Packaging Team Lead

Packaging Team Lead

We are the nationwide leader in home gardening! A privately owned and operated seed, plant, and hard goods company, selling across all channels to millions of gardeners every year. We are passionate about quality, innovation, and making home gardening a successful experience. Burpee has been in business for 150 years and is the most trusted brand in home gardening. This is your opportunity to become a valued team member of a trusted industry leader.

Location: 300 Park Avenue. Warminster, PA 18974.

Monday through Friday. 7am-3:30pm. Evening shifts required during peak season.

Job Summary:

As a Packaging Team Lead, you will support the daily operations of the packaging team by working alongside machine operators to keep production running efficiently and safely. You will help ensure production goals are met, quality standards are maintained, and safety procedures are followed throughout each shift.

You will assist with troubleshooting issues on the floor, help coordinate workflow, and provide day-to-day guidance to team members as needed. As a go-to resource for questions and problem solving, you will help keep operations moving smoothly, meet production deadlines, and support consistent product quality in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Essential Duties:

• Provide training and guidance to team members, offering feedback to help improve performance and skills.
• Oversee the accuracy of reporting and paperwork for the tasks being performed.
• Continuous training of established SOPs, work rules, and safety instructions.
• Ensure a secure facility and work environment for the night/evening workforce.
• Monitor daily Key Performance Indicator (KPI) trends for each operator and provides support to meet goals.
• Assist with machine setup and shutdown, and communicate with team members to address issues and keep operations running smoothly.
• Help cross-train team members to develop more flexible and skilled workforce.
• All other job related duties as assigned by manager.

Qualifications:

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively alongside peers and team members
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment required
• Clear communication skills with the ability to provide day-to-day guidance and support
• Working knowledge of D365 or a similar manufacturing or ERP system
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and reach throughout the shift

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Health Reimbursement Account
• 401(k) Plan with company match
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Training and Development
• Short / Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• KASHABLE loan program
• Free garden vegetables from our farm from June to September

Why Join Us:

Be part of a trusted, long-standing company where quality and teamwork matter every day. Work in a hands-on Lead role where you support machine operators and keep production moving. Grow your skills in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with opportunities to learn and improve processes.