2nd Shift Team Leader - South
About The Position
The 2nd Shift Team Leader is responsible for production activities on the south end of the building at Mrs. Gerry’s Kitchen in Albert Lea, Minnesota. The role directly supervises personnel involved in producing Mrs. Gerry’s products and working with the related equipment. The Team Leader helps ensure production runs smoothly, product quality and yields meet standards, and results are communicated to team members. The position follows HACCP and SQF programs, food safety procedures, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Standard Sanitation Operating Procedures (SSOPs), and Lock Out Tag Out procedures. The Team Leader assists with production and sanitation training, monitors safety practices, supports management decisions and continuous improvement, and covers Supervisor responsibilities during absences or time off. The role also includes knowing how to assemble equipment in the area and inspecting machines before pre-operational checks.
Requirements
- Be safety conscious.
- Wear all required personal protective equipment.
- Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
- Ability to speak, read, and understand English.
Responsibilities
- Know and follow HACCP and SQF programs.
- Follow all food safety procedures, SOPs, SSOPs, and Lock Out Tag Out procedures.
- Cover Supervisor responsibilities when the Supervisor is absent or taking time off.
- Assist with and train employees in production activities to help ensure smooth operations and quality standards.
- Help train employees in sanitation and chemical use.
- Monitor and enforce safety procedures throughout the plant.
- Support management decisions and contribute ideas.
- Promote a positive work environment, resolve issues, and drive continuous improvement.
- Ensure compliance with production standards and product yields, and communicate results to team members.
- Know how to properly assemble all equipment in the area and be available to assist as needed.
- Properly inspect machines before pre-operational checks.
- Directly supervise personnel involved in production of products and operation of equipment on the south end of the building.
Benefits
- Competitive wage
- Full medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Employee Assistance Program
- Free Employer Clinic
- Paid time off, including holidays and personal days
- 401(k) with company match
- Profit sharing
- Training, mentorship, and personal growth opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
