Bone Room Lead 2nd Shift

About the role

The Kitchen Lead is responsible for guiding the Kitchen Operators team within the assigned area, ensuring they remain focused on optimizing production processes efficiently. This position also serves as the supervisor’s backup and assists in providing direction.

Responsibilities

• Lead team members and assign kettles accordingly.
• Train new operators on products and processes.
• Ensure paperwork and all records are documented and completed appropriately.
• Provide daily management and support for the team to achieve operational success.
• Set high standards through personal example and reinforce them across the team, ensuring all members understand expected behaviors.
• Assist the Supervisor as needed.
• Back‑up operators as needed.
• Ensure the team is aware of day‑to‑day targets and responsibilities.
• Collaborate with support functions to define processes, procedures, and controls related to team activities.
• Provide support and input to continuous improvement activities within the team.
• Verify correct ingredients in measurements and weight to assemble formulas.
• Operate pallet jack and occasionally forklift.
• Follow and ensure the team complies with all Good Manufacturing Practices as stated within policy.
• Follow and ensure the team complies with all safety rules and procedures, working safely and ensuring the safety of others.
• Follow and ensure the team complies with all food safety procedures.
• Follow and ensure the team complies with all environmental protocols as applicable.
• Follow and ensure the team complies with all sanitation procedures and work instructions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED certificate.
• 1+ years of experience as a team leader in a manufacturing facility.
• Bilingual in Spanish is a plus.
• Experience working in temperature‑controlled settings.
• Experience with perishable items and a proven track record in safe working practices.
• Forklift experience is preferred.

Skills

• High attention to detail.
• Dependable, trustworthy, and able to bring energy to tasks while maintaining good relations with others.
• Professional and collaborative demeanor; able to work productively with a variety of personalities and individuals.
• Self‑starter able to conceptualize and drive initiatives forward.
• Positive attitude and motivation to contribute to the overall success of the team.
• Comfortable moving at a fast pace and in ambiguous environments.
• Willing to address difficult situations head‑on with patience and respect.

Schedule

Work is performed in a plant environment. Hours of work will generally be during regular business hours, equaling 40 hours per week. The work environment involves high cold/hot temperatures and some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require safety precautions.