3rd Shift Production Line Lead

CandyCo•American Fork, UT

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Line Lead provides hands-on leadership to Production Workers and supports daily production, sanitation, quality, and safety activities on assigned lines. This role ensures scheduled orders are completed accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with GMPs, Food Safety Policy, and CandyCo operational standards. The Line Lead coordinates workflow, provides training, and maintains a safe, clean, organized environment across the line.

Requirements

Minimum of 1-year experience in a lead position, directing production line activities
Must have an excellent Safety record and champion a Safety culture
Must have strong, positive leadership, communication, and organization skills
Extensive knowledge of product specifications and production standards
Excellent problem-solving techniques
Keen sense of urgency in driving attainment of scheduled order
Must be able to work any/all shifts as directed
Must be able to work on a line that requires repetitive motion
Must be able to stand/walk for long periods of time
Must be able to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Must be able to work overtime as necessary, including Holidays and/or weekends
A non-slip resistant work shoe
Ability to work on their feet 8+ hours at a time
Hair restraint, beard net (if needed), and Safety gloves as needed
All required PPEs are worn properly when working with equipment or chemicals that require personal protection
Position requires the ability to: stand, sit at a desk, walking around the facility, lifting and carrying up t0 50-LBS unassisted, reaching, kneeling, crawling, and twisting
Also requires the ability to: see, hear, and communicate with associates as well as others by utilizing professional etiquette

Nice To Haves

Bilingual skills preferred, not required (English, Spanish)
SAP, ROSS, NETSUITE, or other ERP environment skill and abilities a plus, or must be able to learn

Responsibilities

Direct and coordinate the daily work of Production Workers on assigned lines.
Provide clear direction on tasks such as product loading, packing, pallet stacking, cleaning, and sanitation steps.
Rotate Production Workers between stations and lines as needed, including break/lunch coverage.
Model CandyCo's safety, GMP, and Food Safety culture in all interactions.
Proactively coach employees to improve quality, efficiency, and work habits.
Escalate performance or behavior concerns to Supervisor when needed.
Ensure lines are set up correctly, staffed appropriately, and running per schedule.
Verify Production Workers are inspecting product correctly and performing assigned tasks.
Monitor line speeds, material usage, and changeovers to minimize downtime.
Maintain accurate records, including production counts, scrap, and run notes.
Identify and resolve minor production issues; escalate equipment concerns to Maintenance.
Ensure proper labeling, lot codes, traceability, and documentation compliance.
Lead and verify cleaning activities including sweeping, mopping, wiping, and equipment-area cleaning.
Oversee scheduled sanitation (including Level 3–4 cleans requiring up to 8 hours).
Train Production Workers on correct sanitation procedures, PPE, and chemical-handling expectations.
Conduct pre-op and post-op checks for cleanliness, safety, and readiness
Ensure all employees wear correct PPE at all times (hairnet, gloves, non-slip shoes, etc.).
Maintain a hazard-free work area; remove debris and address spills immediately.
Enforce lockout/tagout, safety guards, and restricted areas as required.
Lead by example with 100% adherence to GMPs and Food Safety protocols.
Report material shortages, deviations, or line issues promptly.
Communicate shift expectations, priorities, and job rotations to Production Workers.
Participate in daily shift huddles and pass-down meetings.
Collaborate with QA, Maintenance, Warehouse, and Supervisors as operational needs arise.