Shipping and Packaging Production Lead

Shipping and Packaging Production Lead

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Shipping and Packaging Production Lead to oversee our shipping and packaging operations. This role is critical to ensuring that our products are prepared and shipped efficiently, accurately, and on time. Shipping and packaging production lead is the operational leader of the shipping team. In this role you will manage the day to day functions of the shipping and packaging team as well as fill in for the on shift crew leadership when needed.

This role is specialist supporting role for the shift leaders and shipping and packaging team.

Responsibilities:

Core Duties and Responsibilities

Assigning duties to specific employees based on role and skills

Leading employees and assisting with tasks as necessary

Organizing shift schedules for team members

Conducting performance reviews and sharing feedback with both upper management and team members

Adhering to company policies and health, safety and employment standards

Provides the Logistics Operations Manager with tactical support

Qualifications:

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Leadership skills like decision-making, motivation and goal-setting

Strong problem-solving skills

Exceptional organization and time management abilities

Ability to work as part of a team and collaborate effectively

In-depth industry knowledge

Understanding of relevant health and safety regulations

Comfortable with workplace technology like scheduling software, inventory management software

Basic math skills

Meritable, but not a requirement:

Knowledge of the Swedish safety and transportation guidelines

Previous packaging, shipping, and logistics experience a plus

Background in manufacturing required with experience in the metals industry preferred