Production Lead

Job Description

Job Description

Production Lead
Manchester, NH
$23 to $25 per hour depending on experience

The Production Lead is responsible for managing and overseeing daily production line operations within the DRY, WET, and Bakery departments. This role entails ensuring productivity, quality control, and adherence to safety standards. The Production Lead collaborates closely with the Senior Group Leader and/or Production Supervisor to maintain a safe, efficient, and high-quality production environment, ensuring that all products meet or exceed company and industry standards.

Essential Functions of the  Production Lead

• Oversee the setup and operation of equipment required for batch production.
• Monitor and maintain the quality of raw materials, with attention to key attributes such as color, consistency, aroma, and texture; report any deviations to the manager or supervisor.
• Assign daily job tasks to department employees, ensuring efficient workflow and task completion.
• Ensure all necessary raw materials are available for daily production, coordinating with inventory control through the JDE system.

Quality Assurance of the Production Lead

• Provide team members with guidance on quality control procedures, machine operations, and batch-making processes.
• Accurately complete and maintain all required production documentation in a timely manner.
• Perform and document label and quality checks consistently throughout the production process.

Safety and Compliance of the Production Lead

• Understand and enforce all safety rules and procedures, maintaining a clean and safe working environment.
• Ensure proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) including hairnets, beard nets, earplugs, safety shoes, and uniforms as required.
• Team Leadership:Coach and mentor associates on production procedures, ensuring adherence to GMP and food safety policies.
• Manage personnel to ensure adequate coverage during breaks and vacations.
• Monitor and improve production efficiencies, proactively addressing potential issues to minimize downtime.
• Competencies:Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Effective communication skills, with proficiency in English, capable of conveying instructions clearly.
• Ability to operate material handling equipment, including electric pallet jacks and manual hand jacks.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a team to achieve desired outcomes.
• Proficient in using Outlook for inter-departmental communication.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Direct supervision of department employees, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards and timely task completion.
• Work Environment:Indoor manufacturing environment with exposure to varying temperatures, noise levels, and machinery.
• Required use of PPE such as hairnets, beard nets, earplugs, safety shoes, and uniforms.
• Physical Demands:Ability to stand and walk on concrete floors for extended periods.Frequent bending, lifting, and twisting; capable of lifting up to 50 lbs.

Full-TimeWork Hours:

• Flexible work hours with varying shifts; availability for overtime and weekend work as needed to meet production demands.Travel:
• No travel required.

Required Education & Experience of the Production Lead

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Willingness to work varying shifts and schedules as necessary.
• Successful completion of substance and physical screening.
• Successful completion of math and English language proficiency exams.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in food production.
• Training in Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), allergen handling, wash-down procedures, food defense, and HACCP principles.Forklift experience with classroom certification.