Team Lead

Fermented Food Holdings, Inc. • Bear Creek, WI

32d • Onsite

About The Position

The Team Lead position is a hands-on leadership role responsible for supporting daily production operations while providing guidance, training, and direction to team members. This role serves as a key communication link between employees and management, helping ensure safety, quality, productivity, and operational goals are achieved. The Team Lead leads by example, promotes a positive work environment, and helps drive continuous improvement throughout the facility.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• Previous manufacturing, production, or food manufacturing experience preferred
• Prior leadership, team lead, or supervisory experience preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities

Nice To Haves

• Passionate about our brands, consumers, and company mission
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop others
• Excellent communication and conflict-resolution skills
• Ability to lead by example and promote accountability
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and responsibilities
• Team-oriented mindset with the ability to collaborate across departments
• Continuous improvement mentality and willingness to learn
• Comfort operating in a fast-paced, nimble, and lean environment
• Passion for natural and organic products and working for a purpose-driven company is a plus

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and support production employees to ensure safe and efficient operations.
• Monitor daily production activities to ensure schedules, quality standards, and productivity goals are met.
• Train and onboard new employees while reinforcing standard operating procedures and work instructions.
• Promote and enforce all food safety, quality, GMP, and workplace safety requirements.
• Communicate production priorities, operational updates, and company initiatives to team members.
• Assist in troubleshooting equipment, process, and production issues to minimize downtime.
• Monitor employee performance and provide feedback, guidance, and support for continuous improvement.
• Maintain accurate production records and complete required documentation.
• Collaborate with supervisors, maintenance, quality, and other departments to ensure smooth operations.
• Support staffing needs, break coverage, and workflow adjustments throughout the shift.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and assist in implementing solutions.
• Report operational concerns, safety incidents, and performance issues to management.
• Assist supervisors and managers with special projects and departmental initiatives.
• Participate in safety meetings, audits, and continuous improvement activities.
• Support inventory accuracy, material handling, and product accountability as needed.
• Help foster a positive team culture focused on accountability, communication, and engagement.

Benefits

• 401-K with Company match
• Paid holidays, as well as paid time off
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (health/dependent) and Health Savings Accounts
• Company sponsored short term and long-term disability, as well as life insurance
• Additional voluntary insurance plans are available to meet your lifestyle needs
• Office perks such as espresso, snacks, desserts, and a friendly environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED