Eugene, OR, United States
Exciting Opportunity: Join Us as a Production Lead in Eugene, OR — Urgently Hiring!
Job Title: Production Lead
Pay: $24.00/hour
Hours: Monday - Friday, 5:00 AM - 2:00 PM (Schedule may vary; some days may start as late as 7 or 8 AM, with the workday ending between 3 and 5 PM. Fridays are often shorter, while Tuesday to Thursday are typically longer.) OT as needed
Start Date: ASAP
Are you seeking a rewarding career in a hands-on role within a fast-paced environment? Join a local food production manufacturer specializing in all-natural salsas, dips, and chips, located in Eugene, OR, as a Production Lead and contribute to creating high-quality organic food products. As a Production Lead, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring production flows smoothly by coordinating various tasks and working closely with your team.
What You’ll Do:
As a Production Lead, you will be responsible for:
- Leading and coordinating daily activities of production staff — including production, quality, and sanitation.
- Ensuring safety, efficiency, and on-time completion of daily production goals.
- Monitoring team performance, providing coaching, and taking corrective action when needed.
- Training and mentoring team members on equipment, food safety, and standard operating procedures.
- Ensuring strict adherence to food safety, GMPs, and quality standards.
- Being accountable for setup, changeovers, downtime management, and documentation.
- Verifying ingredient usage, monitoring lot tracking, and performing quality assurance checks.
- Working alongside your team, and leading by example on the floor.
- Fostering a respectful, motivated, and high-performing team environment.
- Supporting inventory management and production planning.
What You’ll Bring:
The ideal candidate for this role will have:
- Strong leadership experience in food production (preferred).
- A positive attitude, strong work ethic, and a team-first mindset.
- An impeccable attendance record.
- The ability to manage multiple priorities in a time-sensitive environment.
- Sharp attention to detail and high standards for quality.
- Comfort performing and training all production tasks.
- The ability to lift 50 lbs, stand for long periods, and move with a purpose.
- Experience with GMPs, HACCP, or food safety regulations.
- Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, digital forms) are a plus.
Why Join Us in Eugene?
- Supportive team culture where your contributions make a difference.
- Enjoy affordable health and prescription coverage after just 30 days of employment.
- Retirement Plan available.
- A $100 referral bonus for referring a friend, as long as they work a minimum of 160 hours.
Location & Schedule:
This position is on-site in Eugene, OR, with varying shifts as described above.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you’re ready to launch a rewarding career as a Production Lead in Eugene, apply today or contact our recruiting team to learn more. Don’t wait, we’re hiring now! #STEUG