Production Assembler Lead - SWING SHIFT

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Job Description:
Are you detail-oriented, quality-focused, and ready to take your leadership skills to the next level? MeriCal is searching for a dedicated Production Assembler Lead to join our dynamic team. In this key role, you'll not only ensure our packaging components meet the highest quality standards, but you'll also drive the efficiency of our production lines, guiding your team to meet and exceed customer expectations.
About MeriCal:
MeriCal is a leading private-label and contract manufacturer of dietary supplements with over 90 years of industry expertise. Our commitment to innovation and quality has established us as a trusted partner in the health and wellness space. Our culture emphasizes collaboration, safety, and continuous improvement, offering an excellent environment to grow your career.
What It's Like to Work Here:
At MeriCal, we foster a team-oriented, fast-paced environment where employees work together to achieve excellence. Our team members share a positive attitude, problem-solving skills, and a dedication to high-quality production. You'll be part of a collaborative workforce focused on innovation, safety, and the pursuit of wellness.
About the Role:
As a Production Assembler Lead, you'll be the powerhouse driving the success of our production lines. You'll oversee production operations, ensuring quality and efficiency every step of the way. This is more than just a job-you'll be a key player in keeping our promises to our customers and leading our team to greatness!
About You:
You are a natural leader with a talent for motivating and guiding teams to success. With a sharp attention to detail and a strong commitment to maintaining high-quality standards, you ensure that production runs efficiently and stays on schedule. Your excellent communication skills allow you to collaborate effectively across departments, from quality control to maintenance, ensuring smooth operations. Calm under pressure, you are always ready to find solutions and keep production on track. With a deep understanding of production processes, you continually seek opportunities to enhance efficiency and improve outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:

• Be the Leader: You'll be responsible for verifying all packaging instructions are followed to the letter. If there's an issue, you'll be the one to notify the right departments and keep things on track.
• Ensure Quality: By performing regular quality checks, you'll ensure our products meet the high standards MeriCal is known for.
• Drive Efficiency: You'll manage staging and clearing production lines, so everything is ready to go for the next job-keeping us running like a well-oiled machine.
• Paperwork Pro: You'll ensure all cleaning logs and production paperwork are completed and signed off properly-accuracy matters!
• Mentor and Motivate: You'll assist in training your team, assigning tasks, and setting daily goals to ensure everyone is aligned and working together toward success.
• Problem Solver: You'll work with the Maintenance Department to handle any equipment changes or issues, minimizing downtime and maximizing productivity.
• Lead by Example: Your leadership will be instrumental in building a solid team, showing up every day with a positive attitude and inspiring others to do the same.

Qualifications:

• 1-3 years as a production line lead, ideally in an FDA-regulated packaging environment.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English and must be able to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Able to stand for long periods (8-12 hours) and lift over 50 lbs when needed.

Education Requirements:

• High School Diploma is a must; an A.A. or higher is a plus.

The Perks:
At MeriCal, we value our team members and offer exceptional benefits:

• No-cost vision insurance, employer-paid life insurance, 12 paid company holidays, generous paid time off benefits and sick time, employee assistance program, and a comprehensive wellness program.
• Affordable medical and dental insurance plans that fit the needs of you and your dependents.
• Outstanding supplemental benefits, including Accident, Critical Illness, Hospitalization indemnity plans, and pet insurance.
• Matching 401k plan and more!

Join us in our pursuit of wellness through innovation! Click on the 'apply' button below to be part of our dynamic team. Best of luck!
The salary range stated here is the low and high end of the pay range for this position. They do not necessarily reflect actual compensation that may be earned and are not a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee. Actual starting rate of pay may vary based on factors that include, but are not limited to, position offered, location, work education, training, and experience.
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MeriCal is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace that is inclusive and free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply. We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected, and where differences are embraced as strengths. We are dedicated to fostering an environment that promotes equality and celebrates diversity.