Lead Packaging Operator - Food Manufacturing Team Leader

Culture-Fresh-Foods,-Inc.; Naugatuck (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Culture Fresh Foods Inc. in Naugatuck, CT is seeking a Packaging Machine Operator Lead to supervise packaging lines, operate equipment safely, and enforce GMP/SQF standards. You will coordinate daily work, train new staff, complete production documentation, and escalate issues to the Production Supervisor.

The schedule is Monday through Thursday, 4PM–2:30AM, with flexibility to cover other days as needed. This role requires strong communication, teamwork, and the ability to lead a diverse crew

Qualifications

• : High school diploma or GED.
• : 2-3 years of experience in a production or manufacturing environment strongly preferred.
• : Previous lead or supervisory experience preferred.
• : Demonstrated ability to train, coach, and direct employees.
• : Strong communication, organizational, and problem solving skills.
• : Ability to read, comprehend, and follow instructions and complete written documentation accurately.
• : Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and the ability to compute rates.
• : Effective verbal communication skills and ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.
• : Forklift experience is a plus.
• : Team-oriented with a positive, professional attitude.
• : Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is preferred to support effective communication, training, and direction of employees and temporary staff.
• : Must pass a company pre-employment background, physical, and drug screen prior to commencing work.

Responsibilities

• Operate packaging equipment according to safety, quality, and productivity standards.
• Assemble, disassemble, clean and sanitize equipment per manufacturer and Company guidelines.
• Palletize finished goods for storage and distribution.
• Accurately complete production documentation.
• Provide day-to-day leadership and direction to Packaging Machine Operators, Palletizers, and temporary employees to ensure production goals are achieved.
• Organize daily work assignments and manage temporary employees to ensure efficient staffing and workflow.
• Monitor packaging and palletizing operations to ensure products are manufactured safely, efficiently, and in compliance with quality standards.
• Train, onboard, and mentor new employees on packaging equipment, palletizing procedures, GMPs, food safety requirements, and safe work practices.
• Ensure all Company policies, GMP, SQF requirements, food safety standards, sanitation procedures, and safety rules are followed. Address performance or compliance concerns promptly and escalates issues to the Production Supervisor when appropriate.
• In the absence of the Production Supervisor, serve as the Senior Production Leader for production by coordinating production activities, making routine operational decisions, and escalating significant issues to Management.
• Perform any other tasks assigned by the Production Supervisor.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Culture Fresh Foods Inc. in Naugatuck, CT is seeking a Packaging Machine Operator Lead to supervise packaging lines, operate equipment safely, and enforce GMP/SQF standards. You will coordinate daily work, train new staff, complete production documentation, and escalate issues to the Production Supervisor.

The schedule is Monday through Thursday, 4PM–2:30AM, with flexibility to cover other days as needed. This role requires strong communication, teamwork, and the ability to lead a diverse crew