Production Lead; Packaging 3rd Shift
Listed on 2026-05-16
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Manufacturing / Production
Production Manager, Manufacturing Production, Manufacturing Engineer, Packaging Engineer
Overview
Are you ready for your next adventure? At Oregon Freeze Dry, innovation isn’t just a buzzword, it’s our foundation. We are a purpose driven company with six decades of expertise in freeze-drying technology. Best known as the makers of Mountain House © meals, we are experts in advanced lyophilization solutions that can help people live healthier lives. Our headquarters in Albany, Oregon sits at the crossroads of science and nature, surrounded by landscapes that fuel bold ideas and transformative breakthroughs.
We’re driven by a commitment to quality, creativity, and continuous improvement, and we’re always looking ahead. If you’re passionate and ready to make an impact, Oregon Freeze Dry isn’t just a place to work, it’s where your adventure begins.
Processing Production Lead to support daily operations by reinforcing standard work, safety, and quality expectations while helping teams stay aligned with production goals. This role serves as a resource across multiple lines or production rooms, focusing on coordination, observation, issue identification, and timely escalation to supervision to ensure smooth and effective operations.
Responsibilities- Support packaging line operations including equipment setup, changeovers, and material flow.
- Ensure correct labeling, coding, sealing, and packaging quality standards are met.
- Monitor line efficiency, downtime, and material availability.
- Identify, document and escalate issues impacting throughput, waste, or finished product quality.
- Support production teams on the floor by reinforcing standard work, safety, and quality expectations.
- Act as first on scene for safety, quality, or process incidents by stabilizing the situation, gathering initial facts, and escalating promptly to supervisors.
- Observe daily operations to anticipate staffing, material, or process needs and flag potential risk.
- Lead and support team members in daily execution of tasks.
- Monitor compliance with PPE, food safety, and quality standards.
- Identify workflow issues, inefficiencies, or risks and escalate with clear, factual information.
- Assist across lines or production rooms within assigned area to maintain output and product quality.
- Communicate clear instructions and provide timely updates on production room statuses.
- Support standardized start-of-shift routines, task organization, and workflow coordination.
- Record production data accurately and report anomalies or trends.
- Participate in problem-solving efforts and support the implementation of continuous improvements.
- Provide hands-on assistance during staffing gaps or peak production periods.
- Provide day-to-day direction and support to Team Members and Operators.
- Reinforce standard work and expectations through ongoing coaching and timely feedback.
- Support onboarding and training of new employees.
- Foster an inclusive, safe and respectful work environment.
- Provide support and ensure compliance with OFD policies and procedures.
- Champion OFD culture.
Hourly pay: $34.50
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 3rd Shift (10:45pm – 7:15am)
Environment- Frequent exposure to extreme temperatures
- Noise level in the work environment can be loud
- Exposure to various food allergens
- Constant requirement to stand, walk, climb, push, pull, reach, carry, lift and twist
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and push or pull heavier with assistance
OFD contains office, manufacturing and outdoor work spaces; the position requires the ability to walk, stand, climb, bend and twist, see, hear and talk, and use hands to operate tools. The role may involve varied temperatures and food allergens and being comfortable at various heights.
Qualifications- Generally, a minimum of four (4) years of experience in food manufacturing or related field, with a high school diploma; an associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Generally, a minimum of one (1) year of indirect leadership experience.
- Working knowledge of food manufacturing processes, SOPs, GMPs, and safety standards.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to share expectations clearly and provide collaborative, constructive feedback.
- Strong sense of ownership and accountability for team performance and…
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