Production Line Lead

Praxis Packaging
Grand Rapids, MI
Overview:

Step into a leadership role where you don’t just keep the line running—you drive performance, develop people, and build your future. As a Line Supervisor, you’ll own the pace, quality, and efficiency of production, leading a team of Packagers to consistently deliver on customer expectations in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

This is more than a production role—it’s a key part of our internal talent pipeline. You’ll gain hands-on leadership experience, train and mentor new supervisors, and collaborate across departments to ensure compliance with cGMPs, SOPs, and quality standards. Your ability to problem-solve, communicate, and lead from the front will directly impact operational success.

Top performers in this role earn a competitive base wage, have opportunities for overtime, and—most importantly—position themselves for advancement. Many of our Line Supervisors have grown into roles in Quality, Production Administration, Sales Support, and Maintenance.

If you’re ready to take ownership, build leadership skills, and create real career momentum, this is your opportunity.

Responsibilities:
  • Check all product and components with each job on the line for accuracy.
  • Assign area of work for each packager on the line; check to make sure each person is performing his/her job duties.
  • Assign area of work for the Line Assistant; check to make sure each person is performing his/her job duties.
  • Train and direct people on the line and mentor Line Supervisors Trainees. (daily training).
  • Know all paperwork (ex. LCL, Clean-up, Start-up, Log book, Skid Tickets, MFG Board, etc.)
  • Accurately fill out the related paperwork.
  • Verify start-up inspections of the packaging lines at the beginning of the shift and as needed during the shift.
  • Perform minor adjustments on machines (i.e. tape changes).
  • Know the expected rate-per-hour and make changes as necessary to achieve expected rate.
  • Check quality of product and call for QA when questionable.
  • Request maintenance on machinery when problems arise.
  • Make sure the line is cleaned between jobs and at the end of the shift.
  • Communicate any problems or concerns with the Production Supervisor.
  • Tag and remove skids from the line.
  • Have sufficient amount of product and components on the line to allow for a steady flow of work.
  • Maintain efficient productivity rates while complying with safety, quality and GMP practices.
  • Responsible to ensure products meet qualityand efficiency standards set by the company.
  • Perform start-up inspections of the packaging lines at the beginning of the shift and as needed during the course of the shift.
  • First responder problem solver with Quality issues.
  • Certifies in Line Supervisor training program.
Qualifications:
  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Associate degree or equivalent combination preferred.
  • 2-4 years’ similar experience required.
  • Supervisory experience preferred.
  • Basic Mechanical and mathematical aptitude required.
  • The ability to work independently, without supervision required.
  • Ability to organize priorities and workload required.
Pay Range: Starting from USD $23.00/Hr.
Posted 2026-03-27

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