Shift Team Leader - Manufacturing (2pm-10pm)

agoc; Lockhart (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ziegenfelder Company is seeking a Team Leader for the 2pm-10pm shift in Lockhart, TX. This role requires leading production teams, ensuring safe, efficient operations, and maintaining quality across our frozen treats portfolio.

You will drive a team in line with our values, support safety and quality initiatives, verify paperwork, and participate in training and performance management. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3 years of experience in a management or leadership role preferred, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• 2-3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment highly preferred.
• Ability to motivate and lead in a fast-paced environment.
• Mechanical or operational background, in addition to the above qualifications, is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervising production teams in absence of Supervisor to ensure safe and efficient operation of production lines, producing quality Ziegenfelder treats for delivery to customers.
• Leading and driving a team in a manner consistent with Ziegenfelder Values.
• Supporting Safety, Quality and the Operation Teams to produce and package quality Ziegenfelder treats.
• Ensuring that environmental and safety expectations are followed during the shift and that exceptions, needs or opportunities are addressed and shared via our Event Management application.
• Verifying production paperwork to confirm completion, and accuracy, of raw material usage logs, metal detector calibrations, and product quality checks.
• Undertaking proper corrective/preventive actions when there is a safety, quality or defective product event.
• Functions as an Operator on days Supervisor is present.
• Completes production dashboard in the absence of the Supervisor.
• Follows all GMP and SQF procedures and practices.
• Assists in training of new personnel and managing team member performance.
• Ensures quality and food safety standards of products are met.
• Assists Maintenance to ensure machines are in proper operational condition and troubleshooting.

Skills

Leadership

Team motivation

Manufacturing experience

Safety awareness

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Ziegenfelder Company is seeking a Team Leader for the 2pm-10pm shift in Lockhart, TX. This role requires leading production teams, ensuring safe, efficient operations, and maintaining quality across our frozen treats portfolio.

You will drive a team in line with our values, support safety and quality initiatives, verify paperwork, and participate in training and performance management. Equal opportunity employer.