Production Lead

Line Leader

Join our dynamic bakery department where you will operate mixing machines, filling machines, and baggers. You will work collaboratively in teams of 3-4, switching between operating mixers, fillers, and grinding machines. Your role will involve transforming raw materials into a doughy product and preparing it for shipment.

Responsibilities:

• Operate and monitor mixing, filling, and grinding machines.
• Switch between different operational roles such as mixer, filler, and grinding machine operator.
• Scoop cauliflower into the grinding machine to create a fine material for dough production.
• Read and interpret batch tickets to produce dough.
• Weigh and add specific amounts of raw materials and starches to each batch.
• Operate tumblers 2-3 days a week to mix materials with starches, flour, and eggs.
• Monitor and adjust equipment including mixers, fillers, ovens, presses, baggers, and cartoners.
• Perform quality inspections and ensure GMP standards are met.
• Experience with sit-down forklifts to transport materials within the facility.
• Manually lift and move materials as required.
• Conduct visual and quality inspections to ensure product standards.

Essential Skills:

• 3+ years of experience in the food industry.
• Experience with mixing, blending, and compounding.
• GMP experience is necessary.
• Machine operation and batching experience.
• Forklift and production experience.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Lead experience in a similar role is advantageous.
• Experience with baggers, wrappers, films, cartoners, mixers, and fillers.
• Bilingual abilities are a plus.

Why Work Here?

Our company values growth and transparency. Employees have opportunities for advancement, as seen by recent promotions within the team. We offer potential certifications such as PCQI and HACCP. Our open-door policy encourages new ideas, and the CEO is approachable and treats everyone equally.

Work Environment:

The work environment includes both normal and cold temperatures, particularly in winter. Shifts available are 3rd shift (11 PM - 7:30 AM) and 1st shift (6:30 AM - 2:30 PM). There is potential for overtime, especially on Saturdays, depending on production needs.

Job Type & Location:

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Manteno, Illinois.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $25.84/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type:

This is a fully onsite position in Manteno, IL.

Application Deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 7, 2025.