Production Lead - Bellingham Plant

Trident Seafoods Corporation•Bellingham, WA

10d•$22 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Lead assists in coordinating and monitoring the activities of workers engaged in the production process. This role supports production flow, answers employees’ questions about processes and equipment, and helps ensure safe, efficient operations. The lead may operate production-line equipment to cover for absent workers and performs the work of employees they supervise. The position works primarily on the production floor in a fast-paced food production environment that may be loud and involve varying temperatures. It involves standing and walking for extended periods, using required personal protective equipment, and following safety standards. The role requires physical activity including handling objects and distinguishing visual characteristics of food products. The stated pay range is USD $22.00–$30.72 per hour. The position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship, including F-1 STEM-OPT authorization.

Requirements

At least 1 year of supervisory experience, preferably in food production.
At least 6 months of experience in food production or the seafood industry.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Knowledge of food manufacturing or production environments, including safety, quality, and sanitation standards.
Ability to lead and support hourly production employees in a fast-paced setting.
Strong communication skills, including the ability to give clear direction and reinforce expectations.
Ability to monitor workflow, staffing, safety, and productivity on the production floor.
Skill in training employees and ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and production requirements.
Ability to document issues accurately and escalate concerns as needed.
Ability to work on the production floor for extended periods while maintaining focus on safety and quality.
Basic computer skills for timekeeping, reporting, or production documentation.
Ability to stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel, reach, climb or balance, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, and talk or hear as required by the role.
Ability to move objects regularly up to 5 pounds, frequently up to 10 pounds, and occasionally up to 30 pounds.
Distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to distinguish shades of color to identify abnormalities or defects in food products.
Use required personal protective equipment and adhere to safety standards.
Maintain valid immigration status and work authorization throughout employment.

Nice To Haves

Supervisory experience in food production.

Responsibilities

Receive and answer workers’ questions about production processes and equipment operation.
Monitor and expedite the flow of materials within the production area, making adjustments when necessary.
Notify maintenance workers of equipment malfunctions.
Operate production-line machines or equipment to substitute for absent workers.
Maintain product workflow records.
Ensure compliance with safety and production practices.
Train workers in equipment operation, processing procedures, and safety procedures.
Communicate with supervisors and other leads about personnel problems or concerns.
Review the workspace for cleanliness and safety, and clean equipment according to company standards.
Perform the activities of workers supervised.
Complete required training on Trident’s environmental and safety policies and perform assigned work in accordance with training and procedures.
Notify designated personnel of environmental or safety incidents or risks that have not previously been documented.

Benefits

Discretionary or performance-based incentives may be available to eligible full-time employees.
Medical insurance.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Optional HRA/HSA.
Telemedicine.
Employee assistance and wellness programs.
Long-term disability.
Basic life and AD&D insurance.
401(k) with company match.
Paid time off; the initial benefit for full-time employees is 20 days per year, adjusted based on relevant experience.
10 paid holidays each year.
Paid parental leave.
Commuter and transit programs.