Cafeteria Lead I- Service 2nd Shift

Clemens Family Corporation; Coldwater (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Clemens Family Corporation in Coldwater, MI, is seeking a Lead I – Service to provide day-to-day leadership and coordination of service operations inside our pork processing facility. You will guide the service team, ensure timely delivery of supplies and equipment, and support production through safe, efficient operations.

The role emphasizes coaching, onboarding and training of new employees, promoting teamwork and accountability, and ensuring compliance with safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily direction and work assignments to service team members.
• Coordinate staffing and workflow to support production schedules and operational needs.
• Monitor work performance and provide coaching, feedback, and support.
• Assist with onboarding and training of new employees.
• Promote teamwork, accountability, and positive employee relations.
• Communicate departmental priorities, safety expectations, and operational updates.
• Ensure timely delivery of supplies, tools, packaging materials, and equipment to production areas.
• Coordinate collection and removal of waste and non-product materials.
• Monitor service activities to ensure uninterrupted production support.
• Assist with setup, changeovers, and operational support activities.
• Maintain organization and cleanliness of service areas and storage locations.

Job description

Lead I service
Position Summary
The Lead I – Service is responsible for providing day-to-day leadership and coordination of
service operations within a pork processing facility. This position supports production by
ensuring service functions such as material handling, supplies distribution, equipment support,
sanitation support, waste removal, and operational readiness are completed safely, efficiently,
and in compliance with company standards. The Lead I serves as a working lead, providing
guidance, training, and support to team members while helping supervisors achieve operational
goals.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Team Leadership
Provide daily direction and work assignments to service team members.
Coordinate staffing and workflow to support production schedules and operational needs.
Monitor work performance and provide coaching, feedback, and support.
Assist with onboarding and training of new employees.
Promote teamwork, accountability, and positive employee relations.
Communicate departmental priorities, safety expectations, and operational updates.
Service Operations
Ensure timely delivery of supplies, tools, packaging materials, and equipment to
production areas.
Coordinate collection and removal of waste, recyclable materials, and non-product
materials.
Monitor service activities to ensure uninterrupted production support.
Assist with setup, changeovers, and operational support activities.
Maintain organization and cleanliness of service areas, storage locations, and supply
inventories.
Support equipment movement and material handling activities as needed.
Safety and Compliance
Ensure compliance with all company safety policies and procedures.
Promote safe work practices and immediately address unsafe conditions.
Conduct routine inspections of work areas and equipment.
Ensure proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
Participate in safety meetings, audits, and corrective action activities.