Production Lead - 1st Shift

Join Bell & Evans and become part of a proud, diverse family of 1,800 team members who work together every day to produce the best chicken in the world. Our family-owned business dates back to 1894 as the oldest branded chicken company in America. Since our beginning, Bell & Evans focuses on quality and produces only premium chicken, no commodity, maintaining the highest animal welfare standards in our industry. We are an innovator that believes in transparency, uncompromising quality, service, teamwork, and honest, common-sense practices.

JOB SUMMARY

The Evis lead is responsible for overseeing the live receiving area as well as helping to keep the department flowing efficiently while maintaining quality to a high standard.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Set up and tear down department at shift start and end
• Ensure department needs are met and communicate effectively with team members
• Monitor equipment performance, quality, and food safety standards to ensure KPIs are met
• Maintain efficiency and make day-to-day operational decisions
• Be present on the floor to oversee processes and assist with training new team members in safety and food safety procedures
• Maintain consistent product and quality flow
• Contact maintenance or electronics immediately when the line is down and notify your supervisor
• Review production schedules and complete daily cadence reports on numbers and labor
• Submit work orders and communicate all concerns with maintenance, electronics, and your supervisor
• Verify correct product and order accuracy
• Support continuous improvement efforts by identifying and resolving process issues
• Lead daily stretching and huddle meetings
• Coordinate work assignments, supply orders, and necessary documentation
• Perform physical tasks as needed and ensure compliance with GMPs and PPE use
• Conduct weekly safety observations and departmental audits
• Track downtime and training
• Maintain good housekeeping standards

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Support supervisor in communicating the Company's vision, policies, and procedures to team members. Monitor team member job performance and communicate expectations to team member and keep supervisor informed of each team member's job performance.

100% of our operations are located in the small, rural town of Fredericksburg, Pennsylvania. At Bell & Evans, you can enjoy:

• Competitive pay
• Full-time schedule
• Great health benefits and on-site wellness clinics
• Athletic trainers for on-site occupational health
• Employee store with discount on Bell & Evans products
• State-of-the-art facilities and the latest technology

If you are ambitious and take pride in your work, we are the employer for you. As we continue to grow, opportunities for advancement are endless!