Lead- Production

Reser's Fine Foods; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Reser's Fine Foods in Memphis, TN coordinates production line operations at a refrigerated food manufacturing plant, ensuring products are produced to company specifications and quality standards. This role emphasizes safe operation, effective staff communication, and continuous improvement.

English/Spanish bilingual ability is a plus, as is forklift experience. Occasional interviews and performance discussions are part of the role.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in food manufacturing.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.
• Forklift experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Verify products are manufactured to specifications.
• Monitor production lines and equipment for safe operation.
• Maintain clear communication and control of production activities.
• Motivate staff to sustain or improve efficiency.
• Report variances to management when deviations occur.
• Organize and maintain departmental housekeeping.
• Follow safety guidelines and GMPs.
• Participate in hiring discussions and interviews.
• Contribute to annual performance reviews and pay discussions.
• Attend supervisory meetings.
• Maintain regular attendance and punctuality.

Skills

Production supervision

Bilingual English/Spanish

Safety & GMP compliance

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

General Summary:

Coordinates production line operations at a food manufacturing plant.

Benefits and Culture

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to help employees live a healthier life, build rewarding careers and save for the future. Reser's offers choices whenever possible, because we recognize the diverse and ever changing needs of our employees. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, AD&D, life, 401(k) with discretionary match, wellness programs, paid holidays and vacation time to name few!

We strive to be your Employer of Choice. As one of our five cornerstones, this means that we go all-out to create an environment where people choose a lasting career because Reser's care about their personal development & safety, and delivers a rewarding work experience.

Visit our website to learn more about our competitive benefit programs - https://www.resers.com/careers/#benefits

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• 1. Confirms products are manufactured according to company specifications.
• 2. Observes and monitors production lines and equipment to ensure safe operation.
• 3. Maintains employee communication and control of production activities.
• 4. Motivates staff to increase or maintain efficient production levels.
• 5. Communicates and reports to management when there is variance from regular production activities.
• 6. Organizes and maintains departmental housekeeping.
• 7. Follows company safety guidelines and Good Manufacturing Practices.
• 8. Participates in interview processes and makes hiring recommendations.
• 9. Participates and contributes in annual performance reviews and makes recommendations on pay increases, disciplinary actions.
• 10. Attends and participates in supervisory meetings.
• 11. Regular attendance and punctuality is required due to working with people, items and equipment that are at the facility.

Job Specifications

• 1. 2-5 years Food Manufacturing experience is required.
• 2. English/Spanish bilingual is a plus.
• 3. Forklift experience is a plus.

Working Conditions

• 1. Refrigerated food manufacturing plant.
• 2. The environment may be wet or dry and temperatures may range from 25F to 110F.
• 3. Repetitive lifting, kneeling, and bending with packages in excess of 40 lbs.
• 4. Requires walking and standing for long periods of time.

Recipe for Success

Reser's is the leading provider of fresh refrigerated deli salads, side dishes, and prepared foods for the supermarket, club store, and food service industries. Family owned and operated, Reser's has been a proud sponsor of good times at racetracks, picnics, BBQs, music festivals, and affordable family meals since 1950. Reser's family of brands include Reser's American Classics, Main St Bistro, Stonemill Kitchens, and more. With more than 4,500 employees, Reser's operates 14 facilities in the US, Mexico, and Canada and actively supports the communities it serves.

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