Line Lead

HOME RUN INN INC•Woodridge, IL

23h•Onsite

About The Position

The Line Lead coordinates and supports daily production activities across an assigned production line at Home Run Inn’s Woodridge, Illinois facility. The role helps ensure production goals and deadlines are met while maintaining quality, food safety, workplace safety, and efficiency standards. The Line Lead sets up and breaks down equipment, performs production tasks, monitors equipment and materials, maintains production records, and responds to issues that could interrupt operations. The Line Lead serves as a resource for Production Associates and Machine Operators by communicating priorities, organizing assignments, coaching teammates, and supporting teamwork and continuous improvement. The role works closely with the Production Supervisor to address challenges and keep production on track. The schedule is first shift, Monday through Friday, with some mandatory Saturdays. Core hours are 4:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., with overtime up to 2:00–3:00 p.m. based on staffing needs. Pay is $24.00 per hour.

Requirements

1–2 years of experience in manufacturing or food production.
Ability to operate and work with production equipment, including industrial mixers, scales, hand jacks, utility knives, and large dough knives.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to make timely decisions.
Ability to organize team members across different production positions and respond effectively to equipment breakdowns.
Basic computer skills and ability to use printers, hand scanners, and other production technology.
Ability to stand, walk, and lift up to 50 pounds for extended periods.
Ability to speak, read, and understand English.
Strong communication, organizational, and teamwork skills.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including off-shifts and weekends as needed.

Nice To Haves

Previous leadership experience.

Responsibilities

Coordinate daily production activities across the assigned line to meet goals and deadlines.
Set up and break down machinery and equipment at the beginning and end of production.
Learn and perform production tasks, including mixing, operating press machines, adjusting depositing machines, and operating packaging equipment.
Monitor equipment performance and respond to breakdowns or production issues; assist with die changes, material changes, and equipment adjustments.
Monitor ingredient levels and communicate potential shortages to the Production Supervisor.
Use hand jacks and other approved equipment to move pallets and materials.
Help minimize production downtime, rejected products, and waste.
Ensure finished products meet quality, safety, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) standards; monitor production processes for correct and timely manufacturing.
Verify product coding and establish appropriate expiration dates for finished products.
Monitor and document batch information, materials, and required production records; maintain accurate production paperwork.
Identify and communicate quality concerns or inconsistencies to the Production Supervisor.
Follow workplace health and safety requirements, reinforce safe behaviors and company safety programs, and monitor the assigned area for hazards.
Immediately communicate and escalate safety concerns to the Production Supervisor and follow safety procedures when operating, adjusting, and cleaning equipment.
Wear required personal protective equipment, including hearing protection when needed.
Generate inventory tickets and monitor ingredient and packaging material availability; communicate shortages, inventory concerns, and production updates.
Use computers, printers, hand scanners, and other technology to support production activities.
Coordinate Production Associates and Machine Operators; communicate shift priorities through huddles, startup meetings, and shutdown meetings.
Motivate, guide, and coach teammates, organize team assignments, and adjust responsibilities as production needs change.
Work with the Production Supervisor to communicate challenges, share updates, and align on production priorities.
Respond with urgency to equipment breakdowns and unexpected issues; encourage teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Keep the assigned work area clean and organized and maintain equipment, tools, and work surfaces according to cleaning and sanitation procedures.
Support housekeeping and sanitation efforts and help maintain an environment that supports food safety and efficient operations.
Stay flexible and assist with other production needs and duties as assigned.