Packaging & Value Added Lead

Description

OGS Industries : Our Company

OGS Industries, www.ogsindustries.com, is a diversified metal component manufacturing company providing stamping, machining, and fabrication services to its customers in Aerospace, Transportation, Industrial, Firearms, and Military markets. Based in Akron, Ohio, OGS Industries has 3 facilities with over 100 employees. We provide excellent health benefits, a flexible working schedule, and all the tools and resources you need to be a successful part of our team.

The Packaging & Value-Add Lead is responsible for supporting the day-to-day execution of secondary operations including part marking, assembly, packaging, and preparation for shipment. This role acts as the primary support to the Department Manager, helping coordinate workflow, ensure and drive efficiency across a high-mix, low-volume production environment.

This is a hands-on lead role that combines production work, team coordination, and system/process oversight, with the goal of preparing the individual for future management responsibility.

Key Responsibilities

Production Execution & Oversight

• Perform and oversee value-add operations including: Ink stamping / part marking, Chemical etching, Edge bonding / surface bonding, Assembly of sets and kits, Bagging, tagging, boxing, and labeling
• Ensure all work is completed per router instructions, prints, and customer specs (MIL, aerospace, commercial, etc.)
• Verify correct materials, labels, and documentation are used prior to shipment
  
  

Workflow Coordination

• Assist the Manager in prioritizing daily workload based on: Shipping schedule, Hot jobs / late orders, Work-in-process flow from production
• Help distribute work across team members to maximize throughput
• Identify bottlenecks and communicate issues proactively
  
  

System & Process Support

• Learn and support use of ERP system (e.g., Global Shop Solutions): Track job status and completions, Ensure correct quantities are processed and reported, Help maintain accurate documentation and job records, Support continuous improvement efforts
  
  

Team Leadership & Development

• Act as lead on the floor when the Manager is unavailable Train new employees on: Packaging methods, Work instructions, Quality expectations
  
  

Requirements

Required

• 2 years in manufacturing, packaging, or production environment
• Strong attention to detail and organization
• Ability to read and follow work instructions and prints
• Basic computer skills (ERP exposure preferred)
• Ability to handle multiple jobs in a fast-paced, high-mix environment
  
  

Preferred

• Experience with aerospace or regulated industry packaging requirements
• Familiarity with part marking methods (ink stamp, etch, etc.)
• Prior leadership or training experience
  
  

Key Traits for Success

• High accountability mindset (owns mistakes and fixes them)
• Strong communicator (keeps Manager informed, works with team)
• Process-oriented (doesn’t “wing it” job to job)
• Sense of urgency without sacrificing accuracy
• Willingness to learn and grow into a management role
  
  

Performance Metrics (What Success Looks Like)

• Zero or minimal shipping errors (counts, labels, certs)
• On-time job completion aligned with shipping schedule
• Reduced rework due to packaging/marking issues
• Improved workflow efficiency and organization
• Team productivity and engagement
  
  

Reporting Structure

• Reports to: Packaging & Value-Add Manager