Production Lead

HelloFresh

Phoenix, AZ

On-site

Who this role is best for

Aimed at senior production professionals who can lead teams and adapt to varied shifts in a food manufacturing environment.

Best fit for

Candidates with prior leadership experience in manufacturing or food production settings
— “Proven leadership skills and the ability to foster teamwork.”
Individuals with a background in quality assurance or safety protocol adherence
— “Model best practices for GMP, SQF, and PPE policies.”
People who can thrive in a dynamic, mission-driven company culture
— “Inclusive, collaborative, and dynamic work environment within a fast-paced, mission-driven company.”

Things to consider

The role requires full-time commitment and the ability to work overnight shifts occasionally
— “Full-time status with varied shifts; overtime may be required.”
Candidates must be physically capable of lifting 25 lbs regularly and 50 lbs occasionally
— “be able to regularly lift 25 lbs and occasionally up to 50 lbs.”

How to stand out

Emphasize your ability to maintain a clean, safe work environment in your application
— “Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work environment.”
Demonstrate your attention to detail by emphasizing accurate data tracking and reporting
— “Track line counts and report performance metrics accurately.”
Include examples of training or coaching others in company policies or procedures
— “Train new hires on SOPs and coach existing staff on company policies.”

Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · TeamLevel · Mid

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What success looks like

maximum productivity
safety
team performance metrics
new hire training

Typical background

Production LeadTeam Lead

Skills & requirements

Required

Production Line GuidanceTeam CoachingGMP, SQF, PPE PoliciesSops TrainingProduction Data TrackingClean And Safe Work EnvironmentDefective Materials Reporting

Preferred

Assembly And Single-piece FlowPositive Employee RelationsProduction Duties

Stack & domain

AssemblySingle-piece FlowSopsGMPSQFPPE PoliciesLeadershipCommunicationTeamworkProblem-solvingManufacturingProductionSafety

About the role

Original posting from HelloFresh

Job Summary: As a Lead Production Associate, you will guide and coach your team on the production line to ensure maximum productivity and safety. Working alongside your colleagues, you'll model best practices for GMP, SQF, and PPE policies while collaborating closely with supervisors.
Shifts Available:
Monday & Tuesday, Thursday & Friday - 7:00am to 5:30pm
Thursday to Sunday - 7:00pm to 5:30am
You will...
Guide and instruct team members on tasks like assembly and single-piece flow.
Foster positive employee relations through respectful communication.
Track line counts and report performance metrics accurately.
Train new hires on SOPs and coach existing staff on company policies.
Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work environment.
Identify and report defective materials or safety concerns to Quality Assurance.
Perform production duties alongside the team as needed.
Update production data in the computer system (requires basic typing skills).
Prepare ingredients using tools like food scales and measuring cups when required.
You have...
Proven leadership skills and the ability to foster teamwork.
Strong time management skills to keep the team on task and meet deadlines.
Clear and diplomatic communication style.
Basic math proficiency (fractions, multiplication, etc.).
High school diploma/GED and ideally 1+ year of related experience.
You are...
Full-time status with varied shifts; overtime may be required.
Must be 18+ years old and able to read/write/speak English.
Commitment to working full shifts (no partial shifts).
You’ll get…
Competitive hourly rate, 401K company match that vests immediately upon participation
Generous PTO and additional sick leave
Comprehensive health and wellness benefits with options at $0 monthly, effective first day of employment
Up to 85% discount on subscriptions to HelloFresh meal plans (HelloFresh, Green Chef, Everyplate, and Factor_)
Access to Employee Resource Groups that are open to all employees, including those pertaining to BIPOC, women, veterans, parents, and LGBTQ+
Inclusive, collaborative, and dynamic work environment within a fast-paced, mission-driven company that is disrupting the traditional food supply chain
Work Environment and Physical Demands
You will work in a fast-paced manufacturing area with temperatures between 10º and 40ºF. This role requires standing and walking for 10-12 hours per shift. You must be able to regularly lift 25 lbs and occasionally up to 50 lbs.
This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities. However, the Company reserves the right to adjust, modify, or reassign work tasks and responsibilities as needed to meet changing business needs, operational requirements, or other factors.
Arizona Pay Range$21.25—$21.25 USD

Source: HelloFresh careers