Evening Production Tech Lead, Food Ops

Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc.; Lampasas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc. in Lampasas, TX seeks a 2nd Shift Production Technical Lead to drive safety, quality and productivity on the assigned line.

You will lead technical operations, support continuous improvement, and coach front-line teams to resolve issues and sustain compliant, high‑performing production. This role demands hands‑on expertise with processing equipment, lean methods and GMP/HACCP awareness.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of manufacturing experience, preferably in the food industry.
• Proven experience with troubleshooting processing equipment and implementation of technical solutions.
• Lean Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership and training capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead line/area leadership for food processing equipment, formulations and methods.
• Provide direction on process optimization and equipment utilization.
• Lead troubleshooting on the production floor and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Facilitate shift huddles, communicate performance and recognize improvements.
• Ensure centerline compliance and teach centerline settings to operators.
• Provide training and coaching to front-line operators to strengthen technical capability and safety.
• Identify opportunities to improve OEE, reduce waste and enhance product quality.
• Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, safety and quality teams to resolve production challenges.

Skills

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Process Improvement

Training & Coaching

Safety Compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

College coursework preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc. in Lampasas, TX seeks a 2nd Shift Production Technical Lead to drive safety, quality and productivity on the assigned line.

You will lead technical operations, support continuous improvement, and coach front-line teams to resolve issues and sustain compliant, high‑performing production. This role demands hands‑on expertise with processing equipment, lean methods and GMP/HACCP awareness.