Production Line Lead - 3rd shift

CONAGRA•Centralia, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Shift Supervisor, you will lead daily line production activities on your assigned line to achieve safety, quality, production, and efficiency goals during overnight operations. You will coordinate team members, support continuous improvement efforts, and ensure compliance with all food safety and operational standards while maintaining a strong safety culture.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED
2+ years experience in a manufacturing or production environment
Knowledge of food safety and Good Manufacturing Practices preferred
Willingness to work overnight shifts and weekends as required

Responsibilities

Lead daily line production activities to achieve safety, quality, and efficiency goals
Coordinate and direct line operators throughout the shift to ensure smooth performance and continuity
Monitor line performance, identify issues, and assist in troubleshooting equipment and processes
Partner with Maintenance, Quality, and Operations teams to identify root causes and implement corrective actions
Ensure compliance with food safety, Good Manufacturing Practices, sanitation, and quality standards
Verify production records, quality checks, and documentation are completed accurately and on time
Promote a strong safety culture, ensuring adherence to safety procedures including machine guarding, lockout tagout, fall protection, and safe work practices
Assist with shift start-up meetings and communicate production priorities, expectations, and performance metrics
Train, coach, and develop production employees to improve performance and support workforce development
Monitor employee performance and adherence to company policies and procedures
Update and maintain safety, quality, delivery, and cost boards and performance tracking tools
Identify opportunities for continuous improvement, waste reduction, and operational efficiencies
Lead product changeovers, line startups, and process improvements
Support staffing needs by coordinating assignments and ensuring proper line coverage
Serve as a resource for employees by addressing questions and resolving operational challenges
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned