Production Group Leader

Ventura Foods

. Set up, inspect, operate, monitor, and clean equipment to produce products efficiently while maintaining product quality and minimizing waste .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeBirmingham • Alabama • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in operating and monitoring production equipment while ensuring compliance with food safety standards, including GMPs and SQF. Proven ability to lead production teams, manage daily operations, and effectively communicate across departments.

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Food Safety ComplianceProduction Equipment OperationLeadership in ProductionProblem Solving SkillsMechanical Aptitude

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Hard Skills

Production Equipment OperationGMP ComplianceSOP AdherenceBatch AdjustmentsProcess Safety ManagementQuality ProceduresMachine Operation QualificationLift Equipment OperationReading and Math SkillsDocumentation of Parameters

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsCooperative TeamworkDecision Making SkillsTraining and Coaching

Industry Keywords

Food ManufacturingProcess OperatorFood SecuritySQF CodeFSMAPreventive ControlsProduction Line OperationsQuality AssuranceSafety ProceduresEquipment Maintenance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Set up, inspect, operate, monitor, and clean equipment to produce products efficiently while maintaining product quality and minimizing waste
Operate all line equipment safely and efficiently
Assist in managing the production department by delegating assignments to line crew
Support the Department Supervisor, Department Superintendent, and Department Manager
Lead production-line operations by providing support, guidance, and leadership to production personnel
Ensure assigned line tasks are completed and proactively handle problems
Coordinate daily activities of the B&L, oils, ILS, and spice room departments, including staffing, rework, ingredients, batch adjustments, packaging, spice-room weighing, and processing
Ensure compliance with GMPs, SOPs, safety procedures, process safety management procedures, company policies, and quality procedures
Monitor and review process and packaging-line reports, including votator logs, filter/change-over logs, code-date verification, weight sheets, metal-detector logs, SIS logs, and seal-test forms
Operate equipment within established parameters; document parameters, incidents, and corrective and preventive actions
Ensure reports are accurate and submitted on time
Check equipment for maintenance issues and proper setup before startup
Perform minor equipment adjustments and pre-op inspections
Ensure required corrective actions are completed and documented before startup
Participate in training and evaluation of new hires, part-time employees, temporary personnel, and successful bidders
Communicate issues across departments and shifts and update the production board at shift end
Work with departments to ensure good operations, quality, and safety
Identify root causes, recommend corrective actions, and report repair needs to supervisors
Assure compliance with food safety policies, the SQF code, GMPs, FSMA, and associated preventive controls
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma/GED
3-5 years of experience
Food manufacturing experience preferred
Experience operating lift equipment preferred
Reading and math skills are required
Computer literate
Must be qualified as a machine operator on production areas, meeting all qualifications of a Process Operator
Mechanical aptitude and good hand and eye coordination
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to interpret and relay information effectively
Problem solving skills and ability to apply sound decision making skills
Ability to work and coach cooperatively and constructively with all employees
Ability to identify and report food safety and food security concerns
Must be able and willing to work different shifts as needed
Must be able and willing to work typical shifts of 8-12 hours per day, with possible additional unscheduled time after hours and on weekends
Must wear personal protective equipment as required
Physical ability to sit, stand, walk, climb, squat, kneel, push, pull, and occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds or more with assistance

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Prescription, Dental, & Vision – coverage beginning on your 1st day for eligible employees
Profit Sharing and 401(k) matching (after eligible criteria is met)
Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays
Employee Appreciation Events
Employee Assistance Programs
Career growth opportunities
Training
Safe work environment
Competitive compensation