Packaging Machine Operator Lead

Culture Fresh Foods, Inc.•Naugatuck, CT

22h•$0 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The Packaging Machine Operator Lead is a working Lead responsible for operating assigned packaging equipment while providing day-to-day leadership and direction to the Packaging Machine Operators, Palletizers, and temporary employees. This position supports the Production Supervisor by coordinating workflow, monitoring production activities, ensuring compliance with Company policies, food safety standards, GMPs, SQF requirements, and safety regulations, and assisting with new hire and temporary employee trainings. In the absence of the Production Supervisor, this position serves as the Senior Production Leader for the packaging department and is responsible for escalating operational issues as appropriate.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
2-3 years of experience in a production or manufacturing environment strongly preferred.
Previous lead or supervisory experience preferred.
Demonstrated ability to train, coach, and direct employees.
Strong communication, organizational, and problem solving skills.
Ability to read, comprehend, and follow instructions and complete written documentation accurately.
Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and the ability to compute rates.
Effective verbal communication skills and ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.
Team-oriented with a positive, professional attitude.
Must pass a company pre-employment background, physical, and drug screen prior to commencing work.

Nice To Haves

Forklift experience is a plus.
Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is preferred to support effective communication, training, and direction of employees and temporary staff.

Responsibilities

Operate packaging equipment according to safety, quality, and productivity standards.
Assemble, disassemble, clean and sanitize equipment per manufacturer and Company guidelines.
Palletize finished goods for storage and distribution.
Accurately complete production documentation.
Provide day-to-day leadership and direction to Packaging Machine Operators, Palletizers, and temporary employees to ensure production goals are achieved.
Organize daily work assignments and manage temporary employees to ensure efficient staffing and workflow.
Monitor packaging and palletizing operations to ensure products are manufactured safely, efficiently, and in compliance with quality standards.
Train, onboard, and mentor new employees on packaging equipment, palletizing procedures, GMPs, food safety requirements, and safe work practices.
Ensure all Company policies, GMP, SQF requirements, food safety standards, sanitation procedures, and safety rules are followed. Address performance or compliance concerns promptly and escalate issues to the Production Supervisor when appropriate.
In the absence of the Production Supervisor, serve as the Senior Production Leader for production by coordinating production activities, making routine operational decisions, and escalating significant issues to Management.
Perform any other tasks assigned by the Production Supervisor.
Maintain good safety and food quality through completing job tasks and maintaining the work area in a sanitary manner.
Required to wear food safety and sanitation clothing and PPE.
This position necessitates conformance to personal hygiene regulations.
Report food safety problems to personnel with authority to initiate action.
Ensure all programs are being upheld and documentation is current.