Pouching Line Production Lead - Swing Shift - Ferndale WA

Pouching Line Production Lead - Swing Shift - Ferndale WA Bellingham LaborMAX Staffing - Ferndale, WA

Posted: 5/28/2026 - Expires: 8/26/2026

Job ID: 293400994

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Job Description

Pouching Line Lead Swing Shift

Ferndale, WA

Full-Time | $28+ /hr DOE

We are seeking an experienced Pouching Line Production Lead on swing shift to oversee daily operations on our packaging line while actively operating and troubleshooting pouching equipment in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.

This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who understands production flow, machine operation, and team coordination. The ideal candidate has prior experience running automated pouching or packaging machinery and can confidently lead a small production crew while keeping quality, efficiency, and safety standards on track.

Key Responsibilities

• Support a team of 46 production associates on the new swing shift pouching line
• Set up, operate, adjust, and monitor automated pouching/packaging machinery
• Calibrate film alignment, load and change film rolls, and ensure proper machine setup for production runs
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and perform minor mechanical adjustments to minimize downtime
• Maintain production flow while ensuring product quality and packaging standards are met
• Perform quality control checks throughout the production process
• Coordinate line changeovers and communicate production needs with supervisors and maintenance teams
• Train and mentor line associates on procedures, safety, and production expectations
• Complete production documentation and reporting accurately
• Maintain GMP, food safety, and sanitation standards throughout the shift

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating pouching, packaging, or automated production machinery REQUIRED
• Experience troubleshooting manufacturing equipment and making machine adjustments
• Prior leadership, lead, or supervisory experience in a production environment strongly preferred
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to identify operational issues quickly
• Experience working in food manufacturing or GMP environments preferred
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced manufacturing setting
• Comfortable standing for extended periods and lifting materials as needed
• Forklift experience is a plus
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus

What Were Looking For

Were looking for someone who can step into a leadership role while still being highly hands-on with the equipment. This person should be dependable, mechanically inclined, organized under pressure, and capable of keeping both the line and the team running smoothly during production.

Why Join us?

• Growing company with expansion opportunities
• Stable full-time position
• Competitive pay based on experience
• Team-oriented environment
• Opportunity to grow into higher-level production leadership
• Permanent hire opportunity after successful contract period

Apply today to join a growing food manufacturing team where your leadership and machine operation experience will make an immediate impact.

LaborMax Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Summary Company Details Company Bellingham LaborMAX Staffing Industry Employment Placement Agencies Job Information Location Ferndale, WA Website Job Type Full Time Employee Experience 1+ to 2 Years Career Level Experienced (Non-Manager) Job Position 1 Position(s) Open Salary/Wage $28.00 - $32.00 /hour Duration Over 150 Days Additional Information Job Shift Evenings (2nd or 3rd shift) Testing Required Drug testing/screening
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