Processing Lead: Ops Coach & Shift Leader

versovacareers; Platteville (CO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Regular performance reviews

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA with company match

Paid time Off

Paid Holidays

401K with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Versova is seeking a Processing Lead in Platteville, CO to oversee processing operations, Breaking Room Operations, Tanker Bay operations, and assist Transfer Room activities. This role requires knowledge of all plant positions to train, coach, and direct staff, ensuring production schedules and quality standards are met.

The Lead will train and mentor staff, manage product flow, operate CIP systems, and collaborate with USDA inspectors to uphold safety and quality.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of leadership experience.
• 2+ years of food processing or equivalent experience.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to drive a shag truck and back in trailers.
• Physical ability to lift 50 lbs., twist, bend, and work in various climate conditions.
• Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage processing operations
• Perform, monitor, and document hourly quality checks
• Coordinate morning equipment setup and end-of-run washdown procedures
• Manage product flow to meet schedules and customer specifications
• Operate, monitor, and troubleshoot Clean-in-Place (CIP) systems
• Ensure equipment cleanliness and readiness for quality inspections
• Fill in for all processing positions where needed
• Train, coach, and direct employees across various plant positions
• Collaborate with other departments to foster a unified team environment
• Communicate effectively with USDA on-site inspectors, management, and quality control teams
• Enforce and follow safety rules and policies
• Assist with Transfer Room activities as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Leadership experience

Food processing

Fast-paced environment

Strong communication

Shag truck operation

Physical stamina

Night/weekend availability

Job description

Versova is seeking a Processing Lead in Platteville, CO to oversee processing operations, Breaking Room Operations, Tanker Bay operations, and assist Transfer Room activities. This role requires knowledge of all plant positions to train, coach, and direct staff, ensuring production schedules and quality standards are met.

The Lead will train and mentor staff, manage product flow, operate CIP systems, and collaborate with USDA inspectors to uphold safety and quality.