Team Lead

Local Bounti•Byron, GA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Local Bounti is a leading controlled environment agriculture (CEA) Company. Our mission is to bring our farm to your kitchen and deliver the freshest, locally grown produce in the fewest food miles possible. Our mission is rooted in sustainability and in turn human welfare. By growing local we help eliminate food waste and provide fresh, high-quality product. Our sustainable greenhouse technology delivers ideal growing conditions for each of our crops, resulting in 90% less water consumption and 95% less land use than conventional agriculture, no need for herbicides or pesticides, and the lowest carbon footprint in the industry. We are committed to the growth and cultivation of our employee's well-being, so that our employees feel that they are in a career environment that enables them to thrive personally and professionally. We provide an educational and safe work environment and are dedicated to helping our employees grow within the company. We are proud to offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package to employee working over 30 hours a week. Local Bounti employees are empowered, valued, and respected. They have a passion for their work and for Local Bounti’s success. This shared passion for achievement is the lifeblood of our company. Position Overview: We are seeking a Production Team Lead to join our dynamic team at our Byron, Georgia facility. In this role, you will supervise a group of employees in a production environment to achieve goals that contribute to the growth of the organization. Team leaders motivate and inspire their team by creating an environment that promotes positive communication, encourages bonding of team members, and demonstrates flexibility.

Requirements

Three years minimum of previous supervisory experience required.
Ability to communicate in English.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED certificate preferred
Previous 3 years experience or more in food production preferred.
Knowledge of equipment and food production processes preferred.
Bilingualism a plus.
Knowledge of GMP, GFSI, SQF and food quality processes and procedures preferred.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills required.

Responsibilities

Managing the day-to-day activities of the production team.
Develop and implement a timeline to achieve targets, by delegating tasks to team members.
Empower and train team members with skills to improve their confidence, product knowledge, and communication skills.
Drive LEAN manufacturing and develop solutions to gaps.
Develop and implement a timeline to achieve targets.

Benefits

Competitive Pay
Indoor Agriculture Environment
A culture focused on Work/Life Balance
Health, Dental, and Vision and very competitive contribution rates
Health Care Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account
Generous Vacation Time and 5 Sick days each year
10 Company Paid Holidays
Immediate access to participate in the 401(k) plan with up to 5% company match
Basic and Voluntary Life / AD&D
Voluntary Accident and Critical Illness coverage
Voluntary STD/LTD
Aflac Caregiver Support
Training and Development
Adoption Assistance Program
Commuter Benefits ( includes part-time and seasonal staff)
MarketPlace Perks at Work
Free Employee Assistance Program services that focus on health physically, emotionally, socially, and financially.