Warehouse Team Lead (2nd Shift) Edison, NJ

About the role

The Lead Production Worker oversees the smooth operation of production lines, ensuring compliance with food safety policies and procedures, including SQF requirements. They are responsible for setting up machines, performing quality checks, supervising team members, and maintaining cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for machine setup, pre-operational checks, and clean-up
• Perform quality checks according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Observe for product defects and ensure compliance with SQF requirements
• Oversee the entire line and support staff, providing direction to meet production needs
• Clean machines and production equipment in accordance with SQF standards
• Inform supervisors of faulty equipment needing maintenance or repairs
• Ensure safe operation of equipment and safety of line associates
• Follow HACCP principles and Good Manufacturing Practices
• Comply with food and personal safety procedures, company policies, and regulations
• Perform additional duties as assigned, including packing, sealing, labeling, and stacking pallets

Requirements

• Education/ Certifications: High School Diploma/GED or equivalent, and/or relevant experience
• Experience: Experience in a food or related manufacturing production environment preferred; experience operating a FFS packaging machine preferred
• Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Understanding of GMPs, safety guidelines, HACCP, SQF, ISO, QS guidelines and procedures
• Skills/Abilities: Dexterity, mechanical reasoning, problem-solving, reading, writing, basic arithmetic, lifting up to 50 pounds, standing for long periods, bending, twisting, turning, climbing stairs, operating work-related equipment, manual dexterity, overall coordination, good balance, and good judgment