Production Lead

Job Title

What You'll Do

• Verify daily production plan and coordinate priorities with manager and other Team Leads
• Ensure efficient staging and pack-out of products to meet daily targets
• Lead from the floor (90%+ presence), supporting execution and team performance
• Drive shift performance across Safety, Quality, Processing Efficiency, and Service Level KPIs
• Monitor food safety by verifying and updating temperature logs
• Ensure proper scheduling and resource allocation to meet production goals
• Communicate daily expectations, plan of the day, safety updates, prior day results, and scheduling needs
• Manage downtime by communicating interruptions and documenting issues and corrective actions
• Observe work areas to ensure all pre- and post-run activities are completed efficiently
• Report defective product, units, or questionable conditions to management
• Document production data including test runs, batches, samples, temperatures, and date codes
• Ensure compliance with food safety, GMPs, and safe food handling practices
• Provide regular updates on work in progress and task status to management
• Support setup, changeovers, stock control, allergen control, and quality product delivery
• Troubleshoot equipment and machinery issues as needed
• Notify maintenance of mechanical concerns, alarms, or equipment issues
• Train team members on proper procedures, including emergency shut-off use
• Complete routine administrative tasks including KPI tracking, forms, reports, and data entry
• Enter data into inventory control systems and support production reporting
• Support green waste program by ensuring proper sorting and accountability of waste
• Maintain clean and organized work areas, including removal of pallets, wood, and plastic
• Follow all safety procedures including SOPs, LOTO, PPE, and proper lifting practices
• Ensure compliance with food safety prerequisite programs and escalate issues immediately
• Promote a culture of respect, accountability, consistency, and teamwork

What You Bring

• Minimum 12 years of leadership or supervisory experience in a food production environment
• Experience in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment with changing priorities preferred
• Proven ability to achieve results through team members
• Strong ability to work flexible schedules, including varied shifts and weekends
• Self-starter with ability to start up equipment efficiently and on time
• Strong multitasking, prioritization, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment under pressure
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety
• Ability to read, follow instructions, and apply basic math in English
• Intermediate computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, data entry

Working Conditions

• Work in a factory environment with chilled temperatures, including dock and occasional freezer areas
• Routinely exposed to wet, damp, and cold conditions (PPE provided)
• Prolonged standing and walking required throughout shift
• Frequent physical activity including bending, lifting, carrying, crouching, kneeling, twisting, and reaching
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs occasionally
• Continuous movement and communication required on the production floor

Shift & Hours: Monday Friday, AM shift - Flexibility may occasionally be required to support production needs, operational issues, or special projects.

Base Pay

• $19.14 USD/ hourly

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