Lead, Production

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Chippewa Falls, WI, USA
In-Office
25-28 Hourly
Entry level
Food & Beverage Manufacturing
The Role
Leads staffing, training, and operation of a nighttime 1-gallon bottling line. Oversees safe production, quality inspections, machine adjustments, material handling, sanitation, and compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices. Reports incidents and supports employee development while maintaining production standards and customer expectations. The role requires standing for 12-hour shifts and working a rotating 2-2-3 schedule.
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Production Line Lead - Nights

Location: Chippewa Falls, WI

Salary: $25.38/hour plus $2.50 shift premium

We are looking to add a Production Line Lead to our 1-Gallon bottling line to carry out our company mission of maintaining an inclusive culture of trust, honesty, humility, integrity, and candor in our dealings with others, ourselves, and our communities.

Who are we? 

  • Premium Waters is the 2nd largest bottler of private label bottled water products in the U.S.A. We are committed to providing high quality bottled water in an environmentally friendly manner. 
  • Our Teams focus on proactively supporting safety, understanding sustainability, and building lasting relationships.

Your part in our story:

The Production Line Lead is responsible for the staffing set up and operation of the bottling lines to meet production standard and customer expectations. Together with the Production Shift Supervisor and Shift Lead, the Production Line Lead is responsible for the proper training and development of the production line personnel. Will perform basic machine operations to include; stacking raw material, handling finished product cases, performing quality inspections and minor machine adjustments. 

  • Ensure training and orientation of production employees in accordance with published Lesson Plans. 
  • Oversees production line to ensure that quality product is produced in a safe manner. 
  • Operates bottling line equipment and performs prescribed quality tests.
  • Maintains a safe and clean environment, follows safety guidelines. 
  • Reports all emergencies, injuries, and production incidents immediately to production supervisor. 
  • Must follow all established Good Manufacturing Practices. 
  • Work 5pm-5:10am on a 2-2-3 shift schedule:
    • Work: Monday & Tuesday – Off: Wednesday & Thursday – Work: Friday, Saturday & Sunday
    • Off: Monday & Tuesday – Work: Wednesday & Thursday – Off: Friday, Saturday & Sunday

Why work with us? 

We strive to foster an environment that celebrates differences in our teams at all PWI locations. We recognize that a diverse and inclusive workforce results in better decision-making, faster and more innovative problem solving, and creates a safe and welcoming environment for everyone.

Benefits include: 

 Medical, Prescription Drug, and Vision Program –on DAY ONE

  • Dental – on DAY ONE
  • A generous PTO program -112 hours in your first year!
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Gym Reimbursement Program and Company Paid Wellness Coach
  • Online Virtual Care
  • Company Paid Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, Children
  • Company Paid Long and Short-Term Disability 
  • Company Paid Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Education/Tuition Reimbursement Program – to supplement your current skillset or advance to a higher position.
  • 401(K) – Company Match 100% up to 4%
  • Bereavement Leave
  • Volunteer Time Off Program
  • Holiday Pay
  • Employee Water Program – Free Water
  • Referral Bonus
  • Daily Pay
  • FREE physical therapy on site!
  • FREE access to near-site health care clinic (employees only)!

About you – preferred requirements for this role

  • High School diploma or GED is required 
  • Some leadership experience, preferably in a manufacturing setting.
  • Some manufacturing experience with a beverage, food or liquid consumer products manufacturer is preferred. 
  • Prior knowledge of GMP’s, sanitation standards and FDA requirements is helpful. 
  • Must be able to stand for extended periods of time – 12-hour shifts. 
  • Basic math skills are needed. 
  • Must be able to work flexible hours. 
  • Good organizational skills. 
  • Good interpersonal skills. 
  • Good communication skills – oral and written.
  • Safety - Everyone at Premium Waters, Inc. must be involved and committed to safety. This must be a team effort. Together, we can prevent accidents and injuries and keep each other safe and healthy in the work that provides our livelihood. 

Premium Waters, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.

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Skills Required

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Some leadership experience, preferably in a manufacturing setting
  • Some manufacturing experience with a beverage, food, or liquid consumer products manufacturer
  • Prior knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices, sanitation standards, and FDA requirements
  • Ability to stand for extended periods during 12-hour shifts
  • Basic math skills
  • Ability to work flexible hours
  • Good organizational skills
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Good oral and written communication skills
  • Commitment to workplace safety

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The Company
HQ: Riverside, Missouri
640 Employees
Year Founded: 1994

What We Do

Premium Waters, Inc. is a multifaceted bottled water company headquartered in Missouri that offers convenient home and office delivery services, quality private and custom label bottled water, and accompanying products such as water coolers and filtration systems with a clear mission that impacts everything we do. We are driven by a core set of values: trust, honesty, humility, integrity, and candor. These principles guide our interactions with customers, employees, and partners. We prioritize the well-being of our team, recognizing them as our most valuable asset. HOME & OFFICE DELIVERY Premium Waters has 12 home and office facilities throughout the Upper Midwest. Quality water solutions directly to your door! Our full beverage service includes delivery and return of 5-gallon bottles, cooler rental, case water delivery, and coffee service in select areas. PRIVATE & CUSTOM LABEL SERVICES Premium Waters, Inc. bottles many well-known private label brands. We understand the importance of branding your company. With 12 high-speed production facilities and four 5-gallon bottling plants throughout the country, let Premium Waters take your local, regional, or national marketing to a new level. RETAIL SERVICES We partner with a variety of distributors throughout the nation to bring our quality products to you. OUR PREMIUM WATER BRANDS: Blue Falls® | Chippewa® Springs | Fruit Splash™ flavored water | Glacier Clear™ | Kandiyohi™ | La Crosse | Nature's Crystal™ | Nicolet™ Natural | Water Joe™ Caffeinated Water.

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