Team Lead -- Beloit

HB Specialty Foods; Beloit, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $2,500

Annual bonuses up to $3,000

PTO and Sick Time

Medical insurance

Dental, vision, FSA/HSA

401(k) matching up to 4%

Parental leave (40 hours)

Tuition reimbursement

Team-focused environment

Job summary

HB Specialty Foods is seeking a Production Lead for the Blending team in Beloit, WI. The role combines on-floor leadership with process improvement to drive efficient production and GMP compliance. The position requires a hands-on approach, coaching staff, and coordinating with logistics and purchasing to meet daily goals.

The starting wage is $19 per hour with a day shift (5am–1:30pm). Benefits include bonuses, PTO, overtime as needed, and opportunities for growth in a family-owned environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year management experience in manufacturing.
• High School Diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Set and meet effective goals for the production team.
• Maintain safe, clean, and organized workspace.
• Resolve first-level operational issues and escalate as needed to supervisor/manager.
• Daily evaluation of staffing schedules to ensure production activities are completed.
• Ensure all food safety and GMP requirements are met and maintained.
• Follow all standard operating procedures and OSHA safety requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Safety compliance

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

Job description

JOIN HB SPECIALTY FOODS TODAY!

Immediate Team Lead Opportunity

Team Leader – Blending

Day Shift – 5am to 1:30 pm

Starting at $19 / hour

Bonuses Benefits Paid Time Off Overtime Available as Needed

HB Specialty Foods is hiring Production Associates to help make quality food products in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. We are a family-owned, growing company that values teamwork, reliability, and employees who want to learn and grow. If you are dependable, hardworking, and ready to be part of a strong team, we’d love to meet you!

Why Join HB Specialty Foods?

• Competitive pay with annual longevity raises
• Earn up to $2,500 in sign-on bonuses
• Earn up to $3,000 in bonuses each year
• Vacation starts at 80 hours annually and increases with years of service
• 40 hours of sick time awarded annually
• 9 paid holidays each year
• Medical insurance available the first of the month following 30 days of employment
• Dental, vision, FSA/HSA available the first of the month following 90 days of employment
• 401(k) Matching up to 4%
• Paid Parental Leave (40 hours)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Team-focused environment with opportunities to learn and grow

Job Summary:

The Production Lead position is responsible for a variety of different production duties. This person will provide operational leadership and collaboration with logistics, warehouse, purchasing, and facility production areas. He or she will help drive continuous improvement processes and develop new strategies for continual improvement.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Set and meet effective goals for the production team.
• Maintain safe, clean, and organized workspace.
• Resolve first-level operational issues and elevate them as necessary to the Production Supervisor or Manager.
• Daily evaluation of staffing schedules to ensure all production activities are completed.
• Ensure all food safety and sanitation requirements are met and maintained.
• Ensure all aspects of production meet or exceed our Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s).
• Ensure all standard operating procedures are followed.
• Ensure all production operations and personnel are following OSHA safety requirements.
• Handle training of new employees on the production floor.
• Communicate with supervisors about production schedules and customer orders.
• Monitor status of all production areas as assigned.
• Operate forklifts to move, pull, load and unload materials.
• Use handheld scanning devices and inventory management system daily.
• Complete all other duties and responsibilities as assigned or required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must be punctual and self-motivated.
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced and high-intensity environment.
• Proven ability to manage, direct, and develop personnel.
• Excellent communication skills at a cross-functional level (i.e. throughout the company).
• Proficient with computer applications; MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and the Internet.
• Must be able to perform physical requirements of the position including walking, standing, stooping and Climbing.
• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds without restriction, using proper safety methods.
• Must be extremely detail oriented.
• Must be able to work in a facility that handles allergens including but not limited to; wheat, soy, egg, milk,.
• Ability to work in open environments, exposed to pungent odors and varying climates.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Minimum 1 year management experience in manufacturing.
• High School Diploma or GED required.

HB’s Vision:

To positively impact the lives of our families, partners, and communities for future generations by leading innovation in the food chain.

HB’s Mission:

To develop and deliver the best food solutions for people and planet.

Values:

• COLLABORATION
• QUALITY
• INTEGRITY
• APPRECIATION
• KINDNESS
• SAFETY

HB Specialty Foods is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. HB Specialty Foods will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and feel you need a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the ADA, please contact us at 208-606-7238.