Production Line Lead

• Come bake with us and create a world of snacking that is both good, and good for you. Why would you want this job?
• Our high product demand ensures that you’ll have steady work and reliable hours.
• If you're looking to escape dirty and disorganized work environments, you'll appreciate the cleanliness and orderliness here.

About Mars (External)

Shift: Day Shift: 6:00am-6:30pm on a 2-2-3 rotating schedule Night Shift: 6:00pm-6:30am on a 2-2-3 rotating Schedule Who we are: We are Nature’s Bakery, one of the fastest growing snack brands in the category and have recently joined KIND, a healthy snacking leader, and the Mars family of companies, to accelerate the growth of our healthier snacking platform.

We have a bright future ahead of us.

We are dedicated to developing our employees and their careers.

Our commitment involves enhancing both personal and professional lives with a focus on promoting from within.

Responsibilities

• We’re eager to keep our shelves stocked and want you to be a key part of that Clean and Organized Environment: Our food manufacturing facility is pristine, well-organized, and has a pleasant aroma.

What will you get to do?

• Under the direction of the Shift Manager and based on the area’s top losses and key challenges, the Production Lead creates and executes plans to accelerate building people capability.
• They train, coach and mentor operators to deliver the daily production plan and the 90-day plan.
• The Production Lead is an integral member of the production team on each shift.
• They are a flexible resource in their area of support and fill in as the Shift Manager to ensure smooth operation of the shift, and operate equipment as needed.
• Provide Leadership on your shift – oversee performance and safety of assigned personnel – coaching, training and motivating a well-trained team.
• Maintain Quality and Safety Standards – Ensure all quality standards are met through audits and visual inspections implementing changes and corrections as needed.
• Production Efficiency – Plan and coordinate labor, materials and production schedules to optimize line efficiencies and reduce costs.
• Drives loss elimination of raw ingredients, packaging material, and finished goods through observation of production operations and by analyzing loss data to recommend solutions.
• Utilize the ERP system to help with inventory and production tracking.
• Utilize Lean Manufacturing techniques to maintain a clean and organized workspace, drive productivity, and support corporate initiatives for continuous improvement.
• Conduct daily meetings to review performance, set goals, and foster a positive work environment.
• Ability to identify, troubleshoot, and address mechanical issues affecting quality or production throughput.

Requirements

• Support your Team – May relieve operators as needed within assigned production areas Experience that you need to succeed Supervisory Experience in a Manufacturing Environment : Experience managing and leading teams in a manufacturing or production setting, including overseeing performance, providing coaching and feedback, and driving a positive work culture.
• Understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), OSHA guidelines, and other safety protocols.
• Experience ensuring product quality standards (e.g., weight control, packaging quality) and conducting regular audits and inspections.
• Experience with dismantling, repairing, and maintaining equipment is essential.
• Proven ability to plan and manage labor, materials, and production schedules efficiently to meet production targets.
• Experience minimizing waste and optimizing production line efficiency is critical.
• Proficiency with ERP Systems and Inventory Management: Experience using ERP systems for inventory management, lot tracking, and monitoring work orders to ensure accurate production reporting and inventory control.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and other departments, resolve issues quickly, and provide clear instructions.

Preferred

• Experience conducting daily meetings and presenting key performance indicators (KPIs) is a plus.

Benefits

• What we offer you Our team members' physical and mental health is important to a thriving workplace.
• That’s why we offer the following benefits to full-time employees: Medical, dental, and vision insurance offered for eligible employees 401(k) plan with a company match that vest on day 1 of eligibility Paid vacation (40 hours) Paid time off (40 hours) Holiday pay (11 days) Paid short-term disability Paid life insurance Banfield Pet Insurance Discounts Wellness Benefits and Discounts Employee Assistance Program You’ll find this job exciting if you are looking for jobs like this: Warehouse lead, general labor supervisor, manufacturing lead, manufacturing assistant, batching operator, machine operator, production operator, team leader, assembly line, packaging, mixer, material handler, production, distribution associate, manufacturing leadership. #NaturesBakeryjobs