Lead- Production

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Topeka, KS, USA
In-Office
Mid level
Food • Hospitality
Proud Sponsor of Good Times
The Role
Coordinate and monitor production line operations to ensure products meet company specifications, maintain safe operation and housekeeping, supervise and motivate staff, report production variances, participate in hiring and performance reviews, and enforce safety and Good Manufacturing Practices in a refrigerated food production environment.
Summary Generated by Built In

General Summary: Coordinates production line operations at a food manufacturing plant.


Benefits and Culture 

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to help employees live a healthier life, build rewarding careers and save for the future. Reser's offers choices whenever possible, because we recognize the diverse and ever changing needs of our employees. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, AD&D, life, 401(k) with discretionary match, wellness programs, paid holidays and vacation time to name few!

We strive to be your Employer of Choice. As one of our five cornerstones, this means that we go all-out to create an environment where people choose a lasting career because Reser’s care about their personal development & safety, and delivers a rewarding work experience. 

Visit our website to learn more about our competitive benefit programs - https://www.resers.com/careers/#benefits


Principal Duties and Responsibilities

1. Confirms products are manufactured according to company specifications.

2. Observes and monitors production lines and equipment to ensure safe operation.

3. Maintains employee communication and control of production activities.

4. Motivates staff to increase or maintain efficient production levels.

5. Communicates and reports to management when there is variance from regular production activities.

6. Organizes and maintains departmental housekeeping.

7. Follows company safety guidelines and Good Manufacturing Practices.

8. Participates in interview processes and makes hiring recommendations. 

9. Participates and contributes in annual performance reviews and makes recommendations on pay increases, disciplinary actions.

10. Attends and participates in supervisory meetings. 

11. Regular attendance and punctuality is required due to working with people, items and equipment that are at the facility.


Job Specifications

1. 2-5 years Food Manufacturing experience is required.

2. English/Spanish bilingual is a plus.

3. Forklift experience is a plus.


Working Conditions

1. Refrigerated food manufacturing plant.

2. The environment may be wet or dry and temperatures may range from 25°F to 110°F.

3. Repetitive lifting, kneeling, and bending with packages in excess of 40 lbs.

4. Requires walking and standing for long periods of time.

5. Production demands may require overtime and/or evening or weekend scheduling.


Recipe for Success

Reser’s is the leading provider of fresh refrigerated deli salads, side dishes, and prepared foods for the supermarket, club store, and food service industries. Family owned and operated, Reser’s has been a proud sponsor of good times at racetracks, picnics, BBQs, music festivals, and affordable family meals since 1950. Reser’s family of brands include Reser’s American Classics, Main St Bistro, Stonemill Kitchens, and more. With more than 4,500 employees, Reser’s operates 14 facilities in the US, Mexico, and Canada and actively supports the communities it serves. 

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Skills Required

  • 2-5 years food manufacturing experience
  • Experience supervising or coordinating production line operations
  • Ability to work in refrigerated environments, perform repetitive lifting (packages over 40 lbs), kneeling, bending, and stand/walk for long periods; available for overtime/evening/weekend scheduling
  • Knowledge of and adherence to company safety guidelines and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
  • English/Spanish bilingual
  • Forklift experience

Reser's Fine Foods Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Reser's Fine Foods and has not been reviewed or approved by Reser's Fine Foods.

  • Healthcare Strength Health coverage is described as comprehensive, bundling medical, dental, vision, and prescription with 24/7 telemedicine and virtual counseling from day one. Wellness and prevention programs and an employee assistance program further bolster care access.
  • Affordable Benefits Plans are presented with lower out-of-pocket costs than national averages and are bundled under one premium through a national provider. Employees can also access discounts on health-related products and services via the provider network.
  • Retirement Support The company offers a 401(k) with a discretionary annual employer match alongside profit sharing and both defined benefit and defined contribution pension plans. These elements strengthen long-term savings beyond base wages.

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The Company
HQ: Beaverton, OR
1,381 Employees
Year Founded: 1950

What We Do

Reser’s is the leading provider of fresh refrigerated deli salads, side dishes, and prepared foods for the supermarket, club store, and food service industries. Family owned and operated, Reser’s has been a proud sponsor of good times at racetracks, picnics, BBQs, music festivals, and affordable family meals since 1950. Reser’s family of brands include Reser’s American Classics, Main St Bistro, Stonemill Kitchens, and more. With more than 4,500 employees, Reser’s operates 14 facilities in the US, Mexico, and Canada and actively supports the communities it serves. For a current list of all openings visit us at https://www.resers.com/about-us/careers/

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