What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Line Team Leader position at USHydrations?
Schedule: 40 hour week; Dayshift and Nightshift openings; all schedules include 1 work day on weekend.
Summary
The Production Team Lead oversees shift operations in a beverage manufacturing environment, with a strong hands-on focus on high-speed production equipment including fillers, packers, labelers, palletizers, and blow molding systems. This role leads production line activities to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality beverage production while maintaining compliance with SQF, GMP, food safety, and quality standards. The Production Team Lead develops and supports production staff and works cross-functionally to achieve productivity, efficiency, and quality goals.
Key Responsibilities
Lead daily production operations on beverage lines utilizing fillers, packers, labelers, palletizers, and blow molders
Coordinate production startups, shutdowns, and changeovers to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency
Monitor line performance and make real-time equipment adjustments to maintain quality and throughput
Ensure all product meets specification; identify, reject, and remove non-conforming product
Coordinate staffing needs with the Plant Manager to support production schedules
Onboard new production employees and communicate job expectations and performance standards
Lead training and coaching for Production employees, including equipment operation and line flow
Train team members on production documentation, reporting, and data analysis
Schedule and conduct shift meetings with Crew Managers and Management
Establish employee goals, performance expectations, and provide ongoing feedback
Assist in the development, maintenance, and enforcement of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Complete and submit accurate production and shift reports to management
Support continuous improvement initiatives to improve line efficiency, quality, and reliability
Assist team members in troubleshooting complex equipment or operational issues
Enforce safety policies and maintain a clean, organized, and safe production environment
Communicate downtime, quality issues, and production challenges across departments
Assist management with departmental and plant-wide initiatives
Report newly received chemical supplies to the Quality Control Manager for MSDS labeling
Ensure complete and accurate production reporting to the Crew Manager and Production Director
Perform other duties as assigned
In the Team Lead’s absence, responsibilities will be assumed by the Equipment Operator
Knowledge, Skills, and Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent required
5 years of experience in beverage or food manufacturing, preferably in a high-speed bottling or canning environment
Minimum of 2 years of supervisory or lead experience required
Strong working knowledge of fillers, packers, labelers, palletizers, and blow molding equipment
Ability to troubleshoot equipment issues and support optimal line performance
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and production reporting systems
Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills
Manual dexterity required to operate production equipment
Forklift experience preferred
Working Conditions
Manufacturing environment with prolonged standing, walking, bending, twisting, and reaching
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Required use of PPE, including safety glasses, hearing protection, and protective footwear
Loose clothing, sleeveless shirts, open-toe shoes, and jewelry are not permitted on the production floor