Job Description:
Make Every Run CountDo you love the rhythm of a well-run line? Join us in Manteno, IL as a full-time, contract-to-hire Food Manufacturing Line Lead (Bakery) and guide daily operations where safety, quality, and output meet. Openings are available on 1st and 2nd shift.
Why You’ll Succeed:
You coach teams in real time—assigning stations, rotating tasks, and setting a safe, efficient pace.
You spot bottlenecks early and resolve operator-level equipment issues before they ripple.
You care about the data: output, downtime, and material usage, all captured accurately with centerline documentation.
You partner with QA to meet GMP, food-safety, and quality expectations—every batch, every time.
Your Core Responsibilities:
Lead daily bakery production on the floor.
Train new hires on responsibilities, safety procedures, quality standards, and processes.
Coordinate workstation assignments, rotations, and breaks.
Oversee production flow and address bottlenecks or operator-level equipment issues.
Conduct safety checks; report unsafe acts or conditions.
Collaborate with Quality Assurance to meet established food-safety and quality standards.
Maintain accurate production records (output, downtime, material usage, centerlines).Verify correct materials and recipes on the lines.
Work with warehouse teams on material availability and inventory.
Track production information; communicate KPIs to the team.
Escalate machinery issues, shortages, safety concerns, and production challenges to supervisors/management.
Provide ongoing coaching and direction to employees.
Support continuous improvement tied to safety, quality, productivity, and efficiency.
Must-Haves:
High school diploma or equivalent.2–3 years of experience in food manufacturing or similar manufacturing.
Leadership, training, and coaching experience on a production floor.
Mechanical aptitude for operator-level troubleshooting.
Knowledge of GMP and food-safety; solid math skills.
Ability to read and follow work instructions, recipes, SOPs, and production requirements.
Clear communication and teamwork; strong documentation skills.
Comfort working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Ability to lift up to approximately 50 lbs. and stand or walk for extended periods, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Availability to work up to six days per week as needed.
Nice-to-Haves:
Hands-on food manufacturing experience.
Experience with bakery equipment: baggers, mixers, packaging lines, or similar machinery.
Bilingual abilities.
Technical certification related to mechanical equipment.
Compensation, Shifts & Status
Pay:
$24.00–$28.00 per hour.1st Shift: Approximately 5:00 AM–2:30 PM.2nd Shift: Approximately 2:00 PM–10:30 PM.
Assignment: Full-time, Contract-to-Hire.
Benefits:- Upon Eligible Client HireHealth, dental, and vision coverage effective from day one.401(k) with company match.
- Paid time off.
- Growth and development opportunities.
- Additional benefits.
- Professional Strengths That Set You Apart
- Leadership / People Management
- Continuous Improvement
- Food and Beverage Manufacturing
- Manufacturing Instruction (MI)FDA Regulations
- Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
- Supervisory Experience
- Production Optimization
- Coaching and Mentoring Experience
- Operational Metrics & KPI ManagementERP & MRP Systems
- Inventory Management & Control
- Workplace Safety & EHS Management
- Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
- Tools You’ll UseERP Software
- If you’re ready to lead from the front—balancing people, process, and performance—this is where your impact will be felt every shift.
