1st Shift Bakery Floor Lead - SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE $2,500
$49,920–$58,240 year
On-siteManteno, Illinois, United States
Job Summary
Conduct daily bakery floor operations by managing team assignments, assigning workstations, and ensuring strict adherence to safety protocols, OSHA regulations, and GMPs. Monitor production processes to verify product quality, troubleshoot equipment issues, and maintain accurate records of outputs, downtime, and material usage. Coordinate employee breaks and shift rotations to sustain workflow, while training new staff on job responsibilities and safety guidelines. Address operational bottlenecks, verify recipe accuracy, and share key performance indicators to drive continuous improvement. This role requires up to six days per week in a manufacturing environment with variable temperatures and loud machinery.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum of 2–3 years of experience as a production worker in food manufacturing or a similar environment
- Strong understanding of mechanical devices
- Troubleshooting skills
- Ability to perform routine maintenance
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work effectively in a team
- Must have completed GMPs and company food safety programs training
- Must have good mathematical skills
- Ability to read and follow instructions
- Capability to work in variable temperatures
- Capability to handle physical tasks like lifting up to 50 lbs
- Compliance with safety requirements, including PPE such as safety footwear, hearing protection, and safety glasses
- Standing or walking for extended periods
- Must be available for up to six (6) days of work per week
Desired Qualifications
- Technical certification in mechanical equipment
- Bilingual
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