Production Line Lead

Job Description

Job Description

Production Processing Lead

The Production Processing Lead manages all functions of the Production Process on the assigned line, including processing employees, ingredient prep; scaling and mixing; depositing and forming; baking/slab forming; enrobing; cooling; cutting/slitting; and ensuring a quality product delivered to the Packaging Area.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Leads and directs the team in the processing area.
• Monitors and coordinates breaks, provides relief as needed.
• Manages the production activities in the process area to ensure compliance with formulas and specs to produce the highest quality products.
• Reviews the Labor Schedule for the assigned line, assuring Trained People are assigned the appropriate job functions, and all employees have the proper tools required to complete their tasks.
• Actively monitors and enforces all Plant Safety, GMP’s and Food Safety rules; takes corrective action where necessary; involves all levels of the organization in these activities.
• Works with Production Supervisors and other managers to comply with all mandatory training for employees under their supervision.
• Communicates regularly with the Shift Supervisor all issues on the floor, keeping him/her abreast of potential problems.
• Assures all paperwork and necessary documentation is filled out legibly and properly filed on time with the appropriate parties.
• Coordinates and communicates with the other Leads and processing employees, following up where needed from the prior shift and passing along information to the following shift.
• Uses the systems in place to monitor the attendance of his/her employees; directs any issues to the Shift Supervisor.
• Ensures a solid working relationship with maintenance, warehouse, and gatekeepers. Works as a team to plan and coordinate scheduled downtime, changeovers, and startups. Informs the Manager of any issues on his/her shift.
• Monitors condition of the line/equipment. May make minor adjustments and assist maintenance on repairs. Writes workorders and requests maintenance support.
• Continuous Improvement – The production lead is responsible for improving the efficiencies of the lines by partnering with the team, solving problems, and leveraging other plant resources when needed.
• Standard work – works with the team to develop, refine/improve and audit that employees are working in the way that we want them to (following procedures, OPL’s, etc.).
• All other duties as assigned

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Effective Communication Skills – verbal and written – a must; bilingual a plus.
• Has a high attention to detail.
• Prior experience in Food Manufacturing a plus; proven record of good performance and the ability to supervise and lead employees.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to resolve disputes and promote teamwork amongst all employees.
• Must be willing to work occasional weekends and long days when necessary.
• Able to prioritize, manage deadlines and make decisions.
• Have good problem-solving skills, calm, quick clear decisions.
• Flexible approach · Self-confident, self-reliant, and decisive.
• Able to lead and motivate staff.
• Have good communication skills.
• Broad technical knowledge and understanding of scheduling/control problems.
• Be comfortable working under pressure.
• Be good with figures and information technology.
• May be required to stand for long periods of time.
• May involve some repetitive motions.
• May also engage in frequent bending, stooping, squatting, pushing and pulling of parts and part containers
• Lift up to 50lbs. 

Safety & Food Quality:

• Demonstrates a Safety & Quality First mindset
• Ensures the workforce holds quality and safety first and foremost
• Reports all safety incidents that occur in their area of responsibility.
• Behaves and encourages others to behave safely
• Comply with BRC, HACCP and GMP policies, procedures as well as FDA and USDA regulations.
• Continuous Improvement: Continuous feedback from senior production manager on job performance and improvement areas.
• Gluten Program Adherence

Scope & Scale:

• The scope of the position is for production on one shift (8-12 hours/ 5-7 days per week). The role focuses on one line with 20-50 employees.
• Responsibilities within the facility include but not limited to: labor scheduling, data recording, safety and security, quality control, maintenance, sanitation, improvement projects, coaching & training employees, ordering/maintaining production supplies, and line efficiencies.
• This role is the backup for the Production Supervisor
• Interaction and partnership with all support groups is required.
• Other duties as assigned

We're excited to announce that TruFood Manufacturing and Bar Bakers have united as Tandem Foods! This milestone marks the evolution of two trusted names in better-for-you snacks into an industry-leading partnership. Our new brand identity, symbolized by the tandem bicycle, represents our commitment to collaboration and shared success with our valued customers.

With eight manufacturing facilities nationwide and expanded capabilities in bars, chocolate molding, cookies, wafers, and granola, we're better positioned than ever to serve the growing better-for-you snack market.

"Powered by Collaboration" isn't just our tagline—it's our promise to continue delivering exceptional results through innovation, trust, and partnership.

Company Description

We're excited to announce that TruFood Manufacturing and Bar Bakers have united as Tandem Foods! This milestone marks the evolution of two trusted names in better-for-you snacks into an industry-leading partnership. Our new brand identity, symbolized by the tandem bicycle, represents our commitment to collaboration and shared success with our valued customers.\r\n\r\nWith eight manufacturing facilities nationwide and expanded capabilities in bars, chocolate molding, cookies, wafers, and granola, we're better positioned than ever to serve the growing better-for-you snack market.\r\n\r\n"Powered by Collaboration" isn't just our tagline—it's our promise to continue delivering exceptional results through innovation, trust, and partnership.