Processing Lead - Night shift

Vital Farms; Springfield (MO); Remote; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) + 3% match

Free eggs and staff discounts

Job summary

Vital Farms is hiring a Processing Crew Lead to bridge local farms to grocery stores. You will manage workflow, assign duties, and lead operators across a 12‑hour shift with day and night rotations.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement in a fast‑paced warehouse environment. The position requires leadership experience, English fluency for safety, and the ability to lift up to 60 lbs.

Qualifications

• Must be able to speak, read and write in English for safety and food quality.
• 1 year of work experience in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Able to frequently lift and/or move up to 60 lbs.
• Able to be certified to operate a forklift or pallet jack.
• Proven experience in leadership/supervisory roles.
• Strong people skills and ability to deal with all levels of employee and management groups.
• Knowledge of set ups, operations, adjustments to equipment or machinery.
• Proficient computer knowledge: Excel, Outlook, Word, Powerpoint, and designated inventory system.

Responsibilities

• Organize workflow by assigning responsibilities and preparing schedules.
• Set daily/weekly/monthly objectives and communicate to employees.
• Lead and develop operators, creating equipment and system ownership.
• Coordinate with shift supervisors and managers to regulate production and meet goals.
• Evaluate job performance of operators.
• Ensure all personnel safety and food safety procedures are followed.
• Drive continuous improvement of waste elimination.
• Anticipate problems and make quick decisions under time pressure.
• Perform all jobs on the lines and coach others in work.
• Lead daily direction setting meetings when required.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Excel

Math skills

Forklift certification

English proficiency

Supervision experience

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Word

PowerPoint

Inventory system

Job description

Finding the right place to grow your career isn’t (over) easy, so we’re here to help by sharing a few reasons why the grass is greener at Vital Farms. We think you’ll appreciate our focus on Conscious Capitalism, which drives business decisions that benefit all our stakeholders (leading to even better business results). You might be drawn to our innovative approach and refusal to settle for the “way things have always been done.” Or you could find it exciting to grow your skills while working for an industry-leading brand. Whether you’re into our values, our brand, or our egg‑cellent puns, we hope you’ll join our Crew and help us change the world 108 square feet at a time! At Vital Farms, we’re proud of the diverse communities we serve and the stakeholders who help bring our purpose to life. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative environment where every crew member feels valued. We see this as one of our greatest strengths - and your role is key to helping us build on it.

As a Processing Crew Lead at Vital Farms, you will...

This role at Egg Central Station (ECS) is critical in bridging the gap from local family farms to grocery stores for our consumers. You’ll be on your feet during each twelve-hour shift, moving, lifting, loading and working with air-conditioned and sunlight-filled warehouse. Finding the right place to grow your career isn’t (over) easy! But here at Vital Farms, we hope you will join our crew and help us change the world 108 square feet at a time!

2-2-3 schedule:

• Week 1: 2 days on / 2 days off / 3 days on
• Week 2: 2 days off / 2 days on / 3 days off

Shifts:

• Night Crew - 6pm to 6am

Pay Rate

• Day Crew- $22.25 per hour
• Night Crew - $22.25 per hour (+ $3.00 Shift Differential)

What You'll Do

• Organize workflow by assigning responsibilities and preparing schedule
• Set daily / weekly / monthly objectives and communicate to employees
• Lead and develop operators, creating equipment and system ownership
• Work directly with shift supervisors and managers to regulate production and meet goals
• Evaluate job performance of operators
• Ensure all personnel safety and food safety procedures are followed rigorously
• Drive continuous improvement of waste elimination
• Anticipate problems and make quick decisions under time pressure
• Must be able to perform all jobs on the lines and be able to coach others in work
• Lead daily direction setting meetings when required
• Provide verbal and/or written recommendations to supervisor concerning problems or issue

What You Bring To The Table

• Must be able to speak, read and write in English for safety and food quality reasons
• 1 year of work experience in a production and or manufacturing environment
• You’re able to frequently lift and/or move up to 60lbs
• You’re committed to following all personal safety requirements rigorously.
• Be flexible and execute other duties and production tasks required.
• Basic math skills (adding, subtracting, basic division)
• Ability to work without direct supervision
• Able to be certified to operate a forklift or pallet jack
• Able to perform quality/procedural checks as well as operate equipment.
• Proven experience in leadership/supervisory roles.
• Strong people skills and ability to deal with all levels of employee and management groups. both on site and remote.
• Demonstrate strong accountability, consistency and follow-through skills.
• Have knowledge of set ups, operations, adjustments to equipment or machinery
• Proficient computer knowledge: Excel, Outlook, Word, Powerpoint, and designated inventory system.
• Follow all Vital Farm’s policies, procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices
• You’re no hero – You know the power of teamwork and celebrate the work of others before your own.
• You give a sh*t – You believe in acting like an owner and making Vital Farms a place to be proud of.
• You raise the standards – You know growth can be hard, but you strive to improve yourself and others each day.
• You can walk in someone else’s boots – You seek to understand other’s viewpoints and think that you get to better answers by sitting on the same side of the table.
• You don’t walk on eggshells – You’re not afraid to leave the bullsh*t behind and have honest conversations.
• We recognize that talent comes in many forms. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. You may have strengths we haven’t yet considered!

What We Bring To The Table

• A fast-paced, energetic, remote environment with passionate people who are leading a movement to bring ethically produced food to the table.
• Competitive pay and benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, and Paid Parental Leave, just to name a few).
• Generous retirement contributions: 401(k) + 3% Contribution from Day 1.
• Free eggs (yes, really!), along with friends and family discounts.
• Fun team SWAG that will make you the talk of the town.
• Professional development opportunities and an amazing team dedicated to your growth.

Who We Are

Vital Farms, a Certified B Corporation, offers a range of ethically produced foods nationwide. Started on a single farm in Austin, Texas, in 2007, Vital Farms became a national consumer brand that works with 600 family farms and is the leading U.S. brand of pasture-raised eggs by retail dollar sales. Vital Farms’ products, including shell eggs, butter, hard-boiled eggs, and liquid whole eggs, are sold in over 24,000 stores nationwide. Vital Farms’ ethics are exemplified by its focus on the humane treatment of farm animals and sustainable farming practices. In addition, as a Delaware Public Benefit Corporation, Vital Farms prioritizes the long‑term benefits of each of its stakeholders, including farmers and suppliers, customers and consumers, communities and the environment, crew members, and stockholders. In short, we exist to improve the lives of people, animals, and our planet through food.

Commitment to Equal Opportunity

To fulfill Vital Farms mission of bringing ethically produced food to the table, we’re committed to building teams that reflect diverse perspectives and lived experiences. We believe that when all crew members feel valued and respected, they bring their best ideas forward - fueling innovation, belonging, and shared success. We strive to create a welcoming environment rooted in equal opportunity and encourage individuals from all backgrounds and experiences to apply.

To that end, we make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business need. Vital Farms does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender and gender identity, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, marital status, age, national origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Ready to Join Us?

Together, we’re cultivating an environment where every Crew member can thrive, grow, and know they’re part of something bigger - improving lives through ethical food. If this role sounds like the right fit for you, we’d love to hear from you! Even if you don’t meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply - you might be exactly what we need!

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Please Note: This position is designated as remote within the United States; however, we are currently unable to employ individuals residing in the following states: Alaska, Hawaii, Mississippi, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, West Virginia and Wyoming