Inventory Control

Quality Custom Distribution; Conyers (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Golden State Foods in Conyers, GA is seeking a Production Lead to supervise associates and ensure safe, efficient operation of packaging and processing equipment. You will oversee start-up, shutdown, and routine inspections, while maintaining cleanliness and quality standards across the line.

The role emphasizes adherence to safety, environmental health, and food safety regulations, with collaboration with maintenance to troubleshoot equipment and optimize throughput.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Knowledge of safety and food safety standards.
• Ability to perform lockout/tagout procedures.
• Ability to review production paperwork.
• Disassemble/reassemble equipment using COP/CIP processes.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to safety, food safety, quality and legal compliance.
• Perform all work per environmental, health and safety standards.
• Ensure start-up/shutdown of equipment and processes.
• Inspect machinery for operational readiness and cleanliness.
• Troubleshoot machine operations with operators and maintenance.
• Coordinate production schedule with Supervisor.
• Identify proper product flow from tanks to machines.
• Assist in training new associates and provide break relief.

Skills

Safety adherence

Quality control

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Description

ABOUT GOLDEN STATE FOODS

Golden State Foods is a distinguished leader in the food service industry, offering an extensive array of products and services to a diverse clientele. Rooted in the values of quality service and integrity, we are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive atmosphere where employees can advance, innovate, and contribute to our ongoing success.

Inventory Control

Conyers, GA

ABOUT THE ROLE

Lead production associates to properly operate equipment from a safety, quality, and efficient perspective, while maintaining the cleanliness of all equipment.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Adhere to safety, food safety, quality and legal compliance.
• Perform all work per environmental, health and safety standards.
• Ensure start-up/shutdown of equipment and processes.
• Inspect machinery for operational readiness and cleanliness.
• Troubleshoot machine operations with operators and maintenance.
• Coordinate production schedule with Supervisor.
• Identify proper product flow from tanks to machines.
• Assist in training new associates and provide break relief.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• High school diploma or GED.
• Knowledge of departmental operational positions and procedures.
• Ability to perform lockout/tagout.
• Ability to complete and review production paperwork.
• Ability to disassemble/reassemble equipment using COP/CIP processes.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

WHY JOIN US

Golden State Foods (GSF) is one of the largest diversified suppliers in the food industry, manufacturing a range of products including sauces, dressings, condiments, syrups, and toppings for leading restaurant and retail brands.

Join GSF and grow your career with a global food industry leader who:

• People First: At Golden State Foods, we're not just a company; we're a dynamic community where your talents are celebrated, and your ambitions are nurtured.
• Values Driven: Our core values drive everything we do, creating a culture of innovation, integrity, and excellence. But we're not content with just being great; we strive for greatness in every aspect of our work.
• People Development: At GSF we strive to continually develop our people to prepare us all for the needs of tomorrow.
• Philanthropy & Sustainability: We're committed to making a difference beyond our walls through philanthropy and sustainability efforts across all our locations around the globe.
• Extensive Benefits: Golden State Foods believes in a holistic approach to wellness focusing on the whole person with benefits that support those needs.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Our company values diverse perspectives and is committed to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace where every person is supported and empowered to thrive.

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