Production Technician 4

Position SummaryThe Line Lead (PT4) is an hourly, experienced Production Technician who coordinates day-to-day work and trains crew members within an assigned production area — Extraction, Blending/CIP, Filler, Labels, Packaging, or Drumming. Working under the direction of the Production Supervisor, the Line Lead keeps the area running smoothly, on schedule, and in compliance with quality and food-safety standards. As a designated On-the-Job Training (OJT) lead, this role plays a key part in certifying new hires and cross-training crew members on the four-crew rotation.Shift Availability = DayEssential Duties and ResponsibilitiesCoordinate daily work in the assigned area under the direction of the Production Supervisor, helping the crew hit the production plan for the shift.Confirm orders and production plans — product types, quantities, and specifications — are accurate before the run starts.Help coordinate the shift's operational schedule so production and quality stay on target and on time.Watch production and operating reports during the shift; flag and help resolve equipment, process, or quality issues to avoid delays.Inspect machines and equipment in the assigned area for proper operation; report issues to maintenance and/or the Production Supervisor.Serve as a designated On-the-Job Training (OJT) lead — train and certify new hires and cross-train crew members on SOPs for the assigned area.Observe crew members' work to confirm they're following standard operating procedures; coach on the spot when they're not.Confirm the correct materials (bottles, boxes, labels, etc.) are being used for the products running that shift.Confirm the correct information is on bottles and boxes, and that samples have been provided to Quality Control.In the Production Supervisor's absence, help address crew concerns and escalate unresolved issues to the Production Supervisor.Help motivate the crew to hit production and quality goals.Retrieve, verify, and record accurate production data for the shift.Follow and enforce Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) every shift.Understand and comply with SQF, USDA, and HACCP standards, and follow all SQF, Organic, and Non-GMO procedures to prevent cross-contamination.Immediately report any unsafe condition or act that could jeopardize food or employee safety; take action to correct it if it's safe to do so.Follow and help enforce company policies and safety regulations.Confirm equipment is used correctly and help maintain a safe work environment.Other duties as assigned, with or without notice.Team CoordinationCoordinates the work of 5–15 Production Technicians within an assigned area (Extraction, Labels, Filler, Packaging, Blending/CIP, or Drumming) on one crew of the four-crew rotation. This is a lead role, not a formal supervisory role — the Line Lead directs and trains the day-to-day work of the crew but does not independently hire, discipline, or terminate.Train and certify crew members as a designated OJT lead.Plan, assign, and direct the day's work within the assigned area.Help address crew questions and concerns, escalating to the Production Supervisor as needed.Education and ExperienceHigh school diploma or GED, plus at least 1 year of related production experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.Demonstrated proficiency in the assigned production area (Extraction, Labels, Filler, Packaging, Blending/CIP, or Drumming) is required; prior experience training or mentoring others is a plus.Language SkillsAble to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; able to write routine reports and correspondence.Able to speak effectively one-on-one and in front of a group of coworkers, customers, or vendors.Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred — the DiGiorgio production floor is a bilingual workforce.Math and ReasoningAble to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals; able to compute rate, ratio, and percent.Able to solve practical, everyday problems on the line where only limited standardization exists; able to follow written, oral, diagram, or schedule-based instructions.Physical DemandsRegularly required to walk the production floor, stand for extended periods, and use hands to handle, feel, and operate equipment; frequently reaches with hands and arms.Occasionally sits, climbs, balances, stoops, kneels, crouches, or crawls.Regularly lifts/moves up to 10 lbs, frequently up to 50 lbs, and occasionally up to 25 lbs.Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.Work EnvironmentRegularly exposed to moving mechanical parts.Frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and outside weather conditions.Occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and extreme cold.Noise level on the production floor is usually very loud — hearing protection required in designated areas.This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications, and may be modified based on business and operational needs. #J-18808-Ljbffr Perricone Juices