Warehouse Team Lead-Night Shift

Newly Weds Foods; Dyersburg (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Newly Weds Foods in Dyersburg, TN seeks a Warehouse / Production Team Lead to oversee line functions, operate equipment efficiently, and drive OEE and quality standards.

Under Area Supervisor, you schedule work orders, coordinate line operators, and act as a proxy in absence. You'll support safety, training, and daily crew logistics.

This role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to GMP, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced food production environment.

Qualifications

• Experience leading front-line teams in manufacturing.
• Strong communication and shift coordination.
• Knowledge of GMP and safety practices.
• Ability to monitor KPIs and improve throughput.

Responsibilities

• Oversee line functions and ensure production goals are met.
• Coordinate work orders and guide line operators.
• Troubleshoot minor equipment issues and liaise with maintenance.
• Complete production reports accurately and on time.
• Manage daily crew logistics and timekeeping.
• Maintain safety policies and glove/eye protection compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Team coordination

Operational excellence

Safety compliance

GMP awareness

Job description

Job Summary

The Warehouse / Production Team Lead operates in a team-based environment, overseeing all aspects of line functions to produce high-quality products at prescribed standards. This role is responsible for efficiently operating assigned equipment, maximizing line efficiency, maintaining KPIs (including OEE and Quality Standards), and minimizing material waste and production loss. Under the direction of the Area Supervisor, the Team Lead ensures day-to-day operations are completed properly, safely, and in a timely manner. This position acts as an operational proxy in the Area Supervisor’s absence, coordinating work order scheduling and guiding line operators.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Operational Efficiency and Equipment Management

• Operates assigned equipment efficiently to meet production goals and prescribed standards.
• Overlooks all line functions, manages day-to-day workflow, and assists with work order scheduling and coordination.
• Troubleshoots technical deficiencies and communicates effectively with maintenance personnel regarding recurring issues and repair needs.
• Completes all required written and electronic production reports accurately and on time.

Job Summary

The Warehouse / Production Team Lead operates in a team-based environment, overseeing all aspects of line functions to produce high-quality products at prescribed standards. This role is responsible for efficiently operating assigned equipment, maximizing line efficiency, maintaining KPIs (including OEE and Quality Standards), and minimizing material waste and production loss. Under the direction of the Area Supervisor, the Team Lead ensures day-to-day operations are completed properly, safely, and in a timely manner. This position acts as an operational proxy in the Area Supervisor’s absence, coordinating work order scheduling and guiding line operators.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Operational Efficiency and Equipment Management

• Operates assigned equipment efficiently to meet production goals and prescribed standards.
• Overlooks all line functions, manages day-to-day workflow, and assists with work order scheduling and coordination.
• Troubleshoots technical deficiencies and communicates effectively with maintenance personnel regarding recurring issues and repair needs.
• Completes all required written and electronic production reports accurately and on time.

Front-line Leadership and Team Coordination

• Assists the Area Supervisor in managing tasks to hit daily goals and improve department morale.
• Serves as operational support and provides necessary oversight in the Area Supervisor’s absence.
• Trains new employees and provides ongoing support, technical knowledge, motivation, and advice to line staff.
• Promotes a team-based culture, encouraging collaborative effort and supportive attitudes among workers.
• Manages daily crew logistics, including timekeeping, break tracking, and shift rotation schedules.
• Communicates daily with the Area Supervisor to adjust, improve, or implement changes ensuring operational success.

Safety and Compliance

• Complies with and enforces all plant safety policies, regulations, and proper GMP compliance.
• Ensures team members are supplied with necessary protective gear, including safety glasses and gloves.
• Participates in investigations for safety, environmental, or quality incidents and assists the Area Supervisor with accident reporting.
• Reports any issues affecting the floor—such as material shortages, defects, or product changes—to management immediately.
• Flexes into various operational capacities as needed, including moving supplies, handling discard, and filling in for teammates.