Line Lead - Food Manufacturing - 1st Shift!
About The Position
Paisley Farm, part of The Fremont Company, is hiring a Line Lead to oversee food manufacturing production. The Line Lead starts up the line each morning, leads the crew across production stations, and works hands-on wherever needed to maintain output. The role includes running changeovers, tuning and troubleshooting machines, working with Maintenance, monitoring quality and safety, training team members, and keeping the production floor audit-ready with accurate records. The typical schedule is Monday through Thursday, 5:00 AM to 3:00 or 3:30 PM. Flexibility is required, as Friday production, overtime, and weekends may be needed based on production needs. Starting pay is $26.22 per hour. The company provides full hands-on training on every station and describes itself as a family-owned company that has operated for 120 years.
Requirements
- Food or manufacturing production experience.
- Mechanical knowledge and troubleshooting ability.
- Forklift certification or ability to obtain it.
- Confidence leading a team in a fast-paced production environment.
- Attention to quality and safety.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Flexibility to work Fridays, overtime, and weekends as production requires.
- Ability to stand and walk for a full shift, crouch, climb stairs, and lift up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to work in a loud, fast-paced environment with wet, hot, or cold conditions.
- Wear required personal protective equipment: hair net, safety glasses, cut-resistant gloves, and ear protection.
Nice To Haves
- Lead or trainer experience.
Responsibilities
- Own morning startup and prepare the production line to run.
- Lead the crew across production stations, including the glass line, filler, capper, onion chopper, and batch kettles.
- Work at any station needed to keep production output strong.
- Run changeovers and tune machines to maintain line speed.
- Troubleshoot equipment and partner with Maintenance.
- Walk the line to maintain quality and safety.
- Train and coach new team members.
- Keep the production floor audit-ready and production records accurate.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
- Full hands-on training on every station
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
