Job Description
The Production Lead is responsible for the safety and productivity of all production employees.
Accountable for ensuring that production scheduled for completion is executed in a timely manner and
within all quality parameters. Receive product and ensure inventory is accurate as well as ensure that
the warehouse is maintained organized. Verify that all customer orders are complete and ready to be
delivered.
Shift: 3rd 8:30PM-4:30AM ( Mon- Friday )
• Supervise the Production Team to produce and prioritize jobs and, when necessary, reorganize
to meet deadline changes and updates.
• Ensure the safety and productivity of all employees
• Ensure accuracy of employee timecards and submit to work agencies
• Print finished product labels with corresponding expiration dates and weight information
• Enforce all safety and processing procedures
• Enable effective communication between management, quality control, and production
department
• Maintain a clean and safe work place in accordance with Quality Control Standards and safety
requirements
• Ensure Company policies & procedures are followed
• Enter production data or recipes regularly in SYSPRO system
• Ensure the completion of all duties and production orders with a minimum of waste and abuse
to equipment
• Perform the functions of the Production Manager and or the Quality Control Technician in their
absence
• Coordinate and manage all inventory supplies and products to ensure minimum waste and
spoilage
• Ensure that goods / stock control department is well organized and controlled to sufficiently
support production
• Maintain the cooler and freezer area organized and stocked
• Make sure allergen products and non-allergen products are stocked separately and in
designated areas in the warehouse, cooler, and freezer
• Ensure incoming product is received and managed appropriately according to company
procedures
• Ensure materials are ready and available for production as and when required.
• Provide routine management information on inventory performance
Written/Revised by:
Reviewed by:
Approved by:
Initial Issue Date:
• Move inventory to various locations manually or by mechanical equipment, including fork-lift
and pallet jack
• Sort and store items according to established procedures
• Maintain computerized inventory records, take physical count, and check against inventory
control totals
• Ensure final product is ready for shipment
• Monitor the flow of goods following the FIFO method of inventory
• Perform related duties as assigned or as the situation dictates
EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS
• Ability to pass a drug screen
• Minimum of 2 years in a food manufacturing plant
• Ability to multi-task, and cross train in a fast paced environment
• Good team working skills and the aptitude to work alone
• Must be self-motivated
• Maintain excellent attendance.
EDUCATION NEEDED
High School Diploma/GED or equivalent
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Must be able to stand the entire shift; to bend, and lift up to 50 lbs. Must be able to work long hours in
a cold/wet environment (approximately 40º).
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES/COMMENTS
Because of various circumstances that arise on a daily basis the Production Lead must be able to adapt
well, and professionally, to changes quickly