Production Technician

Position: Production Technician 4
Position Summary The Line Lead (PT4) is an hourly, experienced Production Technician who coordinates day-to-day work and trains crew members within an assigned production area — Extraction, Blending/CIP, Filler, Labels, Packaging, or Drumming. Working under the direction of the Production Supervisor, the Line Lead keeps the area running smoothly, on schedule, and in compliance with quality and food-safety standards. As a designated On-the-Job Training (OJT) lead, this role plays a key part in certifying new hires and cross-training crew members on the four-crew rotation.

Shift Availability = Day

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Coordinate daily work in the assigned area under the direction of the Production Supervisor, helping the crew hit the production plan for the shift.

Confirm orders and production plans — product types, quantities, and specifications — are accurate before the run starts.

Help coordinate the shift's operational schedule so production and quality stay on target and on time.

Watch production and operating reports during the shift; flag and help resolve equipment, process, or quality issues to avoid delays.

Inspect machines and equipment in the assigned area for proper operation; report issues to maintenance and/or the Production Supervisor.

Serve as a designated On-the-Job Training (OJT) lead — train and certify new hires and cross-train crew members on SOPs for the assigned area.

Observe crew members' work to confirm they're following standard operating procedures; coach on the spot when they're not.

Confirm the correct materials (bottles, boxes, labels, etc.) are being used for the products running that shift.

Confirm the correct information is on bottles and boxes, and that samples have been provided to Quality  the Production Supervisor's absence, help address crew concerns and escalate unresolved issues to the Production Supervisor.

Help motivate the crew to hit production and quality goals.

Retrieve, verify, and record accurate production data for the shift.

Follow and enforce Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) every shift.

Understand and comply with SQF, USDA, and HACCP standards, and follow all SQF, Organic, and Non-GMO procedures to prevent cross-contamination.

Immediately report any unsafe condition or act that could jeopardize food or employee safety; take action to correct it if it's safe to do so.

Follow and help enforce company policies and safety regulations.

Confirm equipment is used correctly and help maintain a safe work environment.

Other duties as assigned, with or without notice.

Team Coordination Coordinates the work of 5–15 Production Technicians within an assigned area (Extraction, Labels, Filler, Packaging, Blending/CIP, or Drumming) on one crew of the four-crew rotation. This is a lead role, not a formal supervisory role — the Line Lead directs and trains the day-to-day work of the crew but does not independently hire, discipline, or terminate.

Train and certify crew members as a designated OJT lead.

Plan, assign, and direct the day's work within the assigned area.

Help address crew questions and concerns, escalating to the Production Supervisor as needed.

Education and Experience High school diploma or GED, plus at least 1 year of related production experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Demonstrated proficiency in the assigned production area (Extraction, Labels, Filler, Packaging, Blending/CIP, or Drumming) is required; prior experience training or mentoring others is a plus.

Language Skills Able to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; able to write routine reports and correspondence.

Able to speak effectively one-on-one and in front of a group of…