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

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in operating and maintaining production equipment while ensuring compliance with GMPs, SOPs, and safety procedures. Capable of leading and training production personnel, coordinating departmental activities, and effectively communicating across shifts.

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Food Manufacturing ExperienceGMP ComplianceProcess Operator QualificationMechanical AptitudeExcellent Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Equipment OperationBatch AdjustmentsProcess MonitoringMinor Equipment AdjustmentsReading and Math SkillsComputer LiteracyProblem SolvingDecision MakingFood Safety IdentificationQuality Procedures

Soft Skills

LeadershipCoachingEffective CommunicationTeam CollaborationConstructive Feedback

Tools & Technologies

Lift EquipmentProduction EquipmentPackaging EquipmentMetal DetectorsSIS Logs

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Diploma/GED

Industry Keywords

GMPsSOPsFSMASQF CodeProcess Safety Management

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
Provide support, guidance, and leadership to production personnel
Coordinate daily department activities, including staffing, rework, ingredients, batch adjustments, packaging, spice-room weighing, and processing monitoring
Ensure employees comply 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
Maintain equipment operation within established parameters; document parameters, incidents, corrective actions, and preventive actions
Check equipment for maintenance issues and proper setup before startup
Perform minor equipment adjustments and complete pre-op inspections
Participate in training and evaluation of new, part-time, temporary, and promoted employees
Communicate issues across departments and shifts and update the production board at shift end
Identify root causes, recommend corrective actions, and report repair needs to the Supervisor
Ensure compliance with 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
Computer literacy
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 and 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
Willingness and ability to work different shifts as needed
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment
Ability to work typical 8-12 hour shifts, with additional unscheduled time after hours and on weekends possibly required

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
Training and career growth opportunities
Personal protective equipment as required by Company policy and/or legal requirements