Lead Material Handler: Production Lead & Safety Mentor

Champion-Foods; Gaffney (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Champion Foods LLC in Gaffney, SC is seeking a working lead for our production team. You will assist the supervisor, direct line workflows, ensure safety, train material handling staff, and drive continuous improvement in quality and efficiency.

This role offers growth opportunities in a fast-paced bakery environment, with potential weekend work, exposure to FDA/USDA standards, and collaboration with HR for staff development.

Qualifications

• Experience with manufacturing operations and production leadership.
• Knowledge of GMPs, HACCP, FDA, USDA, and OSHA requirements.
• Strong mentoring, training, and team-development skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; able to use enterprise software and databases.

Responsibilities

• Assist the supervisor in monitoring production lines and scheduling.
• Direct workflow on assigned lines and oversee associates’ safety and quality practices.
• Train new material-handling staff on equipment operation and safety standards.
• Ensure compliance with FDA/USDA and regulatory changes; document issues and report to management.

Skills

GMPs

HACCP

FDA

OSHA

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Office

Inkling

Oracle

Job description

Champion Foods LLC in Gaffney, SC is seeking a working lead for our production team. You will assist the supervisor, direct line workflows, ensure safety, train material handling staff, and drive continuous improvement in quality and efficiency.

This role offers growth opportunities in a fast-paced bakery environment, with potential weekend work, exposure to FDA/USDA standards, and collaboration with HR for staff development.