Food Manufacturing Production Lead (2nd Shift)

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Hazelwood (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid onboarding training

Zero candidate fees

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals is hiring a full‑time Food Manufacturing Production Lead for the 2nd shift in Hazelwood, MO. You will guide production associates, drive daily output, troubleshoot bottlenecks, and ensure food safety compliance.

Training starts on 1st shift before transitioning to the 2nd shift lead role. The position emphasizes hands‑on leadership, safety, and meeting daily targets with weekly pay and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years hands‑on experience in a food manufacturing or processing environment.
• Minimum 6 months lead or supervisory experience in a manufacturing, packaging, or plant setting.
• Basic computer literacy for logging shift metrics and updates.
• Ability to complete initial training on 1st shift before transitioning to 2nd shift.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct 2nd shift production associates to meet daily throughput, yield, and packing targets.
• Monitor line speeds, clear bottlenecks, and reassign personnel to keep lines moving.
• Onboard, train, and mentor team members on equipment operation and safety standards.
• Enforce GMPs, sanitation guidelines, and quality standards across the plant floor.
• Log daily attendance, track productivity, and complete shift logs in tracking software.
• Communicate daily yield metrics and maintenance needs to plant management.

Skills

Industry experience

Leadership

Technical skills

Shift flexibility

Physical ability

Reliability

Screening

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

Food Manufacturing Production Lead (2nd Shift) | Up to $30.00/hr

Location: Hazelwood, MO 63042

Job Type: Full-Time | Temp-to-Hire | Immediate Start

Shift: 2nd Shift (Paid Initial Training Provided on 1st Shift)

Pay Rate: Up to $30.00 / Hour | Weekly Pay

Industry: Food Manufacturing, Plant Operations, Food Processing, Production Leadership

About the Role

Express Employment Professionals is hiring a full-time Food Manufacturing Production Lead (2nd Shift) for a growing food processing facility in Hazelwood, MO (63042).

In this hands‑on floor leadership role, you will guide 2nd shift production associates, drive daily output goals, troubleshoot line bottlenecks, and ensure operations run safely and in full compliance with food safety standards. To set you up for long‑term success, you will complete comprehensive paid training on 1st shift before transitioning to lead the 2nd shift team. If you bring strong food manufacturing experience and floor leadership skills,

What You Get

• Competitive Pay: Earn up to $30.00 / hour depending on experience.
• Paid Onboarding Training: Comprehensive initial training provided on 1st shift to learn plant machinery, SOPs, and product lines.
• Weekly Pay: Dependable Friday paychecks via direct deposit or pay card options.
• Full Benefits Package: Access to optional medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plans.
• Zero Candidate Fees: Express never charges job seekers a fee to find a job.

What You Will Do

• Floor Leadership: Lead and direct 2nd shift production associates to consistently meet daily throughput, yield, and packing targets.
• Operational Flow: Monitor line speeds, clear production bottlenecks, and reassign personnel as needed to keep active lines moving smoothly.
• Team Coaching: Onboard, train, and mentor team members on equipment operation, standard work practices, and facility safety standards.
• Safety & Food Quality: Enforce Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), plant sanitation guidelines, and quality assurance standards across the plant floor.
• Production Tracking: Log daily attendance, track line productivity metrics, and complete shift logs in basic production tracking software.
• Shift Reporting: Communicate daily yield metrics, equipment maintenance needs, and operational updates directly to plant management.

What You Need

• Industry Experience: Minimum 3 years of hands‑on experience in a food manufacturing or processing environment required.
• Leadership Track Record: Minimum 6 months of lead or supervisory experience in a manufacturing, packaging, or plant setting.
• Technical Skills: Basic computer literacy for logging shift metrics, sending email updates, and tracking output data.
• Shift Flexibility: Ability to complete initial training on 1st shift before transitioning to lead 2nd shift long‑term.
• Physical Capability: Ability to stand, walk, and navigate active production floors continuously throughout the shift.
• Reliability: Rock‑solid attendance, strong communication, and reliable transportation to Hazelwood, MO 63042.
• Screening: Willingness to complete standard pre‑employment background checks and screenings.

Why Apply Through Express Employment Professionals?

Express connects job seekers with top food processing, manufacturing, and industrial facilities across Hazelwood, Florissant, Maryland Heights, and North St. Louis County. Partnering with Express gives you direct access to local hiring managers and full recruiter support throughout your assignment.

Express Employment Professionals is an Equal Opportunity Employer.