Lead Logistics Technician

Roquette is a family-owned global leader in plant-based ingredients and a leading provider of pharmaceutical excipients.

Want to help us make a difference?
Using plant-based resources, we collaborate with our customers and partners to imagine and offer ingredients to better feed people and treat patients.
Each of our ingredients responds to unique and essential needs, and they enable healthier lifestyles.

The Role:

We are seeking a Lead Logistics Technician to join our Methocel™ production facility. The Lead Logistics Technician is responsible for coordinating and leading daily logistics operations, including packaging and grinding activities, to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality plant performance. This role serves as the on-shift leader, providing direction, technical expertise, and cross-functional coordination while maintaining compliance with all safety, quality, and operational standards.

This position is located in Midland, MI

Compensation:

The current hourly rate for this role is $28.96 per hour. In addition, this position may also be eligible to earn performance-based incentive compensation. The specific compensation offered to a candidate will be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

What You’ll Do:

Leadership & Team Oversight

• Serve as the on-shift leader, providing guidance, coaching, and technical support to Logistics Technicians.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure adherence to all EH&S standards, including cGMP and site policies.
• Foster teamwork, support conflict resolution, and drive overall team effectiveness.
• Assist in training and development of team members and identify ongoing training needs.

Operational Coordination

• Assess daily workload and allocate resources to meet production and logistics demands.
• Plan, prioritize, and execute logistics activities, including packaging and grinding operations.
• Ensure proper staffing coverage for breaks, vacancies, and overtime needs.
• Act as the primary point of contact between Logistics and cross-functional teams (Operations, Maintenance, Technical Staff, and Warehouse).

Safety, Quality & Compliance

• Monitor and enforce safe work practices and regulatory compliance (cGMP, ISO, and internal standards).
• Conduct safety observations, hazard assessments, and participate in safety meetings.
• Lead response and reporting for safety and quality near-miss events.
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of all documentation, including check sheets and electronic logbooks.

Shift Management & Communication

• Review plant status, logbooks, and master task lists at the start of each shift.
• Provide clear, detailed shift handoffs, including current issues, priorities, and ongoing work.
• Communicate deviations from standard operations and ensure alignment across shifts.
• Deliver regular updates on packaging and grinding performance in daily meetings.

Equipment & Process Ownership

• Operate, troubleshoot, and perform minor maintenance on packaging and grinding equipment, including PLC-based systems.
• Monitor equipment readiness, coordinate maintenance activities, and submit work requests as needed.
• Utilize systems such as Aspen/IP21 for process monitoring and troubleshooting.

Inventory & Logistics Execution

• Oversee material flow, including pulp inventory, finished goods, and warehouse coordination.
• Manage trailer movements, shipping activities, and inventory transactions using system tools (e.g., Yardview, ADB).
• Ensure timely ordering of supplies and coordination with warehouse operations.

Continuous Improvement & Metrics

• Track and analyze key performance metrics using tools such as PowerBI, including:
  • Safety and Quality Near Misses
  • Production throughput (handled vs. packaged volume)
  • Equipment downtime (packaging and grinding)
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and maintain 5S standards.
• Participate in procedure development, review, and updates to enhance operational efficiency.

Technical & Functional Support

• Provide hands-on support in packaging and grinding roles as needed.
• Assist with non-routine operations, maintenance activities, and plant troubleshooting.
• Serve as shift focal point for energy isolation and safety systems (LOTO, IOE/LEO via RTMS).

What We’re Looking For:

• Demonstrated ability to pass technical certification covering logistics equipment, processes, and operating principles.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing systems, safety standards, and operational procedures.
• Ability to operate industrial equipment (e.g., forklifts, material handling equipment) safely and effectively

• Safety-first mindset with strong attention to detail
• Proactive and solutions-oriented
• Effective communicator across functions and shifts
• Ability to lead by example in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

AAP/EEO Statement  

Roquette is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. “AAP, EEO, Drug-Free Workplace”

Other Duties 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

If you identify yourself in this position, please apply by uploading your resume and let's start the journey together!

Roquette is proud to be a global company where you can find personal and professional growth through multiple diverse experiences. 

Roquette strives to create a dynamic workforce while remaining firmly committed to equal opportunity by complying with EEO laws.
 

As we continue to grow, Roquette understands that to be successful we must always be inclusive in our approach.

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