Production Lead (3rd shift) - $20+/hr DOE

Lead OperatorOur Lead Operators are critical leaders of our production teams. The Lead Operator performs the duties of a Production Operator II and also provides training, onboarding, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance work throughout the facility during their shift. This role leads front line employees to accomplish production throughput and quality goals in a safe and cost-efficient manner at the direction of Management.Duties and Responsibilities:Manage production processes to ensure to "Best in Class" production standards and meet goalsCoordinate with supervisor and other Leads on an as needed basis to establish schedules, job assignments and production sequences to meet production goals.Monitor/manage/maintain equipment, crew and packaging operator processes to ensure compliance to GMP's and safety standards.Communicate with other departments (QA, Maintenance, Sanitation, etc.) as necessary.Confer with Supervisor to resolve employee issues and take appropriate action.Must be available to attend training seminars/classes as needed.Deliver, conduct, coordinate training activities within the department.Deliver and manage work assignments of crew members.Coordinate break rotation schedules in a timely manner that complies with labor laws, and maintains production flow.Communicate all applicable line production information to following Lead/Supervisor in shift-change hand-off to ensure smooth transition.Continually inspect raw materials and finished goods to ensure safe, quality food of the highest standard.Ensure all quality checks are completed accurately and in a timely manner.Ensure all samples are collected and delivered to QA as instructed in each batch ticket.Continually monitor processes and finished goods to ensure all is within specification, so as to catch & resolve any error or malfunction as soon as possible and prevent waste.Responsible for supporting and maintaining Food Safety and Quality programs as it pertains to this position.Replenish supplies, and ensure proper tools are available to crew to support efficient production.Aid in the resolution of any machine malfunction or processing error to resume/continue efficient production of safe, quality product.Monitor and verify all reporting and tracking is complete and timely, to ensure proper traceability throughout production processes.Keep work area clean and free from hazards.Communicate ANY hazards, and/or pest sighting to appropriate department for a timely resolution.Production data entry, via computerEnsure the performance reports are filled out accurately and in a timely manner.Ensure all items on the line shadow boards are intact and accounted for.Other duties as assigned.Qualifications:1+ years experience in a fast paced manufacturing production environmentExperience operating a forklift, motorized pallet jacks, and manual pallet jacks.Must be able to work weekends, holidays, and overtime as required.Preferred Education, Experience, and Skills:High school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institutionCommunicate effectively both verbally and in writing with all team membersRespect co-workers in actions and communicationAbility to relieve any position on the line and work independently at speedUse computers and softwareMust be punctual and available to work overtime and weekends upon request.ATP Testing certifiedPhysical Requirements: Qualified candidates must be able to perform the following physical job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation:Must be able to bend, crouch, stoop, sit, and kneel for 4+ hours per shiftMust be able to balance for 8+ hours per shiftMust be able to stand, walk, climb stairs up to 8+ hours per shiftMust be able to climb/work off ladder, and reach above shoulders for 4+ hours per shiftMust be able to work in a dusty environment, high heat, or humidity for 8+ hours per shiftMust be able to perform simple grasping, push, pull, and feel for 4+ hours per shiftMust be able to lift up-to 55 pounds for 4+ hours per shiftMust be able to express or exchange ideas by means of spoken or written wordMust be able to make fine distinctions by soundMust be able to distinguish object or equipment visually