Oversee day-to-day operations on the production floor.
• Creates and maintains a clean, safe working environment for all employees.
• Must be detail and quality-oriented and able to demonstrate knowledge and experience in cGMPs.
• Verify all coded information (Product Description, Lot Numbers, Exp Date. Product Number) on the Job Card, product, and Product label are correct.
• Notify Production Supervisors when product tests fail.
• Ensure all product and packaging conforms to Job Card and Client specifications.
• Ensure the manufacturing /Packaging area remains clean throughout the production run.
• Monitor waste and material quantities and communicate to the supervisor if additional materials are needed.
• Provide production status updates, to the production supervisor regularly throughout the shift.
• Report all paperwork issues discrepancies and material delays to the Production Supervisors for resolution.
• Takes a proactive approach to analyzing deficiencies and developing plans to correct them. Review existing processes, procedures such as SOPs and WIs, and metrics to identify improvement opportunities and efficiency gains regularly.
• Support and participate in the company’s efforts in Practical Process Improvement, LEAN, standard work, and 5S program.
• Primary backup when the supervisor and or manager are not present.
• Enforce rules and regulations of the company and department.
• Ensures both consistency of and compliance with company and departmental policies/procedures and performance standards such as CBA; ensures daily compliance with the departmental and quality standards.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:
• MUST be able to work Second Shift (4:00 PM - 12:30AM )
• Knowledge of Manufacturing/Packaging Operations, Receiving, Pick/ Pack, shipping, or equivalent is preferable.
• PC literate with a working knowledge of Databases, Access, Work, Outlook, and Excel. AS400 a plus.
• Ability to effectively communicate with different levels of the organization.
• Possess analytical skillset for problem-solving and capable of multi-tasking in a rapid-paced environment.
• GLP and GDP experience a plus.
• Must be capable of organizing time to perform the necessary daily tasks efficiently.
• Ability to quickly learn basic reconciling and inventory control practices and procedures.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong team-oriented interpersonal skills are essential.

Education and Work Experience:
• High School Diploma required associate degree, preferred.
• Leadership experience required, 1-3 years. Exposure to a production and/ or chemical environment is a plus.