Production Lead - Chocolate Kitchen (1st Shift)

Russell Stover Chocolates, LLC; Corsicana (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety gear provided

Climate-controlled environment

GMP training

Job summary

Russell Stover Chocolates, LLC in Corsicana, TX is seeking a Production Lead for the 1st shift to oversee the chocolate production line from start to finish.

You will train and guide team members, ensure GMP compliance, meet production goals, and maintain accurate SAP records to support smooth operations.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and collaboration in a climate-controlled facility where employees are expected to work efficiently and adapt to changing priorities.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to read and understand rules, tape measures, scales and thermometers.
• Ability to read and understand product specifications and recognize deviations.
• Ability to routinely stand, stoop, bend, climb and lift to meet cleaning requirements.
• Ability to perform basic math functions.
• Strong analytical abilities.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and objectives.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to speak, read, and write English fluently.

Responsibilities

• Directing, monitoring, assisting and training employees assigned to a specific area, line or team per Supervisor's instructions.
• Communicating with and delegating tasks to team members.
• Operating machinery, equipment and tools in a safe and proficient manner according to standards, guidelines and instructions.
• Maintaining records, delivering, inspecting and performing all activities required of other members of the area, line or team.
• Performing clean-up activities as assigned.
• Adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) to ensure product quality and maintain compliance with food safety standards.
• Completing and following FSQA training and programs to comply with regulatory requirements, ensure consumer safety, and support the plant's food safety and quality objectives.
• Promptly reporting and taking appropriate action on any observed or potential food safety hazards, process deviations, or non-conformities by notifying the designated plant supervisor, in accordance with your role and responsibilities.
• Actively contributing to the continuous improvement of the company's Food Safety Culture through engagement and actions aligned with your role.

Skills

Reading gauges

Basic math

English fluency

Safety awareness

Communication

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Russell Stover Chocolates, LLC in Corsicana, TX is seeking a Production Lead for the 1st shift to oversee the chocolate production line from start to finish.

You will train and guide team members, ensure GMP compliance, meet production goals, and maintain accurate SAP records to support smooth operations.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and collaboration in a climate-controlled facility where employees are expected to work efficiently and adapt to changing priorities.