Production Crew Leader – 2nd shift

Benchwood Foods; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Benchwood Foods is seeking a motivated Food Manufacturing Crew Leader to oversee daily production operations and lead a team in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.

The role focuses on safety, quality, productivity, and compliance with food safety standards while supporting team development and achieving operational goals. Candidates should have 2+ years in food manufacturing and experience guiding teams, with strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years of food manufacturing experience preferred.
• Previous leadership or team lead experience preferred.
• Knowledge of GMPs, HACCP, and food safety practices.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to stand and conduct repetitive work for extended periods in a refrigerator environment and lift up to 60 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support production team members during assigned shifts.
• Ensure production goals, quality standards, and safety requirements are met.
• Enforce GMP, HACCP, sanitation, and company policies.
• Train and coach employees on procedures and performance expectations.
• Monitor workflow, troubleshoot issues, and communicate with management.
• Complete production and quality documentation accurately.

Skills

Leadership

Team leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

We are seeking a motivated Food Manufacturing Crew Leader to oversee daily production operations and lead a team in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for ensuring safety, quality, productivity, and compliance with food safety standards while supporting team development and operational goals.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support production team members during assigned shifts.
• Ensure production goals, quality standards, and safety requirements are met.
• Enforce GMP, HACCP, sanitation, and company policies.
• Train and coach employees on procedures and performance expectations.
• Monitor workflow, troubleshoot issues, and communicate with management.
• Complete production and quality documentation accurately.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years of food manufacturing experience preferred.
• Previous leadership or team lead experience preferred.
• Knowledge of GMPs, HACCP, and food safety practices.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to stand and conduct repetitive work for extended periods in a refrigerator environment and lift up to 60 pounds.