Dairy Processing Lead - Production, Quality & Safety

Alamance Foods, Inc.; Burlington (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Alamance Foods, Inc. is seeking a Processing Lead to oversee daily dairy processing operations in our Burlington facility. You will supervise the processing team, verify batch sheets, monitor temperatures and parameters, and ensure safety, quality and on-time production.

Collaborate with Quality, Maintenance and Production, train staff on SOPs, maintain records, and support continuous improvement while ensuring GMP/HACCP compliance. A flexible schedule with weekend work may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience in dairy, food, beverage, or manufacturing operations preferred.
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow batch sheets and production specifications.
• Ability to read charts, gauges, process data, and production records accurately.
• Basic computer skills and experience with manufacturing documentation systems.
• Strong communication, organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support processing employees during daily production activities.
• Follow and verify batch sheets to ensure accurate ingredient additions and product formulations.
• Monitor processing equipment, temperatures, flow rates, pressures, and production parameters.
• Read and interpret production charts, process records, and quality documentation.
• Ensure all products meet established quality, food safety, and customer specifications.
• Coordinate with Quality, Maintenance, and Production teams to resolve processing issues.
• Train and mentor team members on standard operating procedures and safe work practices.
• Conduct routine equipment inspections and identify operational concerns.
• Maintain accurate production records, inventory usage, and processing documentation.
• Ensure compliance with GMPs, HACCP requirements, company policies, and safety procedures.
• Troubleshoot process deviations and implement corrective actions as necessary.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, quality, and waste reduction.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards throughout the processing department.
• Communicate production updates, process changes, and operational concerns to management.

Skills

Reading batch sheets

Leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Quality awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Manufacturing documentation systems

Job description

Alamance Foods, Inc. is seeking a Processing Lead to oversee daily dairy processing operations in our Burlington facility. You will supervise the processing team, verify batch sheets, monitor temperatures and parameters, and ensure safety, quality and on-time production.

Collaborate with Quality, Maintenance and Production, train staff on SOPs, maintain records, and support continuous improvement while ensuring GMP/HACCP compliance. A flexible schedule with weekend work may be required.