Production Lead

Revolution Foods•Bell, CA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Lead is responsible for overseeing daily production operations, ensuring efficient staging and pack-out of products, and leading the team on the floor to meet daily targets. This role drives shift performance across key performance indicators (KPIs) including Safety, Quality, Processing Efficiency, and Service Level. The Production Lead monitors food safety, manages scheduling and resource allocation, and communicates daily expectations and updates. They are also responsible for documenting production data, ensuring compliance with food safety regulations and GMPs, and supporting various operational tasks such as setup, changeovers, and stock control. Additionally, this role involves troubleshooting equipment issues, training team members, completing administrative tasks, and maintaining a clean and organized work area. A strong emphasis is placed on promoting a culture of respect, accountability, consistency, and teamwork.

Requirements

Minimum 1–2 years of leadership or supervisory experience in a food production environment
Experience in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment with changing priorities preferred
Proven ability to achieve results through team members
Strong ability to work flexible schedules, including varied shifts and weekends
Self-starter with ability to start up equipment efficiently and on time
Strong multitasking, prioritization, and problem-solving skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment under pressure
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
High attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety
Ability to read, follow instructions, and apply basic math in English
Intermediate computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, data entry)

Responsibilities

Verify daily production plan and coordinate priorities with manager and other Team Leads
Ensure efficient staging and pack-out of products to meet daily targets
Lead from the floor (90%+ presence), supporting execution and team performance
Drive shift performance across Safety, Quality, Processing Efficiency, and Service Level KPIs
Monitor food safety by verifying and updating temperature logs
Ensure proper scheduling and resource allocation to meet production goals
Communicate daily expectations, plan of the day, safety updates, prior day results, and scheduling needs
Manage downtime by communicating interruptions and documenting issues and corrective actions
Observe work areas to ensure all pre- and post-run activities are completed efficiently
Report defective product, units, or questionable conditions to management
Document production data including test runs, batches, samples, temperatures, and date codes
Ensure compliance with food safety, GMPs, and safe food handling practices
Provide regular updates on work in progress and task status to management
Support setup, changeovers, stock control, allergen control, and quality product delivery
Troubleshoot equipment and machinery issues as needed
Notify maintenance of mechanical concerns, alarms, or equipment issues
Train team members on proper procedures, including emergency shut-off use
Complete routine administrative tasks including KPI tracking, forms, reports, and data entry
Enter data into inventory control systems and support production reporting
Support green waste program by ensuring proper sorting and accountability of waste
Maintain clean and organized work areas, including removal of pallets, wood, and plastic
Follow all safety procedures including SOPs, LOTO, PPE, and proper lifting practices
Ensure compliance with food safety prerequisite programs and escalate issues immediately
Promote a culture of respect, accountability, consistency, and teamwork