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Line Lead

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JESSUP, MD
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Job overview

The Line Lead supports the Team Lead with hands-on leadership and operational support for packing associates. The role helps keep assigned lines efficient, safe, clean, and organized; guides associates during shifts; and identifies problems and suggests performance improvements. It also assists with training, onboarding, packing procedures, shift changeovers, and daily task completion.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

TeamworkLeadershipCommunicationAttention to DetailProblem SolvingSafety and Sanitation ProceduresMultitaskingEnglishBilingualStanding for Long PeriodsLifting Up to 50 LbsRepetitive Tasks

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDSome College CourseworkLeadership Training1+ Years Production or Packing ExperienceFood Production Leadership ExperienceBasic Food Safety or OSHA CertificationAuthorized to Work in the United States

Full job description

JOB SUMMARY

The Line Lead is responsible for supporting the Team Lead by providing hands-on leadership and operational support to packing associates. This role ensures that designated lines run efficiently and safely while maintaining cleanliness and organization. The Line Lead is expected to proactively identify problems and suggest performance improvements to the Team Leader.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Assist Team Lead in managing daily activities on assigned lines

  • Ensure line is clean, organized, and operating safely

  • Provide guidance and direction to packing associates during shifts

  • Monitor line performance and suggest improvements

  • Communicate any issues or concerns to the Team Lead

  • Assist in training and onboarding new associates

  • Ensure packing procedures are followed for quality and efficiency

  • Support shift changeovers and completion of daily tasks

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent; Some college coursework or leadership training

Experience

1-2 years of experience in a production or packing environment

Experience in a leadership or team support role in a food production setting

Basic food safety or OSHA certification preferred

Skills

  • Strong teamwork and leadership abilities

  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively

  • Attention to detail and problem-solving skills

  • Knowledge of safety and sanitation procedures

  • Capable of multitasking in a fast paced environment

  • English required; bilingual preferred

Physical Demands

  • Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job

  • Ability to stand for long periods, lift up to 50 lbs., and perform repetitive tasks

  • Cold production floor, exposure to machinery, produce

Decision Making Authority

  • Delegation of basic tasks to packing associates

  • Reporting issues to Team Lead

  • Monitoring and maintaining safety and cleanliness standards

  • Changes to line operations or staff assignments

  • Escalation of disciplinary or quality concerns

  • Implementation of any procedural changes

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT:

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law. This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.

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