Packing Line Lead

Four Seasons Family of Companies•Ephrata, PA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Packing Line Lead, you will provide oversight and direction to a team of associates to achieve desired operating results in daily Packing jobs. This role involves ensuring team performance meets established standards for productivity, quality, appearance, and accuracy, while also completing required job documentation and ensuring compliance with GMPs, food safety, organic requirements, and safe work practices. You will train and coach associates, identify and implement process improvements, and partner with various departments to address issues and meet customer expectations. The lead will set an example through professionalism, clear communication, accountability, and integrity.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
3+ years of experience in the produce industry preferred
Hi Lift Experience
2+ years of supervisory experience preferred
Knowledge of perishable products and food safety requirements
Strong computer skills, including production tracking systems
Effective organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
Ability to plan, prioritize, delegate, and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment
Previous experience with Warehouse Management System (WMS) preferred
Bilingual (English-Spanish) skills preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Oversee a team packing or reworking product, assigning manpower effectively and ensuring finished product meets quality and labeling standards
Ensure team performance meets established standards for productivity, quality, appearance, and accuracy
Complete required job documentation, accurately recording product details, labor hours, performance, and supplies used; utilize RF Smart and Priya
Ensure compliance with GMPs, food safety, organic requirements, and safe work practices
Train and coach associates on packing procedures, product quality, labeling requirements, and safety standards
Identify and implement process improvements using continuous improvement tools
Partner with buyers, QC, sales, sister companies, and Packing Managers to address issues and meet customer expectations
Lead by example through professionalism, clear communication, accountability, and integrity