Cook-Chill Production Lead

Charlie's Produce; Walla Walla (WA); On-site; USD 37,195 - 42,705; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

ESOP/401(k)

Paid vacations

Pre-tax commuter

Onsite parking

Sick leave

Tuition assistance

EAP

Job summary

Charlie's Produce in Washington state is seeking a Cook Chill Lead to coordinate daily production within the Cook Chill Department. The role provides hands-on leadership to the production staff, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant food manufacturing in line with Charlie's quality standards.

You will monitor HACCP and safety procedures, train new employees, and collaborate with QA and supervisors to maintain schedules and product quality.

Qualifications

• Experience in food manufacturing, preferably cook-chill or ready-to-eat.
• Strong HACCP/GMPs knowledge and food safety compliance.
• Ability to lead and motivate a production team.
• Experience operating industrial cooking and chilling equipment.
• Attention to documentation accuracy and record-keeping.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in hot/cold environments.

Responsibilities

• Directs daily cook-chill operations, including batching, cooking, chilling, portioning, mixing and packaging.
• Ensures day-to-day operation plans are implemented and monitored to meet production schedules.
• Trains new employees in cook-chill procedures, safety and equipment operation.
• Maintains HACCP compliance and coordinates with QA and audits.
• Monitors inventory, expiration dates, waste, and adherence to recipes.
• Leads by example to build a diverse, productive team and uphold safety standards.

Skills

People leadership

Food manufacturing

HACCP/GMPs

Cook-chill equipment

Documentation accuracy

Heavy lifting

Communication

Job description

Charlie's Produce in Washington state is seeking a Cook Chill Lead to coordinate daily production within the Cook Chill Department. The role provides hands-on leadership to the production staff, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant food manufacturing in line with Charlie's quality standards.

You will monitor HACCP and safety procedures, train new employees, and collaborate with QA and supervisors to maintain schedules and product quality.