Production Team Lead (2nd Shift)
About The Position
We’re growing—and this is an opportunity to grow with us. As a Packaging Operations Lead, you’ll be at the center of a fast-moving production environment, helping shape how our packaging operations scale, improve, and succeed. This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll spend time on the floor supporting the team, solving problems in real time, and making a visible impact every day. You’ll help build and develop a strong production team, ensure smooth and accurate operations, and drive improvements in quality, efficiency, and safety. You’ll also play a key role in bringing new ideas to life—from process improvements to new products and packaging innovations. If you enjoy being close to the work, leading through action, and making things better as you go, this is a chance to step into a role where your impact will be immediate. Note that this is a 2nd Shift position. Working hours will be from 3:30 pm to midnight.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent with 3-5 years of production experience as a machine technician or in operations leadership
- 2 years of formal training in the coffee industry or food manufacturing
- Capable of reading, understanding, and communicating production documents and safety manuals
- Experience with manufacturing processes and system controls
- Intermediate-level math, reading, and writing skills
- Intermediate-level computer skills
- Has a high degree of personal accountability and deadline/time management
- Excels in a results-oriented and dynamic environment; is flexible and can respond quickly and effectively to business needs
- Able to work 8-hour shifts while standing, lifting, bending, and reaching
- Must be able to work on your feet for over 9 straight hours
- Able to perform physical tasks that are repetitive and lift up to 30 lbs on a regular basis
- Must be able to lift 80 pounds 20% of the shift
- Must be able to endure constant leaning and bending during shift
- Must be able to handle/move up to 750-pound bins on casters
Responsibilities
- Lead day-to-day packaging operations with a strong on-floor presence, supporting team performance and production flow
- Ensure accurate inventory, material usage, and work order transactions
- Support hiring, onboarding, training, and staffing to build a high-performing team
- Drive continuous improvement efforts, including waste reduction, yield optimization, and problem-solving
- Partner with Quality, Safety, and Engineering to maintain compliance, resolve issues, and minimize downtime
- Uphold and enforce food safety and quality standards (GMPs, SSOPs) across all packaging activities
- Support new product launches, packaging technology, and operational innovations
- Help develop and maintain standard work, SOPs, and job safety analyses
- Promote a safe, accountable work environment and ensure consistent application of company policies
Benefits
- Recharge Time – Paid vacation, holidays, and sick days.
- Health & Wellness – Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Future You – 401(k) plan with generous match program to help you save.
- Peace of Mind – Life insurance, disability, and options for HSAs and FSAs.
- Everyday Perks – Free coffee, fresh baked goods, and discounts
- Growth & Support – Career development and an Employee Assistance Program when you need it.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
