Production Lead

• Lead and coordinate the activities of production employees within the assigned area.
• Ensure production schedules are completed efficiently and on time.
• Monitor machine performance and workflow to maximize productivity.
• Assist with machine setup, changeovers, troubleshooting, and operational issues.
• Communicate production priorities and goals to team members.
• Ensure proper staffing and work assignments throughout the shift.

• Promote and enforce all plant safety policies and procedures.
• Conduct routine safety inspections and address unsafe conditions immediately.
• Ensure employees use required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Report accidents, near misses, and safety concerns to management.
• Participate in safety meetings and training programs.

• Verify products meet customer specifications and quality standards.
• Inspect work in process and finished products.
• Address quality concerns and implement corrective actions when necessary.
• Ensure proper documentation of quality checks and production records.

• Train new employees on equipment operation, safety procedures, and quality expectations.
• Provide coaching and guidance to team members.
• Monitor employee performance and provide feedback.
• Assist supervisors with employee evaluations and development initiatives.
• Foster teamwork and positive employee relations.

• Monitor equipment condition and report maintenance needs.
• Assist maintenance personnel during repairs and troubleshooting activities.
• Ensure operators perform routine machine cleaning and preventive maintenance tasks.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area in accordance with housekeeping standards.

• Complete production reports and shift documentation accurately.
• Monitor production metrics, downtime, waste, and efficiency.
• Communicate shift activities, concerns, and performance to supervisors.
• Participate in continuous improvement and waste reduction initiatives.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience in corrugated manufacturing or industrial production.
• Strong knowledge of corrugated converting, printing, die-cutting, folder-gluer, or corrugator operations.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read production schedules, specifications, and work orders.
• Basic computer skills for reporting and production tracking.

• Experience with Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement programs.
• Forklift certification.
• First Aid/CPR certification.
• Experience with ERP or production management systems.

• Leadership and team-building skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Organizational and time-management skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet production deadlines.

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, and climb as required.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, dust, heat, and moving equipment.

• Meet production, quality, and safety targets.
• Maintain efficient workflow and minimize downtime.
• Demonstrate effective leadership and employee engagement.
• Support a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Pratt is America's 5th largest corrugated packaging company and the world's largest, privately-held 100% recycled paper and packaging company, with more than 10,000 highly-skilled, green-collar employees dedicated to the environment and sustainability.