Production Lead / Lider de Produccion-Food Manufacturing - Bilingual Preferred

Location: Tampa, FL 33614
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 5:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour
Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

We are seeking a reliable and motivated Production Lead to oversee daily production operations in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for directing production employees and machine operators, ensuring production goals are met, maintaining food safety and quality standards, and supporting a safe and productive workplace.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct production employees and machine operators on assigned production lines.
• Conduct pre-shift meetings covering production goals, schedule updates, food safety, and workplace safety.
• Verify line setup, equipment readiness, and pre-operational inspections before production begins.
• Monitor production output, staffing, and downtime to ensure daily production targets are achieved.
• Assist with production duties as needed, including lifting and stacking products weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Enforce GMPs, HACCP, SQF, food safety, quality, and company policies.
• Complete and verify production records, HACCP monitoring logs, and required documentation.
• Identify and report food safety, quality, equipment, and safety concerns immediately.
• Coordinate with Maintenance to address equipment issues and follow through until resolved.
• Enforce Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures and safe work practices.
• Train new and existing employees and document on-the-job training.
• Communicate attendance, performance, and conduct concerns to management.
• Ensure production areas are clean, organized, and prepared for sanitation at the end of each shift.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of food manufacturing experience preferred.
• Previous lead, supervisor, or team leadership experience preferred.
• Knowledge of GMPs, HACCP, SQF, and food safety practices.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English.
• Basic math skills for production counts and inventory tracking.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a manufacturing environment.
• Forklift and pallet jack experience preferred.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay
• Opportunity for growth and advancement
• Stable, year-round employment
• Fast-paced team-oriented environment

Apply today to join a growing food manufacturing company where safety, quality, and teamwork drive success.