Cooking Solutions Lead

Afc-Materials-Group; Lake in the Hills (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off & 10 holidays

Safety shoe & gym reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement & AFC University

Referral bonus program

Job summary

AFC Materials Group in Lake in the Hills, IL is seeking a Cooking Solutions Fabricator Lead to supervise the production of lightweight food belts and fabric pieces for the Quick Serve Restaurant line. The role emphasizes hands-on machine operation (heat sealer and related equipment) and leading a small team in a fast-paced setting.

Ideal candidates have two or more years of leadership experience, a high school diploma or GED, and a strong focus on safety, quality, and process improvements.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of leadership experience preferred.
• Experience in operating heat sealing machines is preferred.
• Attention to quality and safety in a fast-paced production environment.

Responsibilities

• Works at different workstations as production needs require and as directed by the supervisor.
• Oversees daily activities to process current production jobs, ensuring safety.
• Maintains clean and organized work area and supports policy enforcement.

Skills

Leadership experience

Quality control

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Heat sealer

Hand sealer

Four-corner machine

Die cutter

Job description

Description

Cooking Solutions Lead

Location: Lake in the Hills, IL

Schedule: Monday - Thursday 1:00 pm - 11:30 pm

Compensation: $17.00-19.00 /hr plus $2.50 shift differential

Why Join AFC?

• Stability & Growth: Industry leader with over 30 years of proven success
• Full Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision) – starting 1st of the month after 30 days
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous PTO & 10 Paid Holidays
• Annual Safety Shoe & Gym Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement & In-House Training (AFC University)
• $2,000 Referral Bonus Program

Overview

AFC is seeking a skilled Cooking Solutions Fabricator Lead to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting workers in the fabrication of specialty lightweight food belts and fabric pieces in the Quick Serve Restaurant line of business. The ideal candidate should have experience in operating heat sealing machines and be able to work in a fast-paced environment.

What You'll Do:

• Works at different workstations as production needs require and as directed by the supervisor.
• Good working knowledge of quality control and attention to detail.
• Maintains work area, lightly cleaning as necessary.
• Oversees the daily activities required to process the current production jobs, ensuring safety throughout the process
• Promotes a positive team environment.
• Suggest process improvements and be a change agent, following through when change is necessary
• Ensures the department’s work environment and work processes are safe, training employees in the company’s established processes
• Escalates any safety, quality, production or any issue that impacts production to the supervisor in a timely manner.
• Support, clearly communicate, and enforce company policies and initiatives
• Correctly completes all inventory transactions in the ERP system.
• Embrace and model AFC's Core Values
• Perform other duties as assigned

What You'll Bring:

• High school diploma or GED
• Two or more years related leadership or related experience preferred.
• Experience in operating heat sealer, hand sealer, four-corner machine, and die cutter preferred.

About Us

AFC Materials Group, headquartered in Lake in the Hills, IL, is a global leader in high-temperature and non-stick composite solutions. Since 1988, we’ve partnered with OEMs, distributors, and end users to solve complex production challenges through expert coating, converting, and fabrication capabilities. For over 30 years, we've built a reputation on innovation, reliability, and a strong commitment to our people and customers. Join a team where growth, quality, and forward thinking are at the core of what we do.

AFC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets

AFC is a Drug-free workplace