Line Lead - 1st Shift (VAS)

Universal Pure, LLC; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Production Team Lead to oversee operations in a cold storage warehouse. This role involves leading a team, ensuring safety and quality standards, and communicating effectively with staff and customers. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, experience with material handling equipment, and a commitment to maintaining a safe work environment. Join a company that values collaboration and offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and a 401(k) plan. If you're ready to take on a dynamic role in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Employer-sponsored medical, dental, vision and EAP

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Multiple medical plans

Voluntary disability plans

Culture of people development

Culture of caring and collaboration

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required with six months of material handling experience preferred.
• Experience in leading, supervising, and training associates is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate operational tasks directed by the supervisor.
• Supervise employees to ensure adherence to safety and quality processes.

Skills

Material handling equipment experience

Forklift operation

Leadership and supervision

Training associates

Warehouse management systems

Safety procedures

Attention to detail

Effective communication in English

Basic mathematical calculations

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

At Universal Pure, we're dedicated to giving people everywhere safe, fresh, and delicious food to eat and drink. We provide high-pressure processing (HPP), value-added services (VAS), and cold storage for our partners in the food industry. We are focused on safety and driven by service.

The Production Team Lead will operate in our cold storage warehouse. We will provide the necessary gear for cold conditions.

This is a 1st shift position working 6am to 3:30 PM.

Benefits offered at Universal Pure:

• Employer-sponsored medical, dental, vision and EAP
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays that start accruing your first week!
• Multiple medical plans (PPO and HDHP)
• Voluntary disability plans, accident insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, AD&D and Life insurance
• A culture of people development and internal career growth
• A culture of caring, collaboration, and respect

Production Team Lead Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead, coordinate, and prioritize the operational tasks directed by the supervisor.
• Communicate and execute work assignments to meet set expectations by department and customer requirements.
• Communicate with and perform as an assistant for all staff and departments such as the supervisors, support staff, leadership, and front-line employees.
• Communicate with customers and their needs.
• Prepare job-related paperwork.
• Escalate work-related and interpersonal issues to leadership as needed.
• Perform quality checks and report failures to the supervisor.
• Assist and coordinate training for new and current employees.
• Supervise employees to ensure they are following Safety and Quality processes and regulations.
• Be a resource for Safety, QA, and Company processes and procedures.
• Handle any minor tasks related to the duties of the position.
• Follow health, safety, and cleanliness standards.
• Excellent attendance and punctuality are mandatory for an hourly role.

Production Team Lead Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• High School Diploma/GED required
• Six months of material handling equipment/forklift experience preferred
• Experience in leading, supervising and training associates preferred
• Experience using warehouse management and inventory systems preferred
• Experience with the refrigeration, warehouse, production, or manufacturing environment preferred
• Experience with computers and Microsoft Office preferred
• Experience following safety procedures preferred
• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Ability to work a flexible schedule that includes potential overtime, weekends, and different work schedules
• Ability to communicate effectively in English
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations
• Ability to balance productivity, quality, and safety
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Production Team Lead Work Environment and Physical Demands:

• This is largely a static role withstanding, however, the ability to perform repetitive bending and standing up is also required. This would require the ability to lift 10-35 lbs. repetitively and up to 45 lbs. occasionally.
• This role operates in a wet and cold/refrigerated environment (between 38 and -20 degrees Fahrenheit) located within a manufacturing, warehousing, and production-type facility. Must be able to withstand cold temperatures for the duration of shift.

"We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or disability."

"Upon offer of employment, candidates will be asked to complete a drug screening test. The offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of this test.