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Altium Packaging

Rigid plastic packaging design and manufacturing

Production Lead

Full-TimeUpdated
No salary listed
Junior, Mid
Associate's
Sparta, TN, USA
In PersonOn-site production role in Sparta, Tennessee; assigned C shift.
Manufacturing & Production OperationsMachine & Process Operation
Company Does Not Provide H1B Sponsorship

About the job

Requirements
  • The role requires 1 to 3 years of experience.
  • The role requires a high school diploma.
  • The employee must be able to work the assigned shift, work mandatory overtime when needed, and fill in for call-ins.
  • The employee must be in good standing.
  • The employee must be able to use email, communicate effectively, and demonstrate basic computer skills.
  • The employee must demonstrate attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
  • The employee must be able to stand for 8 to 12 consecutive hours, remain stationary for extended periods, move around the production floor, and move, adjust, and position items weighing 10 to 45 pounds.
  • The employee must be able to walk, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, reach, and grasp during an 8- to 12-hour period.
  • The employee must identify, recognize, and assess documents and machinery.
  • The employee is required to use proper personal protective equipment at all times.
Responsibilities
  • Provide direction and support to employees in Injection Molding, Blow Molding, and/or Reheat Stretch teams while driving compliance with standard operating procedures and policies, including Safety, Quality, and Good Manufacturing Practices.
  • Act as a change agent by using appropriate communication and overseeing changes such as learning new skills, changes in customer or business needs, shift changes, and overtime.
  • Maintain consistency and integrity in dealings with employees, policy compliance, company relationships, and company data and performance.
  • Foster morale and employee engagement to drive retention.
  • In conjunction with the Production Supervisor, champion a safety culture, ensure a safe work environment, and promote safe behavior.
  • Help lead and drive safety culture and improvements to achieve a zero-incident environment.
  • Monitor the work environment for conditions affecting employee safety and security and take corrective action.
  • Operate machines as needed.
  • Communicate to ensure employees learn and comply with specifications, job orders, and company policies.
  • Lead improvement initiatives to increase throughput and reduce downtime and waste.
  • Improve current systems and procedures and lead continuous improvement activities.
  • Provide feedback to the Production Supervisor or Manager concerning employee performance and behavior.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by management.
Desired Qualifications
  • An associate degree or equivalent is preferred.
  • Excellent communication and analytical skills are essential.

About the company

Altium Packaging makes rigid plastic packaging and containers, including bottles, jugs, and other containers for beverage, food, household chemical, and personal care markets. It offers end-to-end packaging solutions: package design, engineering, and manufacturing, enabling customers to develop their brands through tailored packaging. The company differentiates itself by being a leader in sustainable packaging, including offering 100% recycled plastic bottles and ongoing use of post-consumer recycled (PCR) materials, alongside its customer-centric design and full-service approach. Its goal is to help brands grow with packaging that meets their functional needs while advancing sustainable practices in packaging.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

Acquired

Total Funding

$2B

Headquarters

Atlanta, Georgia

Founded

1999

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Plastic Industries and Andersen Plastics acquisitions expanded capacity in 2022 and 2025.
  • Altium's 100% recycled bottles and high-PCR claims win brands chasing 2026 sustainability targets.
  • More than 65 facilities let Altium localize supply and cut freight for beverage customers.

What critics are saying

  • Revenue depends on virgin resin and PCR spreads, squeezing margins when resin markets shift.
  • Leadership turnover from Sean Fallmann to John Mooers on July 7, 2025 disrupts execution.
  • Any missed FDA, New Jersey PCR, or OSHA compliance triggers customer losses and shutdowns.

What makes Altium Packaging unique

  • Altium Packaging runs 65 North American facilities and 4,000 employees as of August 2026.
  • Envision Plastics supplies FDA-cleared EcoPrime® PCR for food-contact packaging in 2026.
  • John Mooers, ex-Silgan, became CEO on July 7, 2025, sharpening operating discipline.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Paid Vacation
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Professional Development Budget

Company News

PR Newswire
Nov 15th, 2023
Envision Plastics Celebrates National Recycling Day With Event To Launch Expanded Ecoprime® Recycling Capacity

"Coming together on National Recycling Day to celebrate this achievement is incredibly fulfilling, and I'm proud of our team and the commitment to being the industry's preferred supplier of fit-for-food contract HDPE PCR." said Altium Packaging's President and Chief Executive Officer, Sean Fallmann. .