Night Shift Production Lead (3rd Shift) — Food Manufacturing

Van Drunen Farms; Crown Point (IN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

Bonus potential

Benefits eligible

Job summary

Van Drunen Farms is seeking a hands-on production team member for a full-time night shift. You will support drying, freezing, processing, packaging, and quality controls while operating and adjusting equipment to ensure safe, efficient runs.

Responsibilities include following GMPs, maintaining logs, and collaborating with teammates. Forklift experience is a plus; accurate reporting and adherence to safety standards are essential.

Qualifications

• At least one year of production experience or equivalent combination of related experience, education, and training.
• Ability to work independently, make sound decisions, and uphold safety, quality, and productivity standards.
• Basic reading, writing, and computer skills; familiarity with ERP systems, scanners, or desktop apps.

Responsibilities

• Support production operations by performing tasks related to drying, freezing, processing, sifting, grinding, boxing, re-boxing, and packaging.
• Operate, adjust, and set up production equipment for safe, efficient production runs.
• Follow GMPs, SOPs, CCP requirements, and safety procedures including PPE and LOTO protocols.
• Complete cleaning, sanitation, and scheduled maintenance to maintain food safety and equipment performance.
• Train and support team members, lead pre-shift meetings and safety stretches, communicate HR safety and operational concerns.

Skills

production experience

basic math

ERP systems

scanners/desktop apps

safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Van Drunen Farms is seeking a hands-on production team member for a full-time night shift. You will support drying, freezing, processing, packaging, and quality controls while operating and adjusting equipment to ensure safe, efficient runs.

Responsibilities include following GMPs, maintaining logs, and collaborating with teammates. Forklift experience is a plus; accurate reporting and adherence to safety standards are essential.