Lead, Production - Nights

Company: Premium Waters
Location: Chippewa Falls
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Production Lead - Nights Location: Chippewa Falls, WI Salary: $24.72/hour PLUS $2.50/hour shift differential We are looking to add a Production Lead to our new high-speed 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 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 Supervisor, the Production 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. Provides input and participates in employee performance reviews. Oversees production lines to ensure that quality product is being produced in a safe manner. Operates Ergo Block (blow molder/filler/labeler/capper) ; performs prescribed quality tests. Maintains safe and clean workshop, follows safety guidelines. Reports all emergencies, injuries, and production incidents immediately to production supervisor. Must follow all established Good Manufacturing Practices. Work 5pm-5am 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 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. To learn more about our culture, please visit our website at www.premiumwaters.com.

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