Lead Production Associate

Position: Lead Production Associate (LPA)

Pay: $13.40/hr + attendance & productivity incentives
Shift: 2nd Shift openings available

The LPA supports the AOS by helping run daily production activities, coaching employees, monitoring accuracy, and ensuring work flows smoothly across the department.

What You’ll Do

LPAs are hands-on team leaders who support production goals and help maintain accuracy, safety, and communication. You will work across multiple functions and assist wherever needed to keep production on track.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Support

• Assist the Area Operations Supervisor (AOS) with production tasks and daily operations

• Lead and/or direct employees as needed to reinforce policies and procedures

• Report safety violations, policy issues, or performance concerns to AOS immediately

• Motivate employees, encourage teamwork, and promote a positive work environment
  
  

Production & Workflow

• Perform multiple production tasks as a floater:
  picking, stamping, replenishing, order selecting (on all equipment), loading, palletizing, and other functions as needed

• Audit orders, areas, and production processes to ensure accuracy

• Train employees on functions, processes, or equipment as directed
  
  

Communication

• Communicate employee issues, production problems, and workflow updates to AOS

• Gather feedback from employees and relay both positive and negative items to AOS
  
  

Safety & Quality

• Act as a safety/security liaison; address and report concerns immediately

• Follow all production guidelines, sealing and securing product as required

• Verify case/carton counts and maintain accurate records
  
  

Housekeeping & Organization

• Maintain clean work areas, equipment, stamping machines, and conveyors

• Update line summaries and ensure required documentation is completed and initialed
  
  

Team Flexibility

• Assist other areas when short-staffed or when production requires additional support

• Work until all assigned areas are completed or otherwise released by the AOS

Supervisory Responsibility

The LPA does not have permanent direct reports, but may provide direction to employees during production activities. Areas supported may include receiving, stamping, cigarette operations, picking, toting, strapping, palletizing, and auditing.

Who Thrives in This Role

• Strong communicator who can motivate and coach others

• Hands-on worker who enjoys variety in daily tasks

• Comfortable operating warehouse equipment

• Dependable, detail-oriented, and safety-focused

• Interested in career growth toward supervisor roles

Physical Requirements

• Standing, walking, lifting, bending, and reaching throughout the shift

• Lift up to 10 lbs frequently and up to 50 lbs occasionally

• Work in a fast-paced warehouse environment with moving equipment
  
  

Why Work With Us

• $150 Fast Start Bonus at 30 days

• Attendance & Productivity Incentives

• Advancement opportunities in operations and leadership

Benefits

• Competitive Medical, Dental & Vision packages

• Employer-paid basic life insurance (with buy-up options)

• Disability insurance

• 401(k) with employer match

• Paid vacation & holidays

What to Bring to the Hiring Event

• Valid ID or Driver’s License

• Resume or work history (optional)
  
  

Equal Employment Opportunity

Imperial Trading Co., LLC hires based on qualifications and performance without regard to legally protected characteristics.

At-Will Employment

Employment may be ended by either party at any time, with or without cause.