Packhouse Lead

Job Posting: Packhouse Lead

THE ROLE

The Packhouse Lead supports the Packhouse Supervisor by coordinating daily packing operations; directing and training Packhouse Production Assistants and Packhouse Machine Operators; promoting employee and food safety; and maintaining production flow, product quality, accurate documentation, and clear communication.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Tier 1 Responsibilities

Team Leadership and Training

• Train and manage Packhouse Production Assistants and Packhouse Machine Operators on packing procedures, quality standards, and safe product handling.

• Lead by example to maintain a positive and productive work environment.

• Monitor and motivate the team to meet or exceed packing targets.

• Provide general coaching and feedback to improve individual and team performance, and escalate concerns to the Packhouse Supervisor when necessary.

Employee and Food Safety Compliance

• Follow the facility GMPs.

• Execute daily processes that enforce food safety protocols and maintain compliance.

• Support the efforts of the company to maintain our food safety system and quality programs.

• Report GMP, food safety policy, and workplace safety or OSHA violations to the Packhouse Supervisor to help maintain a safe and productive work environment.

• Ensure proper cleaning and sanitation of packhouse equipment, workstations, and storage areas.

• Monitor for signs of plant disease or cross-contamination and report concerns to the Packhouse Supervisor.

• Understand the documentation required for each process and accurately complete QC Verifications, PRLs, and temperature logs.

Production and Efficiency

• Maintain smooth production flow by coordinating with line backers and runners and ensuring an appropriate supply of products and materials.

• Oversee accurate execution of daily production schedules and coordinate with the Packhouse Supervisor when adjustments are needed to meet order requirements.

• Manage seamless changeovers between SKUs to minimize downtime and support continuous packing operations.

• Work with Packhouse Machine Operators to ensure proper equipment setup and operation, including Marco machine settings.

• Track productivity measures, including pack times, case counts, and production efficiency, and routinely share progress with the Packhouse Supervisor.

Coordination and Communication

• Collaborate with the Harvest/QC Lead to maintain a steady product supply for packing.

• Coordinate with the Packhouse Supervisor and Harvest Lead to establish efficient break and lunch schedules.

• Communicate daily with the Packhouse Supervisor about production performance, employee efficiency, and equipment troubleshooting.

• Manage the creation and staging of boxes to support daily production needs.

• Prepare pack lines at the end of each shift to ensure readiness for the following day.