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Production Lead

Menasha Corporation & Companies
Neenah, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 7/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/23/2026

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ABOUT US (AND OUR EXCITING FUTURE)

Menasha Corporation is all about possibilities. Our two businesses, Menasha Packaging and ORBIS Corporation, are leaders in their industries, providing corrugated and plastic packaging products and related services to major global companies.

Our employees make the difference, proving that great ideas, collaboration and quality turn possibilities into success. Working at Menasha Corporation means that your insights provide cutting-edge solutions for our customers. If you like to make things happen and are passionate about what you do, you’re going to want to be here.

Join us and become part of the power behind possible.

About The Opportunity

The Die Cutting & Finishing Lead Person provides support for all issues relating to die cutting and finishing area production. This person provides direction on the day-to-day activities of the department in order produce in the most efficient and effective manner.

Shift:

  • 2pm-10pm Mon-Fri

Essential Functions:

  • Demonstrate commitment to safety and perform job duties in accordance with company safety policies and procedures.

  • Monitor work areas to ensure all employees are working safely.

  • Provide daily coaching and feedback to all department employees.

  • Increase overall productivity to meet customer requirements.

  • Work with other leaders in regards to manufacturing and quality decisions.

  • Assign work and monitor production orders as they arrive in department.

  • Monitor schedules, rush orders, hot list, call-ins, etc.

  • Author quality response forms.

  • Coordinate overtime postings/schedules.

  • Serve as communication liaison with 2nd shift Area Manager and 3rd Shift Supervisor.

  • Coordinate quality concerns with quality personnel or Customer Service.

  • Provide answers and make decisions related to production and quality.

  • Schedule production and monitor orders to increase overall productivity and quality while simultaneously meeting efficiency goals and customer commitments.

  • Participate in daily scheduling meetings with other lead people to discuss priorities, rush, etc.

  • Identify and implement process improvements and increased productivity opportunities.

  • Enhance internal and external department communication toward creating a cohesive work environment.

  • Participate in monthly department meetings and other meetings as needed to communicate policy, revisions, general updates, etc.

  • Provide backup ECATS responsibilities and resolve issues with Payroll when necessary.

  • Assist the Department Area Manager on the following areas: weekly/daily manning requirements, overtime requirements, quality complaints.

  • Provide input into employee disciplinary issues and performance reviews in a timely manner and in line with employee handbook.

  • Work with peers and other departments to improve quality and performance.

  • Actively participate in lean manufacturing initiatives.

  • Perform other duties as assigned by management/supervisors.

Education:

  • High School diploma or equivalent preferred.

Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Safety sensitive position – ability to work in a constant state of alertness and a safe manner.

  • Ability to work overtime and weekends as required based upon the needs of the business.

  • Ability to work on a rotating shift as needed.

  • Ability to effectively work in teams.

  • Ability to work in a production-based environment with moving equipment and people.

  • Ability to interact and communicate effectively with a wide variety of roles.

  • Must have computer skills in Microsoft Office and understanding of an ERP system.

Shift:

  • 2pm-10pm Mon-Fri

Two companies, one vision.

Menasha Corporation consists of two companies that are leading the way to a sustainable future with packaging and supply chain solutions. Founded in 1849 and headquartered in Neenah, Wisconsin, we employ over 7,500 employees in 112 facilities in North America and Europe.

Our companies are leading corrugated and plastic packaging manufacturers and supply chain solution providers. Our Menasha Packaging Company is the largest independent provider of packaging and supply chain service solutions in North America, designing, printing, and fulfilling graphic packaging, display and merchandising solutions for over 1,800 brands, both in-store and online.


Our ORBIS business believes there is a better way to optimize today’s supply chains, with reusable packaging products and services. Reusable containers, pallets, dunnage, bulk systems and metal racks improve the flow product all along the supply chain to reduce costs, enhance profitability and add sustainability.


Our products and services are used by global, name-brand companies in the food, beverage, health and beauty, over-the-counter pharmaceutical, industrial, automotive, and electronics industries.

Come build an exciting, rewarding career with us, where you’ll have opportunities to grow.


The possibilities are endless. The power is yours!


Menasha Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will be provided with equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or genetic information.

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