Gummy Lead

Somafina•Lindon, UT

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Gummy Lead is responsible for overseeing daily gummy production operations, ensuring product quality, consistency, safety, and efficieney. This role leads and trains the gummy production team, coordinates workflow, and ensures all processes comply with company standards, food safety regulations, and production schedules.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (required)
Strong understanding of food safety, GMPs, and sanitation practices
Ability to follow and enforce SOPs
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment
Effective communication and team leadership skills
Strong knowledge of gummy manufacturing processes (batching, cooking, depositing, curing/drying, coating)
Ability to read and follow formulations, batch records, and SOPs
Understanding of GMPs, food safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards
Experience with production equipment setup, operation, and basic troubleshooting
Quality control awareness (texture, weight, appearance, consistency)
Accurate ingredient weighing and documentation
Adaptability and flexibility with changing production needs
Ability to stand for extended periods
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
Ability to work in warm production environments
Manual dexterity for handling equipment and materials

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in food manufacturing, confectionery, or gummy production (preferred)
Leadership or supervisory experience (preferred)

Responsibilities

Lead and supervise the gummy production team during assigned shifts
Ensure all gummy production processes follow SOPs, safety guidelines, and quality standards
Have a functional understanding of each functional area and role, sufficient to provide training and coverage wherever and whenever needed
Monitor batching, cooking, depositing, drying, sanding/coating, and packaging processes
Verify accurate measurements, formulations, and ingredient usage
Conduct quality checks to ensure gummies meet texture, flavor, and appearance standards
Troubleshoot production issues and escalate concerns as needed
Maintain a clean, organized, and food-safe production area
Complete production logs, batch records, and shift reports accurately
Train new team members and provide ongoing coaching
Coordinate with QA, maintenance, and management teams
Ensure equipment is properly set up, operated, and cleaned
Enforce GMP, food safety, and workplace safety standards at all times
Other duties as assigned based on the needs of the business