Food Production - Line Lead

Production Line Lead

Reports To: Production Supervisor

Shifts: AM or PM

Type of Position: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

We are seeking an experiencedProduction Line Leadto oversee day-to-day operations of our Roast production line. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of leading large teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and will ensure optimal productivity, quality, and safety standards are met. The Production Line Lead oversees and coordinates the daily operations of production lines, ensuring optimal performance and adherence to safety and quality standards.

This role involves managing production processes, directing line workers, monitoring equipment, and conducting quality control checks to maintain product integrity across different product lines. The lead is responsible for maintaining a high level of attention to detail and operating at a fast pace to meet key performance indicators. Additional responsibilities include maintaining documentation in ERP systems and ensuring proper sanitation and handling of various food products.

• Oversee smooth operation of assigned production lines, ensuring equipment runs within parameters and all workers are correctly positioned and prepared for duty.
• Motivate and lead team members to meet production goals and deadlines. Train new workers on their station in the assembly line, provide necessary assistance, and fill in for absent team members as needed.
• Enforce company policies and safety regulations to maintain compliance. Adhere to all safety requirements, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and follow Lockout-Tagout procedures.
• Monitor the quality of products on the line, ensuring all products produced meet accepted specifications. Verify correct labeling and adherence to job requirements. Maintain consistent communication with QA and USDA to meet product specifications.
• Complete necessary paperwork and documentation for each production run. Communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, and management about production progress, changes, or issues.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for line equipment, perform necessary cleaning, and uphold Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) in all production areas.
• Participate in continuous improvement processes, suggesting and implementing enhancements to increase efficiency and productivity.
• Set up daily production, coordinate the availability of supplies, and materials. Liaise with Production Supervisors, Operations Manager, and Maintenance teams for problem-solving and breakdown resolution.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment, ensuring all equipment throughout the departments runs smoothly.
• Provide positive feedback for good results and safe performance, fostering a supportive work environment.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least one year of experience in a warehouse or production environment is a must. Additional experience in the food manufacturing industry is a plus.
• Prior experience in a lead or supervisory role within a production setting is mandatory, ideally within food production.

• Able to fluently communicate, read, and write in English is a must; bilingual in Spanish is a plus.
• Proficient in operating and troubleshooting fixed plant food processing equipment.
• Familiar with ERP systems, Red Zone, and proficient in using electronic tablets for data entry and communication.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with a focus on managing and guiding team performance.
• Ensures compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Food Safety standards, and company policies.
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and prioritize responsibilities in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a strong attention to detail.
• Capable of maintaining sensitive information in a confidential and discreet manner.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and overtime as necessary.
• Possesses strong people leadership skills, focusing on interactive engagement and guiding performance.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, and feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; taste and smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The employee will be exposed to a noisy environment that varies from hot to cold in temperature. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations…