Lead Operations Technician

Packaging Lead

Our De Soto Operations teams are the people that make our products. We work in the manufacturing plants with a "Safety First, Quality Always" mindset striving for continuous improvement. We work in the local plant connected to our global manufacturing network to ensure the highest quality of raw materials, intermediates and finished products. This position as a Packaging Lead will be created to act as the day-to-day lead of packaging operations, with the following responsibilities:

Primary Responsibilities

Employee Development & Leadership

• Models company leadership principles and inclusive behaviors.
• Provides coaching and supports skills development and process capabilities within their team.
• Supports effective feedback and coaching within the team during the Performance Management cycle.
• Is responsible for ensuring all operators receive appropriate training for all assigned tasks.
• Supports the effective performance management of individuals in their teams.

Safety Compliance

• Demonstrates a strong compliance mind-set (EHS and Quality) and continuously sets a high standard for themselves and others.
• Follows safe operating instructions for all tasks and equipment.
• Ensures that the right tools and equipment specified for the task are available and utilized.
• Ensures that the correct personal protective equipment required is available and utilized.
• To follow up any reported defects or workplace hazards immediately.
• To report all accidents, incidents and near misses within 24 hours and to participate in investigation and identification of effective corrective and preventative actions.

Quality Compliance

• Supports the on-time completion of Quality compliance tasks in relation to Deviation, CAPA and Change Control management.
• Is responsible for all aspects of Quality Assurance including cGMP, RFT and good documentation practices and provides coaching to others.
• Supports the update, review and approval of GMP documentation including, but not limited to:
• SOP's
• MD's

Productivity

• Is responsible for the Daily, Weekly and Monthly schedule adherence of production activities within their department.
• Build and maintain strong collaborations with different stakeholders throughout the Site Operations such as Operational Excellence, Engineering, Quality and R&D.
• Supports the Packaging and Warehouse Team in creating a culture of continuous improvement and leads by example.
• Supports initiatives for stabilizing and improving production processes.
• Supports the effective application of Lean Six Sigma, Project Management and Change Management Tools.
• Is responsible for the facilitation of an effective Tier 1 Meeting, including, but not limited to:
• A visual status of training within the department.
• A visual status of the completion of compliance tasks.
• A visual status of schedule adherence.
• Communication of key issues impacting the team.

Required Education / Experience:

• High School diploma/GED with minimum 4 years of relevant work experience
• Must have the ability to read, write and understand information and to effectively communicate information to colleagues at various levels
• Must have a strong attention to detail
• Must be more proficient with PC operation and have the ability to use Microsoft applications
• Must be able to work flexible work schedule to meet the demands of the manufacturing process. This includes overtime, holidays and weekends. Days and hours are subject to change based on the needs of the business.

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Employee Status: Regular

Relocation: No

VISA Sponsorship: No

Travel Requirements: No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements: Not Applicable

Shift: 2nd - Evening

Valid Driving License: No

Hazardous Material(s): n/a

Required Skills: Adaptability, Change Management, CNC Manufacturing, Communication, Computer Literacy, Driving Continuous Improvement, Fabrication Processes, GMP Compliance, Goal Feedback, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Inventory Management, Machinery Operation, Management Process, Managing Change Requests, Material Selection, Operational Efficiency, Operational Excellence, Organizational Performance Management, Process Improvements, Production Planning, Production Processes, Production Scheduling, Project Management, Safety Compliance

Preferred Skills:

Job Posting End Date: 07/2/2025

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