Front End Lead

About the role

Lead and support Kitter, Aseptic Batcher, and Process Operator employees to maintain a productive and efficient work environment.
Train new and existing employees in all aspects of their roles to ensure adherence to safety, quality, and production standards.
Provide hands-on support and guidance to team members, stepping in to perform tasks as needed.
Serve as a backup for the Production Shift Supervisor during absences or as required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate weighing, scaling, and handling of ingredients as performed by Kitters.
• Oversee the batching process to maintain consistent and accurate blending of ingredients according to batch sheets.
• Monitor aseptic processing operations, ensuring compliance with FDA regulations, HACCP guidelines, and company policies.
• Verify process control parameters and support troubleshooting of equipment and procedural issues.
• Maintain responsibility for data integrity in the recipe management system, ensuring accurate input and record-keeping.
• Review and validate completed production logs, batch sheets, HACCP records, and other regulatory documentation.
• Ensure traceability by confirming accurate ingredient lot numbers, batch tracking, and compliance with inventory procedures.
• Enforce adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), food safety protocols, and workplace safety standards.
• Ensure all employees are properly equipped with and using Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Identify and address potential safety risks and escalate concerns to supervisors as needed.
• Act as the primary point of contact between the frontline employees and shift supervisors/management.
• Communicate operational challenges, production delays, and quality concerns to leadership in a timely manner.
• Foster a collaborative work environment by promoting teamwork, accountability, and problem-solving.

Qualifications & Skills

• A high school diploma or equivalent required; technical or trade school background preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in a food manufacturing environment, preferably in an aseptic processing setting.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to train and mentor employees.
• In-depth understanding of ingredient handling, batching processes, and aseptic production operations.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate records.
• Ability to list and move up to 50lbs as required as well as stand, bend, and move for extended periods of time.
• Comfortable working in temperature-controlled environments, including cold storage areas.
• Knowledge of HACCP principles, FDA regulations, and food safety protocols.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Pay

$33.58/hour

Schedule

Days, Continental rotating schedule, 5am to 5pm