Day Shift Operator

Leclerc Foods Tennessee LLC; Kingsport (TN); On-site; USD 31,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Leclerc Foods Tennessee LLC in Kingsport, TN is seeking a Production Operator to help ensure smooth operation of production equipment and product quality. You will support safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities include applying safety standards, performing necessary adjustments during changeovers, carrying out quality tests, and collaborating with maintenance, sanitation, and quality teams to improve processes.

Qualifications

• Experience prioritizing tasks in a fast-paced setting.
• Familiar with touchscreen interfaces.
• Capable of quick decisions under pressure.
• Provides practical, concrete solutions.
• Strong communication across teams.
• Collaborative leadership style.
• Relevant manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

• Apply safety standards.
• Perform adjustments during product changeovers.
• Carry out quality tests and adjustments.
• Collaborate with operations, mechanical, sanitation, and quality teams.
• Participate in continuous improvement of processes.

Skills

Prioritization

Touchscreen tech

Decision making

Problem solving

Communication

Team leadership

Manufacturing exp

Job description

Requisition ID12592-Posted10/15/2026-Kingsport, TN

Reporting to the Production Team Leader, you’ll ensure the smooth operation of production equipment and product quality. You’ll contribute to safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement of your work environment

Responsibilities

You contribute to achieving the company’s objectives through the following actions:

• Apply and promote safety standards


• Perform necessary adjustments and settings during product changeovers


• Carry out quality tests and make required adjustments


• Collaborate with operational, mechanical, sanitation, and quality teams


• Participate in the continuous improvement of processes

Requirements

We are looking for someone who can:

• Manage priorities and multiple tasks effectively


• Be comfortable with computerized technologies (touchscreens)


• Make quick decisions, even under pressure


• Provide practical, concrete solutions


• Demonstrate strong communication skills


• Exhibit collaborative leadership


• Bring relevant experience in a manufacturing environment