Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Lead Hand to oversee daily operations within our food processing and manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will play a key role in supervising production activities, ensuring food safety and sanitation standards, and supporting team members in a fast-paced environment. This leadership position requires familiarity with packaging and forklift operation, and a basic understanding of food industry regulations. The Lead Hand will be instrumental in maintaining efficient workflows, upholding quality standards, and fostering a safe and efficent work environment.
Responsibilities
- Supervise and coordinate daily production activities on the manufacturing floor, ensuring adherence to safety, quality, maintaining proper sanitation protocols throughout all stages of production. sanitation standards.
- Perform quality control on all produce
- Operate and monitor forklift equipment for the movement of raw materials and finished products within the facility. maintaining proper sanitation protocols throughout all stages of production.
- Support team members by providing guidance, training,
and mentorship to promote a productive work setting.
- Ensure compliance with all food safety standards and documentation requirements.
- Collaborate with management to identify process improvements and implement best practices for manufacturing operations.
Qualifications
- Knowledge of packaging procedures and forklift operation is essential.
- Mechanical aptitude with basic troubleshooting skills.
- Understanding of sanitation protocols and food safety regulations.
- Basic math skills for measurements, inventory counts, and quality checks.
- Strong leadership abilities with excellent communication skills.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
- Familiarity with manufacturing equipment and processes related to food production is an asset. This position offers an opportunity to lead a dynamic team within a reputable organization committed to quality and safety standards in the food industry.
Experience with produce is an asset but not neccessary