- Location
- East Windsor New Jersey USA
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Supervisor
- Posted
- Nov 2, 2026
The Production Line Leader trains and supervises production-line personnel while overseeing filling and assembly operations, quality checks, safety, inventory transactions, and efficiency objectives at Shiseido’s manufacturing and packaging facility. The role also requires accurate production documentation, OEE tracking, and compliance with GMP, OSHA, and FDA requirements. The hourly rate may vary by geographic location and is based on factors including knowledge, education, skills, and experience; a discretionary annual bonus may also be offered.
Role & Responsibilities
- Perform all duties in accordance with company and site-specific safety policies and procedures.
- Set up and operate filling and assembly lines.
- Verify component labels against the bill of material to ensure the correct components are set on the production line.
- Train, instruct, and monitor the assemblers and material handler assigned to the line to meet safety, quality, and productivity objectives.
- Read and follow quality specifications, and complete and document hourly quality surveillance checks.
- Communicate safety, ergonomic, quality, productivity, and mechanical issues to supervisors promptly.
- Complete required records and paperwork accurately and on time.
- Process inventory transactions through system software.
- Meet efficiency goals by ensuring accurate line staffing and monitoring line speeds against standards.
- Ensure proper line clearance and verify components on the line against the bill of material.
- Communicate production-order carry-overs to Checkpoint for the necessary transactions.
- Accurately record Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) data.
- Work with the team to maintain a 6S workplace.
- Carry out other duties as required by Production Management.
- Follow company safety and GMP policies and comply with OSHA and FDA regulations.
- Support departmental and organizational goals and objectives.
Qualifications
- Perform tasks carefully, accurately, and efficiently in accordance with specific instructions and quality and safety standards.
- Follow through on assignments and complete them competently and on time.
- Communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
- Add, subtract, multiply, and divide, and calculate rates, ratios, and percentages.
- Be computer literate and able to work in MES.
- Demonstrate positive leadership and interpersonal skills.
- Use a common-sense approach to problem-solving.
- Wear personal protective equipment as required by the work area or tasks; PPE may include eye and hearing protection, safety shoes, gloves, or additional protective clothing.
- Meet the role’s physical requirements, including standing for over two-thirds of the time; walking, reaching, and stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling for one-third to two-thirds of the time; and using hands to finger, handle, or feel for over two-thirds of the time. Lifting or carrying up to 10 pounds is required over two-thirds of the time, up to 25 pounds one-third to two-thirds of the time, and up to 50 pounds less than one-third of the time.
Skills
Workplace
The role is situated in East Windsor, New Jersey, USA — conveniently close to New York City.
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Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability insurance; paid time off; paid volunteer days; paid company holidays; paid parental leave; 401(k) with a 6% company match; talent development and learning programs; internal and international mobility; product discounts and annual gratis; employee-led affinity groups; tuition reimbursement; and a discretionary annual bonus.
About Cerulean
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Frequently Asked Questions
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