Line Lead

Berlin Packaging is the premier supplier of rigid packaging. With over $3 billion in revenue, we grow 5x faster than the overall packaging industry.  

Chances are you enjoy products supplied by Berlin Packaging every day! We serve virtually every end market: automotive, beverage, food, home care, industrial chemical, pet care and veterinary, personal health and beauty, wine and spirits, and cannabis.  

Combine that with our “Anything is Possible” mindset and our winning culture, our 2,000+ employees agree, we love it here. Our engagement scores are 2x the national average. And every single employee shares in Berlin’s profitable growth. 

Now you understand why since1898, our 100+ year-old company has grown 5x faster than our industry!

Are you up for the opportunity of a lifetime? If so, we are seeking an Line Lead who leads specific production line including set up and operating production machines in an efficient and timely manner. Advising and organizing employees ensuring orders are completed accurately and timely.

Key Accountabilities:

• Quickly and efficiently ensure machine is stocked with correct components to ensure production levels

are maintained.

• Machine set-up; diagnose problems and adjust accordingly.
• Assist Production Lead and Supervisor in training and provide feedback on operator performance. Provide guidance, assistance, support, mentorship, and clarity to employees working on their specific line.
• Quickly and efficiently feed and pack correct components and assemblies into and out of machine.
• Will work as part of an assembly line to ensure completion of the process, in which case must communicate with other team members on the production line to ensure speed and accuracy to meet established metrics.
• Inform supervisors of any part or equipment defects to ensure prompt response to the problem. Identify friction points in the production plan and provide the Team Leader with a course of action to assist in the production of all orders.
• Provide maintenance requests to Team Leaders, coordinate with, and support the maintenance team, and confirm preventative maintenance is done on equipment.
• Maintain an efficient and orderly production room while following all company and facility safety policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Immediately report any potentially hazardous situations or unsafe behaviors.
• Accurately record daily production with limited use of company ERP system.
• Support branch metrics to drive customer thrill.
• Fulfill the employee portion of the Berlin Values.
• Other tasks as required.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Prefer 1-3 years’ experience operating machinery.
• Prior warehouse or manufacturing experience required.
• Ability to operate stand-up forklifts highly recommended.
• Demonstrated ability to provide coaching and feedback to other employees.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to be proactive in solving problems with high attention to detail.
• Demonstrate a strong work ethic and ability to learn.
• Has a positive attitude and contributes to a positive team culture.
• Self-motivated; reliable, with strong initiative and results orientation.
• Models safe work practices.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Ability to drive accountability and uphold production leadership driven standards.

Working Environment and Physical Requirements:

Must be able to frequently lift/move boxes weighing up to 20lbs and occasionally lift/ move boxes and/or pallets up to 45lbs through warehouse. Displays manual dexterity and ability to stand for extended periods of time.

Berlin Packaging offers an outstanding compensation and benefits package including:

• Competitive PTO including vacation, personal days, holidays, and sick time
• 1Berlin Shared Ownership Plan
• Profit sharing
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical insurance including dental insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for transportation, medical, and dependent care expenses
• Vision insurance options
• Paid parental leave for up to 12-weeks
• Health club reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement
• 529 college savings plan
• Employee Assistance Program for mental health and well-being
• Calm app to improve mental wellbeing
• Employee referral program
• Company sponsored life insurance with optional voluntary life insurance
• Company sponsored short- and long-term disability

At Berlin Packaging, we look at candidates’ skills but hire based on traits. We believe in hiring smart, passionate people who are thirsty for knowledge and enthusiastic to learn and develop their skills. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with the points outlined in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Berlin Packaging provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.

Visit our Careers page for more information on our Anything is Possible culture and Total Rewards offerings.

*Please note that any salary information shared is a general guideline only. Salaries are based on candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

*This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

*Berlin Packaging maintains a smoke-free workplace.

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