Night Shift Operations Lead — Beverage Manufacturing

Electrolit Manufacturing USA; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Electrolit Manufacturing USA (EMUSA) operates a state-of-the-art beverage manufacturing facility in Waco, TX, with a 24/7 schedule. The Operations Shift Lead will coordinate shift activities, ensure safety, quality, and production goals, and serve as a leadership point for production team members.

NDA requirements apply due to handling sensitive information. The role requires a strong manufacturing background, 3+ years in leadership, and excellent communication across shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• 3+ years in a leadership or team lead role, with responsibility for people or process oversight.
• Strong understanding of production workflows, safety requirements, and quality standards.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively across shifts and departments.
• Fluency in English is required, Spanish a plus.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Production Supervisor to oversee shift operations and meet safety, quality, and throughput targets.
• Provide clear communication during shift handoffs, identifying ongoing challenges and opportunities.
• Conduct regular floor walks to verify compliance with safety protocols, housekeeping standards, and quality requirements.
• Assist with production line setup, batching (if applicable), execution of scheduled changeovers and operate machine if coverage is needed.
• Verify raw materials and packaging are available, accurate, and properly staged for upcoming runs; perform quality checks following changeovers.
• Maintain accurate records of production activity, including system updates (ERP/WMS/LMS) and shift reports.
• Monitor line performance, track downtime events, and elevate issues according to established procedures.
• Act as a resource and first point of contact for production team members, providing guidance and reinforcing GMP and food safety standards.
• Support supervisor in training and developing team members to enhance operational effectiveness.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, safety regulations, and all applicable legal/food safety requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Manufacturing experience

Safety compliance

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

ERP system

WMS

LMS

Job description

Electrolit Manufacturing USA (EMUSA) operates a state-of-the-art beverage manufacturing facility in Waco, TX, with a 24/7 schedule. The Operations Shift Lead will coordinate shift activities, ensure safety, quality, and production goals, and serve as a leadership point for production team members.

NDA requirements apply due to handling sensitive information. The role requires a strong manufacturing background, 3+ years in leadership, and excellent communication across shifts.