Food Production Lead (Procurement/Logistics Lead)

Food Production Lead (Procurement/Logistics Lead) – Forklift Operation Required In this role, you will be a hands‑on leader responsible for overseeing logistics, inventory flow, material handling, and purchasing activities that support daily kitchen production. You will coordinate the receiving, storage, movement, and staging of ingredients, packaging, and finished goods across cold storage, dry storage, and production areas. The position requires operating material‑handling equipment, including forklifts, ensuring compliance with logistics, food safety, and safety procedures, and providing on‑shift direction to Logistics and Production Associates. Responsibilities Lead on‑shift operations, manage material availability, and collaborate cross‑functionally to ensure materials are available safely, efficiently, and on time. Source ingredients, packaging, and indirect materials while maintaining accurate procurement records. Qualifications Prior experience in logistics, warehouse operations, or food production; supervisory experience preferred. Experience with inventory management, logistics coordination, or procurement support in a food environment. Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and temperature control. Ability to coordinate logistics operations in a fast‑paced setting. Excellent communication, organization, leadership, and teamwork skills. Work experience in hot, cold, frozen, and refrigerated areas. Ability to lift up to 20 lbs without help; heavier items moved with forklift or proper equipment. Food safety certification preferred (not required). Experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain, or food production environments. Experience sourcing food ingredients or packaging materials is a plus. Inventory forecasting and supplier coordination experience. Physical Demands Work requires sitting, talking, commuting; occasional standing, walking, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. Lifting requirements: less than one‑third of the time up to 100 lbs; one‑third to two‑thirds of the time up to 50 lbs; more than two‑thirds of the time up to 10 lbs. Job Details Job Type: Full‑time Location: Downey, CA 90241 (In‑person) Ability to commute required. Education: Bachelor's degree (Required) Benefits 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Paid training Vision insurance #J-18808-Ljbffr Round One Entertainment Inc.