Production Lead

Lyons Magnus; Westlake (OH); On-site; USD 32,373 - 37,195; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k) plan

Long Term Disability

Sec.125

Job summary

Lyons Magnus in Westlake, OH is seeking a full-time Production Operator to monitor and support line performance in a GMP manufacturing facility. Shift is 1:45 pm–12:00 am, Monday–Friday with occasional Saturdays; OT and weekend work may be required.

Compensation ranges $23.50–$27.00 per hour plus shift differential. Qualified candidates will train operators, handle labeling, generate reports, and help maintain safe, clean production areas while meeting quality standards.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience in a high‑volume manufacturing facility.
• Ability to read English-language recipes, instructions and documentation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong troubleshooting and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Monitor processing and packaging line performance to support safe, efficient, and quality production.
• Train line operators on safe, efficient, and quality operating procedures.
• Provide coverage for processing and packaging operators during breaks, absences, or special production runs.
• Operate and support production equipment, including cooks, fillers, downline packaging equipment, and material‑handling equipment.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized work areas in accordance with GMP and safe food‑handling policies.
• Assist production personnel with troubleshooting and issue resolution to reduce downtime and support productivity.
• Report safety, maintenance, equipment, personnel, scheduling, or productivity concerns to the Production Supervisor and submit work order requests when needed.
• Assist operators with equipment cleaning and verify that equipment is thoroughly detailed.
• Ability to lead up to ten (10) employees.
• Generate and verify production labels using approved labeling software.
• Prepare and submit production reports documenting issues that affect production lines.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Technical knowledge

Communication skills

Problem solving

Leadership

Time management

Attention to detail

MS Office

Math skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalency

Tools

RedZone

Microsoft Dynamics AX

Job description

Lyons Magnus leads the food industry with creativity and innovation, crafting top‑quality products across all manufacturing phases, from raw materials to marketing. With over 2,000 diverse items for industrial ingredient and food service sectors, Lyons serves leading restaurant chains nationally and internationally.

Job Type: Full‑time

Pay Range: $23.50 – $27.00 per hour + shift differential

Hours: 1:45 pm – 12:00 am

Schedule: Monday – Friday, occasionally Saturdays (must be willing to work OT and weekends)

Location: Westlake, OH

Position Type: Full Time

Travel Requirements: None

Work Environment: Production Environment within a Manufacturing Facility

Core Responsibilities

• Monitor processing and packaging line performance to support safe, efficient, and quality production.
• Train line operators on safe, efficient, and quality operating procedures.
• Provide coverage for processing and packaging operators during breaks, absences, or special production runs.
• Operate and support production equipment, including cooks, fillers, downline packaging equipment, and material‑handling equipment.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized work areas in accordance with GMP and safe food‑handling policies.
• Assist production personnel with troubleshooting and issue resolution to reduce downtime and support productivity.
• Report safety, maintenance, equipment, personnel, scheduling, or productivity concerns to the Production Supervisor and submit work order requests when needed.
• Assist operators with equipment cleaning and verify that equipment is thoroughly detailed.
• Ability to lead up to ten (10) employees.
• Generate and verify production labels using approved labeling software.
• Prepare and submit production reports documenting issues that affect production lines.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong technical knowledge of production equipment and mechanical troubleshooting.
• Effective verbal and written communication, problem‑solving, and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage time, organize work, and adjust priorities in a fast‑paced production environment.
• High attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate documentation.
• Ability to tolerate high‑temperature and humid working conditions while performing job duties safely.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong mathematical skills.

Required Qualifications:

• Ability to read and understand English‑language recipes, instructions, and documentation.
• Accurately enter information into RedZone.
• 3‑5 years’ experience in a high‑volume manufacturing facility.

Preferred Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalency.
• Prior experience in a food manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with RedZone and Microsoft Dynamics AX (DAX).
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Additional Information

Our compensation program is designed to attract, motivate, and retain the very best people. Lyons Magnus offers a comprehensive benefits plan that include Health, Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Sec. 125, 401(k) plan, and more.

Lyons Magnus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories.

This organization participates in E-Verify.