Area Lead - 2nd Shift

FoodScience, LLC; Taft Corners (VT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

FoodScience, LLC in Williston, VT is seeking an Area Lead - 2nd Shift to supervise the production floor and coordinate daily operations. You will coach teams, ensure safety, quality, and adherence to procedures while driving efficiency and throughput on the 2nd shift.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, training support, and collaboration with management to sustain a high-performance production environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Five to seven years of related manufacturing or production experience.
• Experience providing hands-on leadership and training.
• Familiarity with cGMP requirements is beneficial.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day direction and guidance to Production employees.
• Coordinate workflow and assignments to meet production requirements.
• Communicate priorities and updates throughout the shift.
• Coach employees to meet work expectations.
• Support training and onboarding of new staff.
• Promote teamwork and safe work practices.
• Escalate concerns to management when needed.
• Identify opportunities to improve production workflow and efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Production coordination

Communication

Coaching

Safety compliance

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

5–7 years manufacturing experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Production systems

Job description

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Area Lead - 2nd Shift

Production Williston, VT, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1273

Salary Range: $28.00 To $31.00 Annually

Join Our Team at FoodScience!

Are you a hands-on leader who enjoys working alongside a team, keeping production running smoothly, and helping others succeed? Do you thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where teamwork, quality, and continuous improvement make a difference every day?

FoodScience is looking for a Area Lead - 2nd Shift to join our Production team in Williston, Vermont!

In this role, you'll provide day-to-day leadership and support on the production floor, helping coordinate workflow, communicate priorities, coach employees, and ensure production activities are completed safely, efficiently, and to our quality standards. You'll work closely with Production management and employees to address operational challenges, reinforce established processes, and contribute to a positive, collaborative work environment.

At FoodScience, we believe our employees are the foundation of our success. We offer a supportive, team-oriented environment where employees are encouraged to contribute ideas, develop their skills, and make a meaningful impact.

WHAT YOU'LL DO HERE

Production Coordination & Daily Operations

Provide day-to-day work direction and guidance to Production employees based on established schedules, priorities, and management direction.

Coordinate workflow and employee assignments to support production requirements and ensure work is completed efficiently and on time.

Communicate production priorities, schedule changes, and operational updates throughout the shift.

Perform final inspections of job setups to support "Right First Time" execution before production begins.

Monitor daily production activities, identify workflow constraints, and help resolve issues that may impact productivity or output.

Work alongside Production employees as needed to support operational requirements and daily production goals.

Serve as a primary point of contact on the production floor for routine questions, workflow issues, and operational concerns.

Provide hands‑on coaching, guidance, and support to help employees understand and consistently meet established work expectations.

Support the training and onboarding of employees, reinforcing proper procedures, safe work practices, and quality standards.

Promote teamwork, open communication, and positive working relationships within Production and across departments.

Share observations and feedback with Production management regarding training needs, workflow challenges, employee performance concerns, and opportunities for additional support.

Escalate concerns requiring management involvement in a timely and professional manner.

Quality, Safety & Compliance

Reinforce adherence to established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs), safety requirements, and company policies.

Monitor production activities and provide real-time guidance to support consistent execution of quality and safety standards.

Help identify and address routine quality, safety, and operational concerns, partnering with Production management and appropriate departments when additional support is needed.

Support accurate and timely completion of production documentation, including opening, maintaining, and closing work orders as needed.

Help ensure equipment and work areas are properly cleaned, shut down, and secured in accordance with established procedures.

Continuous Improvement & Operational Support

Identify opportunities to improve production workflow, efficiency, quality, and overall operational effectiveness.

Support troubleshooting and resolution of routine production challenges to minimize disruptions and maintain productivity.

Communicate improvement ideas and recommendations to Production management.

Collaborate with team members and other departments to support production goals and continuous improvement initiatives.

Maintain flexibility to support changing production priorities, including working overtime as business needs require.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Skills & Experience

Demonstrated ability to provide day-to-day leadership, direction, and support in a manufacturing or production environment.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to clearly communicate expectations, priorities, and operational updates.

Ability to coordinate multiple production activities, manage competing priorities, and adapt to changing operational needs.

A hands‑on, team-oriented approach to leadership, with a willingness to work alongside employees when needed.

Ability to coach, train, and support employees in following established procedures and meeting performance expectations.

Strong problem-solving skills, sound judgment, and the ability to recognize when issues should be escalated.

Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards for safety, quality, accuracy, and efficiency.

Ability to read, understand, and reinforce SOPs, work instructions, production documentation, and cGMP requirements.

Strong organizational skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office and applicable production systems.

Education & Background

High school diploma or equivalent.

Five to seven years of related manufacturing or production experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience providing hands‑on leadership, employee training, or workflow coordination in a production environment.

Experience working in a regulated manufacturing environment and familiarity with cGMP requirements are beneficial.

HOW SUCCESS IS MEASURED

Success in this role means helping create a production environment where employees are supported, priorities are clear, and daily operations run safely and efficiently.

You'll make an impact by:

Supporting Daily Production Goals: Helping ensure production activities remain organized, on schedule, and aligned with operational priorities.

Promoting Quality & Safety: Reinforcing consistent adherence to established procedures, cGMP requirements, and safe work practices.

Developing & Supporting Employees: Providing clear direction, hands‑on coaching, and training support that helps employees perform their work effectively.

Strengthening Teamwork & Communication: Building positive working relationships, sharing information and helping address operational concerns constructively.

Driving Operational Improvements: Identifying workflow challenges, supporting practical solutions, and contributing ideas that improve efficiency and overall production performance.

ABOUT FOODSCIENCE

At FoodScience, we're passionate about improving lives through innovative nutritional supplements for people and pets. Our commitment to quality, innovation, and doing what's right has helped us build a strong reputation in the health and wellness industry.

Our culture is grounded in teamwork, accountability, integrity, and a shared commitment to excellence. We believe in supporting one another, communicating openly, and finding better ways to achieve our goals.

Whether you're helping maintain product quality, supporting your teammates, or identifying ways to improve how we work, your contributions matter.

READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

If you're a dependable, collaborative, and hands‑on leader who takes pride in helping a team succeed, we'd love to hear from you!

Join FoodScience and help us continue building a safe, efficient, and quality-focused production environment where employees and ideas can thrive.