Production Lead

Universal Pure; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Pure is seeking a Team Leader to oversee HPP associates in Lincoln, Nebraska. The role includes managing production activities, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and motivating the team to reach production targets. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.

The candidate should have experience in a fast-paced environment and possess a high school diploma or GED. The position will require adaptability and the ability to work in cold temperatures for extended periods.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a cold storage environment.
• Machine operator experience is desired.
• Experience working in a team environment.
• Ability to meet daily deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven satisfactory attendance.
• Must be flexible with work schedule and duties.

Responsibilities

• Assign associates to work rotations and tasks.
• Supervise employees to ensure compliance with GMP and safety regulations.
• Assist Supervisor with work schedules and product runs.
• Train and hold associates accountable for safety and processes.
• Motivate team members to meet production goals.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication skills

Time management

Problem-solving skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Position Purpose

The Team Leader is a leader for our HPP associates. They are responsible for carrying out and delivering the expectations and customer demands set by the HPP manager and HPP Supervisor. Team leaders oversee the manufacturing activities and undertake a combination of physical and mental work that ranges from filling out paperwork and filing reports to managing production assembly lines and helping their team complete orders. Team leaders are strong communicators who can motivate a team to achieve certain targets and have great time‑management and problem‑solving skills.

Brief Description

All shifts available: Monday‑Friday

• 1st Shift: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM
• 2nd Shift: 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM
• 3rd Shift: 10:00 PM – 6:00 AM

Major Tasks, Responsibilities, and Key Accountabilities

• Assign all associates to work rotations, machines, and daily tasks.
• Responsible for communicating and executing work assignments to meet set expectations by the department and customer requirements.
• Supervise employees during shift to ensure they are following GMP and safety regulations.
• Assist the Supervisor with planning work schedules and product runs.
• Train and hold associates accountable for department, QA, safety, and company processes and procedures.
• Complete the required paperwork for the department and ensure all paperwork submitted by associates is complete and accurate.
• Required to communicate with leadership, QA department, and USDA.
• Handle any minor tasks related to your role.
• Maintain excellent attendance and punctuality for an hourly role.
• Monitor progress and track it.
• Motivate team members to meet production goals.
• Examine completed work (in‑process and finished goods) to detect defects and verify conformance specifications.
• Collaborate with machine operators, supervisors, and management to ensure progress and time frame for orders.

Additional Responsibilities

• Report any issues to the supervisor immediately.
• Communicate changeovers with the quality department and production team to ensure a third‑party verification has taken place.
• Label changeovers.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a cold storage environment.

Qualifications

• Machine operator experience is desired.
• Experience working in a team environment.
• Display ability to meet daily deadlines and work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proven satisfactory attendance.
• Must be flexible with work schedule and job duties in a changing work environment.
• Good communication skills (read, write, speak).
• Proven legible writing skills.
• High school diploma or GED.

Working Conditions

• This is largely a static role with standing; the ability to perform repetitive bending, standing up, and the ability to lift 10‑35 lbs. repetitively and up to 45 lbs. occasionally is required. Must also be able to push or pull up to 250 lbs. on rollers occasionally.
• This role operates in a wet and cold/refrigerated environment (around 35 degrees F) located within a manufacturing, warehousing, and production type facility. Must be able to withstand cold temperatures for 8‑12 hours a day.

This facility may process, pack, and store products containing allergenic food ingredients as referenced by the FDA. Team members who may come in direct contact must be able to work with these ingredients.

Universal Pure Is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer