What are the responsibilities and job description for the Line Leader - 1st shift position at PL Developments?
PL Developments, also known as PLD, is a leading manufacturer, packager, and distributor of over-the-counter (OTC) pharmaceutical products and consumer healthcare goods.
The Line Leader is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the daily operations of the production line. You will be a key player in ensuring efficiency, quality, and safety in the manufacturing process. This role requires strong leadership skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to collaborate with various team members to achieve production goals.
Work schedule: Monday - Thursday 6a - 4:30p
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), safety protocols, and regulatory requirements.
- Able to speak, read and write English
- Detail oriented with good organizational skills
- Team player and builder
- Possess quick thinking skills
- Good communication skills; must interact well with all levels of personnel
- Strong analytical and mathematical skills
- Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred but not required
- Able to work overtime when required
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Checks production schedule to determine product to be packed or filled
- Checks Finished Product Specification Book to ensure customer specifications are met
- Sets, adjusts and tests labeling machinery
- Sets correct code dates for each product produced
- Reports discrepancies to QA, Supervisor and/or Manager
- Assists in training newly assigned staff in all line production positions when necessary
- Perform rework of damaged product with team when line is down
- Complete Batch Records for lines worked
- Ensure that preventative maintenance checks are performed on all line equipment and machinery
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment to ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and cleanliness standards.
- Work closely with QA/QC, Maintenance personnel, warehouse personnel and immediate supervisor and Manager
- Proper accountability and reporting of all unused materials and or components to appropriate personnel
- Ensures all staff wears appropriate PPE
- Sets up secondary work assignments to ensure staff is productive during down time
- Must be able to perform all tasks within their assigned lines
- Other duties as assigned by Production Manager, Supervisor, and/or Floor Lead
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Long periods of standing, walking, reaching, stooping, bending
- Requires walking/standing up to 10 hours
- Good hand eye coordination when handling products
- Able to lift/carry items frequently of up to 25 – 45 lbs. while working in a production environment
- Must upkeep proper PPE requirements within a manufacturing environment
BENEFIT OVERVIEW:
PLD is a proud equal opportunity employer offering many corporate benefits, including:
• Medical and Dental Benefits
• 401K with employer match
• Group Life Insurance
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Tuition Assistance
• Corporate Discount Program
• Opportunities to Flourish Within the Company
