Production Operations Lead

Job Description

Job Description

Title : Production Operations Lead

Location : Columbia, SC

Hire Type : Direct-Hire, Onsite

Compensation : $130,000 - $145,000 / year (plus bonus)

Benefits : PTO, Paid Holidays, Medical / Dental / Vision Plans, 401(k)

Must-have Skill Set : Leadership experience in production processes, workflow planning, and operational controls.

Job Summary :

The Production Operations Lead oversees day-to-day manufacturing activities, including production, equipment support, and facility hygiene in a food processing facility. This role ensures consistent output, maintains workforce readiness, supports quality and safety standards, and drives process improvements across the plant.

Job Duties :

• Manage production operations and support functions to ensure steady, compliant, high-quality output.
• Oversee manufacturing processes, methods, and procedures to maintain efficiency and accuracy.
• Partner with quality teams to resolve product issues and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain appropriate staffing levels, support training, and conduct performance evaluations.
• Promote positive employee relations through communication, engagement, and conflict resolution.
• Participate in leadership meetings, audits, and compliance reviews; execute corrective actions.
• Assist with investigations into product or process concerns and contribute to root-cause analysis.
• Ensure a safe, clean, and compliant work environment.
• Communicate operational updates and challenges to senior leadership.
• Support logistics coordination and provide accurate operational data for reporting and budgeting.
• Oversee small capital projects and assist with safety and environmental initiatives.
• Collaborate with technical resources to identify process gaps and implement best practices.

Qualifications :

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

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