Lead - A Shift (Storm Lake Pork)

Tyson Foods•Storm Lake, IA

About The Position

The Lead assists the Supervisor in coordinating daily departmental activities at the Storm Lake Pork Plant. The role ensures work assignments and instructions are communicated to team members and completed accurately and on time. The Team Lead serves as a resource for team members, monitors production progress, supports operational goals, and helps maintain compliance with safety, food safety, quality, and company policies and procedures. The position is in a manufacturing and production environment, with exposure to moving machinery, equipment, noise, temperature fluctuations, and industrial conditions. The Lead must comply with company safety, food safety, quality assurance, and biosecurity requirements. Overtime, weekends, and holidays may be required based on business needs. The role pays $28.35 per hour.

Requirements

At least 6 months of work experience with the same employer listed on the application.
Experience in a lead, trainer, or supervisory capacity, which may include training peers or leading small teams.
Basic computer skills, including the ability to enter and retrieve information from computer systems.
Ability to communicate effectively with plant management and team members verbally and in writing.
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment and adapt to changing priorities.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
Ability to frequently bend, stretch, reach, push, and pull.
Ability to work in a hot production environment and perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Previous leadership, lead, or manufacturing experience.
Bilingual skills.

Responsibilities

Assist the Supervisor in coordinating daily departmental operations and workflow.
Ensure team members are in their assigned work areas at start-up, after breaks, and throughout the shift.
Communicate work assignments, production priorities, and Supervisor instructions to team members.
Monitor production progress to ensure production schedules, quality standards, and departmental goals are met.
Perform product audits to verify products meet customer specifications, quality standards, and yield expectations.
Monitor team members and equipment for compliance with safety, food safety, quality, and company policies.
Immediately report equipment issues, maintenance needs, or operational concerns to management.
Assist with troubleshooting production issues and escalate concerns as needed.
Promote a safe, productive, and positive work environment.
Assist with recordkeeping, production documentation, and required reports for the assigned area.
Provide support and guidance to team members while promoting teamwork and accountability.
Assist with training and onboarding team members as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned by management.