Production Lead

Bay Valley Foods, LLC; Northlake (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits

Wellness program enrollment

Paid holidays and vacation

Inclusive working environment

Career growth opportunities

Employee recognition programs

Job summary

TreeHouse Foods is seeking a Production Lead to guide a morning shift in our Northlake facility. You will train staff, allocate resources, and work with QA to ensure quality and compliance. The role requires 2-3 years in a lead capacity within manufacturing and familiarity with SAP-based workflows.

The position offers a full-time schedule with 10-12 hour shifts, and opportunities for career growth in a diverse, safety-driven environment.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in a manufacturing lead capacity.
• Knowledge of production scheduling and QA processes.
• Ability to use SAP and related systems for data capture and reporting.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Train and guide personnel in their duties.
• Assign staff and allocate resources to meet daily goals.
• Collaborate with QA to ensure product quality and compliance.
• Complete end-of-shift reports and documentation.
• Monitor quality standards across production lines.
• Coordinate handovers and communicate key issues.

Skills

Leadership

Production operations

SAP transactions

Quality control

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Tools

SAP

Alchemy Systems

Job description

Employee Type

Full time

Location

TX Northlake

Job Type

Production Operations

Job Posting Title

Production Lead

About Us

TreeHouse Foods is a leading manufacturer of private label packaged foods and beverages, operating a network of over 20 production facilities and several corporate offices across the United States and Canada.

At TreeHouse Foods, our commitment to excellence extends beyond our products and revolves around our people. We are investing in talent and creating a performance-based culture where employees can do their best work and develop their careers, directly impacting our mission to make high quality, affordable food for our customers, communities, and families.

We hope you will consider joining the team and being part of our future.

Named one of America's Best Large Employers by Forbes Magazine, we are proud to live by a strong set of values and strive to "Engage and Delight - One Customer at a Time".

Guided by our values-Own It, Commit to Excellence, Be Agile, Speak Up, and Better Together.

We are a diverse team driven by integrity, accountability, and a commitment to exceptional results.

We embrace change, prioritize continuous learning, and foster collaboration, transparency, and healthy debate.

Together, we set each other up for success to achieve enterprise-wide goals.

What You Gain

• Competitive compensation and benefits program!
• Enrollment in our wellness and employee assistance programs!
• Paid holidays, vacation, and other competitive paid time off opportunities!
• An inclusive working environment where you can build meaningful work relationships with a diverse group of people
• Leaders who are invested in supporting your career growth.
• Opportunities to be recognized for outstanding contributions to your team through our employee recognition programs.

Job Description

• Train and guide personnel in their respective duties and responsibilities.
• Communicate and enforce company policies and guidelines.
• Assign staff and allocate resources to meet daily production goals.
• Collaborate with QA to ensure product quality and compliance, reporting any discrepancies.
• Complete end-of-shift reports and required documentation.
• Monitor and maintain quality standards throughout production and processing lines.
• Coordinate with supervisors and peers to sustain efficient operations.
• Communicate shift handovers, including key issues, risks, and achievements.
• Perform SAP transactions and reconciliations accurately.
• Manage rework product disposition and proper material handling.
• Track and report rework consumption in daily meetings.
• Ensure consistent product movement and material flow through production.
• Coordinate material delivery and movement planning with Production, Quality, and Supervisory teams.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Important Details

The position is a full-time permanent role on morning shift which operates from 6:00am to 6:30pm on a 2-2-3 continental schedule.

About You

• 2-3 years of experience in a manufacturing lead capacity required.
• Knowledge of tools, machines, safety precautions in an industrial/ manufacturing setting.
• Ability to use knowledge, creativity, and initiative in recommending or implementing improvements in efficiency or safety of the work area.
• Critical thinking and ability to communicate effectively.

Education

• Required: High School Diploma and one year of related work experience
• Preferred: Bachelor's Degree (B.A. or B.S.)

Personal & Professional Skill Set

Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and consistently follow through on commitments. Committed to continuous personal and professional growth and improvement. Self-starter with strong resourcefulness and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Encourages open communication and promotes a collaborative, problem-solving environment. Passionate about sustainability and supporting environmentally responsible practices. Proven training and coaching abilities with experience delivering group presentations and team development sessions. Proficient in computer systems and digital tools, including data entry, record keeping, SOP creation, Alchemy systems, and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint). Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to effectively interact with diverse teams and departments. Proactive and accountable, taking ownership of equipment, production lines, personnel, and continuous improvement initiatives. Team-oriented professional with a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and commitment to collaboration and accountability. Highly detail-oriented with the ability to accurately record, track, and document operational data. Flexible and dependable, able to work off-shifts, weekends, and extended hours (10-12-hour shifts) as needed. Skilled in managing and resolving conflict constructively while maintaining a positive work environment. Capable of thriving in a fast-paced production setting, effectively prioritizing multiple tasks simultaneously. Dedicated to fostering and maintaining a positive workplace culture that reflects company values and promotes teamwork.

Disability Assistance and EEO Considerations

At TreeHouse Foods, we embrace diversity and inclusion for innovation and growth. We are committed to building inclusive teams and an equitable workplace for our employees to bring their true selves to work to help us "Engage and Delight - One Customer at a Time". TreeHouse Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contact [e-mail]

Company Overview

TreeHouse Foods is a private label food and beverage leader focused on customer brands and custom products. When customers partner with TreeHouse they can expect access to an industry-leading portfolio, strategic vision, on-trend innovation and insights, world-class supply chain, operational excellence and flexibility, collaborative approaches, and dedicated customer service. Our strategy is to be the leading supplier of private label food and beverage products by providing the best balance of quality and cost to our customers. We engage with retail grocery, food away from home, and industrial and export customers, including most of the leading grocery retailers and foodservice operators in the United States and Canada. Our portfolio includes a variety of shelf-stable, refrigerated, and snack products. Customers can expect comprehensive flavor profiles including natural, organic, and preservative-free ingredients in many categories and packaging formats. TreeHouse Foods is best known for food and beverages produced by our two largest businesses Bay Valley Foods, LLC (including E.D. Smith and Sturm Foods) and TreeHouse Private Brands. With more than 10,000 employees in over 26 plants across the United States and Canada, TreeHouse Foods is based in Oak Brook, Illinois.