What are the responsibilities and job description for the Packing Lead position at Paramount Extrusions Company?
Paramount Extrusions Company is a high-end, tight tolerance aluminum extrusion specialist known for pushing boundaries and shaping the exceptional. Our attention to precision and relentless commitment to customer success allows us to transform the most intricate concepts into reality. With world-class expertise and our unique indirect extrusion process, Paramount enables customers to achieve their boldest ideas more cost-effectively and efficiently. From design to extrusion, and fabrication to finishing, our turnkey suite of solutions caters to the needs of any project. With skills forged by 70 years of crafting profiles that defy convention, our focus goes beyond the technical aspects of extrusion to the application’s ultimate success.
Job Summary
The Packing Lead is responsible for overseeing the daily activities of the packing team while supporting material flow throughout the packing and shipping areas. This role is highly hands-on and primarily operates a forklift to move, stage, and organize material while ensuring the packing team maintains consistent output.
The Packing Lead also supports the production team by assisting with material movement to and from the aging ovens to maintain continuous production flow. The role monitors packing productivity, coordinates workflow, and ensures finished material is properly staged for shipment.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
California pay range: $17 USD - $19 USD
Paramount Extrusions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We value a diverse workforce and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and local law.
Job Summary
The Packing Lead is responsible for overseeing the daily activities of the packing team while supporting material flow throughout the packing and shipping areas. This role is highly hands-on and primarily operates a forklift to move, stage, and organize material while ensuring the packing team maintains consistent output.
The Packing Lead also supports the production team by assisting with material movement to and from the aging ovens to maintain continuous production flow. The role monitors packing productivity, coordinates workflow, and ensures finished material is properly staged for shipment.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
- Operate a forklift to move, stage, and organize finished material within the packing and shipping areas.
- Support the production team by assisting with material movement to and from aging ovens to maintain proper production flow.
- Oversee the daily activities of the packing team, ensuring work is performed safely, efficiently, and according to company procedures.
- Monitor packing team output and ensure material is processed in a timely manner to support shipping schedules.
- Coordinate the flow of material between production, aging ovens, packing, and shipping to prevent bottlenecks or delays.
- Ensure finished material is properly staged and organized for shipment.
- Support the Logistics Lead by communicating packing progress, delays, or operational issues.
- Assist packing team members when needed while maintaining oversight of workflow and productivity.
- Ensure packaging materials and supplies are available and organized to support efficient packing operations.
- Train packing team members on proper handling, packaging practices, and safe material movement.
- Maintain organization and cleanliness in the packing area to support safe and efficient operations.
- Identify issues related to material handling, packing quality, or workflow and escalate concerns to the Logistics Lead when necessary.
- Promote teamwork and maintain clear communication within the packing team.
- High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience.
- Forklift experience required.
- Experience in manufacturing, warehouse, or packing operations preferred.
- Ability to coordinate team activities while maintaining hands-on operational responsibilities.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to maintain focus in a fast-paced production environment.
- Frequent forklift operation throughout the shift.
- Ability to stand and move throughout the facility for extended periods.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds when assisting with packing activities.
California pay range: $17 USD - $19 USD
Paramount Extrusions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We value a diverse workforce and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and local law.
Salary : $17 - $19