Line Leader

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Line Leader Job Description Join a once in a lifetime opportunity to develop your career with an amazing organization! As a Line Leader, you will cross-train line employees on various production lines and lead huddles to coordinate daily activities. You will organize and guide line employees to ensure timely starts, efficient order processing, and adherence to production schedules. This role involves setting up, operating, troubleshooting, and adjusting production equipment such as fillers, coders, scales, and sealers. You will also manage product and packaging materials to maximize line efficiency and train operators and associates, including those on LOTO-certified lines. Responsibilities Cross-train line employees on various production lines. Lead Tier 1 huddles and coordinate daily activities. Organize line employees for timely starts and efficient order processing. Set up, operate, troubleshoot, and adjust production equipment. Manage product and packaging materials for optimal line efficiency. Train operators and associates, including cross-training on other lines. Prioritize order processing related to shipping requirements and production schedules. Maintain communication with team members and report safety or efficiency issues. Ensure safe equipment operation and promote a clean work area. Essential Skills Experience in production and packaging. General knowledge of warehouse operations. Machine operator experience preferred. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred. High School Diploma or GED preferred. Additional Skills & Qualifications Knowledge of food industry and general production. Ability to lift items (team lift for heavier items). Flexibility with work hours and potential for overtime. Adherence to food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements. Why Work Here? Join a company that has grown to become a leader in the specialty foods industry, boasting over 300 employees and state-of-the-art facilities. We craft unique culinary solutions that inspire food lovers everywhere, offering a dynamic and collaborative work environment. Work Environment The work environment is in a clean, temperature-controlled manufacturing facility. Current openings include shifts from Friday through Monday, 4:00 am to 4:30 pm, with Tuesday through Thursday off, and Monday through Friday, 4:00 am to 2:30 pm, with Saturday and Sunday off. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Waukegan, IL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Waukegan,IL.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 22, 2026. About Aerotek We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.