Production Lead
Pleasant View, UT, US, Utah
Full Time |

Job Purpose

Oversee assigned production line(s) in the manufacturing and packaging of products. Lead and support line employees to maximize productivity, quality, and efficiency while serving as a liaison between Production Supervisors and production staff.


Essential Functions

  • Direct and assign work to employees within the assigned area or production line to meet daily production goals and targets
  • Ensure all required production documentation is available, accurate, and completed in a timely manner. 
  • Monitor production equipment and promptly communicate any issues or problems affecting production to the Production Shift supervisor and Maintenance.
  • Train, Coach, and support new and existing employees to ensure they understand job responsibilities, procedures and performance expectations. 
  • Assist with supervisory responsibilities and other leadership duties as needed. 
  • Support and maintain compliance with food safety programs, quality standards, and product legality requirements.
  • Monitor production processes to help ensure products meet established quality and safety standards.
  • Communicate effectively with Production Supervisors and team members regarding production needs, concerns, and priorities.
  • Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications(Education/Experience) 

  • Bilingual in English and Spanish required. 
  • Minimum of 2 years experience in a manufacturing and/or food production environment.
  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • Demonstrated leadership and team-building skills.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills in both English and Spanish.
  • Ability to organize work, manage multiple priorities, and maintin high level of attention to detail in a fast-
    • Oversee assigned production line(s) in the manufacturing and packaging of product. 
    • Lead line workers to maximize productivity and quality, acting as a liaison between the production supervisors and production staff.

  • Essential Functions

    • Direct and assign work to employees within their specific area/line as needed to reach daily production targets
    • Ensure all required documentation is present and completed
    • Monitor equipment and notify Production Shift Supervisor and Maintenance of any equipment issues or problems impacting production
    • Train and coach new and existing employees
    • Maintain safe working conditions
    • Assist with supervisory duties as needed
    • Support food safety program, quality standards, and legality of products manufactured in the facility
    • Perform other job-related duties as assigned
      Qualifications(Education/Experience)
    •  High School diploma or GED and 2 years of experience in manufacturing environment and/or food industry
    • Bilingual in both English and spanish required
    • Production and packaging equipment and process experience
    • Demonstrated leadership skills
    • Strong verbal and written communication skills
    • Ability to organize, manage multiple priorities, and maintain high attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
    • Self- Motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
    • Ability to effectively train, coach, and provide direction to employees. 
    • Strong Problem-solving skills and the ability to respond appropriately to production issues.