Production Lead - 2nd shift

NSP•Owasso, OK

2d•$0 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Lead oversees the day-to-day operations of a specific production line in a food processing facility. The role is responsible for efficient production flow, quality standards, team supervision, and compliance with food safety regulations. Duties include assigning work, monitoring performance, resolving production issues, and coordinating with other departments to meet production goals. The position works in a climate-controlled environment of -40°F to -45°F, with exposure to production noise and strong odors, including raw meat and marinades. Required protective equipment includes hair and beard nets, rubber-soled shoes, smocks, hearing protection, and hard hats. The work involves extended standing and walking on concrete surfaces that may be slippery, along with bending, twisting, reaching, pushing, pulling, repetitive hand and wrist movements, and lifting up to 50 pounds unassisted.

Requirements

1–3 years of previous leadership experience in a meat processing facility or similar industry is preferred.
Strong leadership skills and the ability to motivate and manage a team.
Understanding of food safety regulations, GMP, and HACCP principles.
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet production deadlines.
Ability to stand for extended periods and lift moderately heavy items, including up to 50 pounds unassisted.
Ability to work in warm, cold, and/or refrigerated environments.
Ability to read, write, and communicate in English, with strong verbal communication skills.
Good corrected vision to see details at close range or at a distance.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including walking and standing for significant periods and performing twisting, bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, and intensive hand and wrist movements.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including hair and beard nets, rubber-soled shoes, smocks, hearing protection, and hard hats.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Spanish is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

Lead and motivate production workers, assign tasks, and ensure appropriate staffing levels.
Train new employees in meat handling techniques, safety procedures, and quality standards.
Monitor employee performance, provide feedback, and address performance issues.
Oversee production line operations to maintain smooth workflow and meet production schedules.
Monitor production rates and identify opportunities to improve efficiency.
Manage production line downtime, troubleshoot equipment malfunctions, and coordinate repairs.
Ensure finished meat products are properly labeled, packaged, and quality-checked.
Implement and maintain quality control standards throughout production.
Conduct regular product quality checks to ensure compliance with food safety regulations and company standards.
Ensure compliance with food safety regulations, including HACCP guidelines.
Communicate production updates, issues, and concerns to the production manager.
Maintain accurate production records and reports, including yield data and quality control documentation.
Collaborate with maintenance, quality assurance, logistics, and other departments to support smooth production flow.
Perform other duties as assigned.