Meat Processing Team Lead — FIFO, Training & Safety

Boar's Head Brand; New Castle (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Boar's Head Brand in New Castle, IN is seeking a Lead Person to oversee a specific production area with focus on safety and efficiency. You will manage daily scheduling, relay information to operators, and ensure FIFO product rotation while meeting customer service standards.

Ideal candidates will think proactively, work well under pressure, support supervisors, train others, and troubleshoot issues as they arise. Compliance with GMP, SOPs, and plant policies is required.

Qualifications

• Must have leadership experience in a manufacturing/food production environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form.
• Comfortable working in a cold, damp environment.
• Ability to lift 50–75 pounds and stand for extended periods.
• Willingness to work Monday–Friday with weekend shifts as production requires.
• Experience with forklift and familiarity with Oracle systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execute tasks assigned by department supervisor/manager.
• Operate and help maintain equipment in the assigned area.
• Report problems to Supervisor and suggest efficiency improvements.
• Train and develop other employees as a team player.
• Assist Supervisor in identifying issues and coaching staff.
• Follow GMP, SOP, safety rules and company policies.
• Follow written and oral instructions and ensure accurate record keeping.
• Verify orders, invoices, and manifests; perform cycle counts and inventory control.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Tools

Forklift experience

Oracle

Job description

Boar's Head Brand in New Castle, IN is seeking a Lead Person to oversee a specific production area with focus on safety and efficiency. You will manage daily scheduling, relay information to operators, and ensure FIFO product rotation while meeting customer service standards.

Ideal candidates will think proactively, work well under pressure, support supervisors, train others, and troubleshoot issues as they arise. Compliance with GMP, SOPs, and plant policies is required.