Lead Production Technician — Safety & Quality Leader

The Marzetti Company; Altoona (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Marzetti Company is seeking a Lead Production Technician to coordinate activities on a production line with 10–20 associates at the Altoona, IA site. The role reports to a production manager or supervisor and may assist on other lines as needed.

Flexibility for overtime and shift hours is required to meet production requirements. Strong safety focus and teamwork are essential to drive quality and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Education and/or Experience: High school diploma or GED; 1 to 3 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and operating instructions.
• Basic math and measurement skills for rate, ratio, percent, and units of measurement.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety compliance and educate team on safety procedures.
• Coordinate activities of 10–20 associates on the production line.
• Assist on other lines as required to meet production goals.
• Monitor setup and adjustments of machines to maintain quality and output.

Skills

Safety leadership

Team supervision

Quality focus

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Manufacturing systems

Job description

The Marzetti Company is seeking a Lead Production Technician to coordinate activities on a production line with 10–20 associates at the Altoona, IA site. The role reports to a production manager or supervisor and may assist on other lines as needed.

Flexibility for overtime and shift hours is required to meet production requirements. Strong safety focus and teamwork are essential to drive quality and efficiency.