Line Leader

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Line Leader Job Description

The Line Leader oversees daily operations on a food production line, ensuring that production goals are met while maintaining high quality standards in a GMP manufacturing environment. This role coordinates and delegates tasks, supports and trains new team members, and collaborates closely with the quality team to ensure all products meet established specifications. The Line Leader also monitors and tracks production metrics to drive efficiency and continuous improvement.

• Lead and coordinate activities on the production line in a food manufacturing environment.
• Delegate tasks to line workers to ensure smooth and efficient workflow.
• Assist with training and onboarding of new hires on production processes, safety, and GMP standards.
• Fill in on the production line as needed to cover employee breaks or staffing gaps.
• Assign and manage break schedules to maintain continuous line operation.
• Ensure the production line meets daily and shift-based production goals.
• Work closely with the quality department to verify that products meet all quality and GMP standards.
• Monitor, record, and track production metrics to measure performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support adherence to GMP and food safety requirements throughout the production area.
• Promote a safe, clean, and organized work area in alignment with GMP and company policies.

• At least 3 years of GMP manufacturing experience.
• Proven experience leading others in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both Spanish and English.
• Hands-on experience working on or overseeing a production line.
• Strong ability to delegate tasks and coordinate team activities.
• Knowledge and practical application of GMP standards in a production setting.
• Familiarity with food industry production or packaging processes.
• Ability to collaborate with quality teams to maintain product standards.
• Capability to track and interpret basic production metrics.

• Previous experience in the food industry is a plus.
• Experience working with raw ingredients is highly desirable.
• Background in packaging operations, particularly in a GMP environment.
• Comfort working with high-speed, gravity-fed packaging equipment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in a production setting.

You will join an award-winning, best-in-class contract packaging organization known for its flexibility, sophisticated systems, and ability to adapt quickly to customer needs. The company has a strong reputation in the industry and a track record of continuous innovation and improvement. You will work in an environment that values results, embraces new ideas, and encourages employees to contribute to ongoing growth and operational excellence.

The work environment is a clean, well-maintained GMP food production facility with a pleasant aroma similar to a coffee and bakery shop. The operation uses mostly gravity-fed, high-speed packaging equipment to package dry goods such as powders. The facility is well-lit, spacious, and positioned for future expansion, with plans to grow and potentially add to the current building. This role follows 10-hour shifts, Monday through Friday, with some Saturdays as needed. Available schedules include a second shift from 4:00 pm to 2:30 am and a third shift from 10:00 pm to 6:00 am. The setting emphasizes cleanliness, organization, and adherence to GMP standards throughout all production activities.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Elgin, IL.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Elgin,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 23, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.