Lead Production Technician - 2nd Shift

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Full Time | Middlesex, NC, US

Salary Range: $22.00 To $24.00 Hourly

The Lead Production Technician is responsible for providing daily leadership, personnel guidance, and support for production work. They act as the primary downline lead, participating actively in the team and ensuring compliance with GMP, food safety, and physical safety standards. They interpret and apply SOPs and Good Manufacturing Practices.

• Lead, Mix Master, Production Technician and Aseptic Filler Operator positions
• Completing daily and weekly production goals
• Organizing and leading work team(s)
• Scheduling daily rotation assignments
• Demonstrate self‑direction and initiative
• Assisting with training and mentoring new hires and temporary employees
• Demonstrating flexibility and adaptability in response to changing production schedules and staffing arrangements
• Ensure downline staff is in compliance with GMP, food safety, and physical safety standards
• Assisting the Production Supervisor with employee reviews
• Effectively communicate production updates to different levels of leadership
• Observe package and product integrity
• Setup and operate printing machines as needed for various tasks
• Physically transferring packaging onto pallets following pallet configuration from order instructions
• Ensure that the correct packaging materials are being used for the product being produced
• Track and document machine/equipment downtime
• Know how to use LOTO (lockout Tagout) and apply it correctly
• Comply with company provided chemical training
• Use and apply 5S standards in all work areas
• Understand and communicate machine/line specific KPIs and report to leadership
• Own daily performance KPIs for operating production lines
• Understand and adhere to all safety guidelines and GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices)
• CIP, COP, and SIP before and after production
• Basic Math Skills
• Housekeeping/Sanitation
• Forklift duties
• Troubleshooting
• Batching and processing assistance
• Documentation monitoring and recording assistance
• Assist in allergen monitoring program

• One year of experience working with machinery in a manufacturing environment is preferred
• Understand the responsibility for the safe and efficient operation of the palletizer
• Ability to multi‑task and prioritize; strong time‑management skills with the ability to work without extensive supervision
• Has knowledge of pallet discharging conveyors
• Thorough working knowledge of all current OSHA and Safety Standards
• Attention to detail
• Must work well in teams and demonstrate behavior conducive to promoting strong teamwork
• Must possess a positive attitude in a fast‑paced production environment
• Must be punctual, on site and ready for work at scheduled hours

• High School degree or equivalent
• Forklift certification within 3 months of hire
• 1-2 years experience in a Team Lead production, batching or filler role
• 1-2 years experience in food manufacturing facility or pharmaceutical industry

• Ability to stand and walk for 10‑hour shifts
• Perform repetitive or continuous behavior including lifting 20-30 pounds
• Occasionally lift up to 50 pounds
• Frequent bending, crouching, or twisting
• Work in various adverse conditions such as tight or enclosed spaces, heights, and temperature extremes