Group Leader Production - Shift 3 (72291)

Shift: 3rd Shift 10 pm - 6:30 am | Shift Differential $0.80 hour Position Summary The Production Group Leader serves as the primary support to the Shift Supervisor and plays a key role in leading daily production operations. This position is responsible for promoting a safe and productive work environment, supporting employee training and development, ensuring compliance with food safety and quality standards, and assisting with operational oversight throughout the facility. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with strong communication skills, manufacturing experience, and a commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement. This position reports directly to the Production Supervisor.

Key Responsibilities: Assist in leading and coordinating daily production activities to ensure safe, efficient, and quality-focused operations. Train and mentor employees on equipment operation, safety procedures, food safety requirements, and quality standards. Monitor production processes and identify opportunities for operational improvements. Communicate equipment issues, downtime, and non-standard operating conditions to management, along with recommended corrective actions. Verify production activities meet customer specifications and company quality standards. Complete production documentation, reports, and shift records accurately and timely. Support water conservation initiatives by monitoring system levels and equipment operation. Verify cleaning and sanitation (CIP) activities are completed according to schedule. Promote workplace safety and ensure employees consistently follow safety policies and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE). Report workplace hazards and support corrective action efforts. Monitor and support Critical Control Points (CCPs) and HACCP program requirements. Assist with production coverage and provide operational support as needed. Ensure compliance with food safety, quality, GMP, and personal hygiene requirements. Conduct routine plant inspections, including climbing stairs and ladders to monitor production systems. Maintain professional relationships with employees, customers, vendors, and visitors. Demonstrate dependable attendance, punctuality, and a positive leadership approach. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED required. Minimum of five (5) years of manufacturing experience, preferably in citrus, food, beverage, or related processing environments. Minimum of two (2) years of leadership or supervisory experience. Working knowledge of manufacturing equipment and production processes. Basic computer skills, including the ability to use touchscreen and production monitoring systems. Forklift certification or the ability to obtain certification. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work flexible schedules and adapt to changing business needs. Bilingual English/Spanish skills strongly preferred. Associate degree or additional technical training is a plus.

Physical Requirements: Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and manage changing priorities. Frequent walking throughout the facility, including climbing stairs and ladders. Ability to work both in production areas and office settings. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis. Ability to work under pressure while maintaining attention to detail and operational standards.

Why Join Us? Competitive pay and benefits package Leadership development and advancement opportunities Dynamic manufacturing environment with a focus on continuous improvement Opportunity to make a direct impact on production performance and employee development Team-oriented culture focused on safety, quality, and operational excellence If you are an experienced manufacturing professional with strong leadership skills and a passion for developing people, we encourage you to apply.