Production Lead I- 2nd Shift

Maker's Pride; Grand Rapids (ND); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Production Lead to oversee and train a team of production employees. This role emphasizes leadership and quality assurance, ensuring both employee safety and product excellence. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and organizational skills, with a foundational understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles. Join a company that values continuous improvement and employee development, offering a competitive wage and a supportive work environment. If you're ready to make an impact in the manufacturing sector, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Short & Long-term Disability

Bonuses Opportunities

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Fundamental understanding of Lean Manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Guide and train production employees on the assigned production line.
• Coordinate quality checks and maintain employee safety.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational Skills

Multi-tasking

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office Suite

SAP

Job description

Grand Rapids - H1, 3061 Shaffer Avenue, Kentwood, Michigan, United States of America Req #5243

Friday, April 4, 2025

2nd Shift Position

Hours: 2nd Shift 2:55pm- 11PM (M-F) And every other weekend

Weekend work is required.


Who We Are:

With over 11,000 employees at 43 production facilities in the US, Canada and Europe, Hearthside Food Solutions is one of the fastest growing food companies and the industry’s largest contract manufacturer. Our secret to success? Our people. We know an investment in our people is an investment in our company. By empowering employees through skill development and career advancement opportunities, we emphasize a culture of continuous improvement – both for the business and our people.

What We Offer:

We offer a competitive wage and wide array of benefits including: • health/dental/vision insurance • flex spending accounts • short & long-term disability • paid holidays and vacation • bonuses opportunities (referral, production, etc.).

Job Summary

Guide and train production employees and coordinate quality checks on assigned production line.

Job Duties:

• Demonstrated leadership abilities and will be responsible for training and directing 12-40 employees
• Maintain employee and product safety
• Production & Quality conscientious
• Monitor usages and paperwork

Personal Attributes:

• Self-motivated
• Personable
• Influential
• Organized

Ability to:

• Follow-up
• Be Punctual and Outgoing
• Communicate and work well with others in a plant environment
• Successfully multi-task
• Ensure collaborative relationships with industry, trade, other associations, regulatory agencies and company staff
• Trouble Shoot
• MS Office Suite and SAP preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Stand, walk, climb stairs on a frequent basis
• Must be able to lift 20 pounds on a frequent basis.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 2 years of experience working in a manufacturing environment
• Fundamental understanding of Lean Manufacturing

Interested in the Production Lead role? Apply now for consideration.

Equal Opportunity Employer. If you need assistance applying, please contact Human Resources.

• Grand Rapids - H1, 3061 Shaffer Avenue, Kentwood, Michigan, United States of America