Department Lead - 2nd Shift

Job Summary

The Production Lead supports the daily operations of the poultry processing department by helping ensure employees perform their assigned duties safely, correctly, and efficiently. This position works in a fast-paced poultry processing environment and may involve working with live birds and/or raw poultry products. Responsibilities may include handling and processing poultry products, deboning, cutting, packing, weighing, moving, inspecting, and other production-related activities. The Production Lead also assists with employee breaks and job rotations while helping maintain department quality, food safety, and operational standards. Other duties may be assigned by supervision as needed.

Essential Functions

• Make routine rounds throughout the department, focusing on the front end or back end based on the assigned work area.
• Observe employees to ensure work is being performed safely, correctly, and according to established procedures.
• Perform periodic checks of poultry, equipment, and machinery.
• Identify and report safety, quality, equipment, or production issues to the supervisor.
• Assist with employee breaks and rotate team members between jobs as needed.
• Help ensure the department operates in accordance with SQF (Safe Quality Food) standards and company requirements.
• Support the supervisor with the daily organization and operation of the department.
• Promote a safe, productive, and positive work environment.
• Attend required company training classes, meetings, and safety sessions.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervision.

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED); or
• Up to three months of related experience or training; or
• An equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Previous leadership experience is preferred but not required.
• Previous poultry processing, manufacturing, or production experience is a plus.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate is dependable, safety-conscious, and comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment. Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively with team members are important for success in this position. Leadership experience is preferred, but we are willing to train the right candidate.