PACKING LEAD (STARTING $22.50/HR)

Job Title: Packing Lead - 2nd Shift Location: Shirley, MA Employment Type: Full-time Compensation: Starting rate of $22.50 per hour Position Summary The Packing Lead oversees the weighing, packaging, and labeling of leafy greens products while supporting efficient operations and adherence to good manufacturing practices. This position operates scales and packaging equipment, palletizes finished cases according to customer specifications, and provides leadership and direction to department personnel. Duties and Responsibilities - Manage the flow of harvested lettuce through conveyor belts and scales into finished goods. - Place cartons and lids onto production lines while maintaining the pace of the machinery. - Ensure labels and lot/date codes correspond to the lettuce being harvested for the shift. - Read scales and verify case weights according to customer specifications. - Maintain a steady supply of corrugated boxes to the filling stage of the packaging process. - Stack finished corrugated cases onto wooden pallets. - Safely lift and carry up to 30 pounds. - Ensure the efficient operation of weighing equipment, including Ishida scales. - Set up production equipment at the beginning of the shift. - Train and motivate department personnel. - Supervise department personnel in a fair and consistent manner. - Work overtime, weekends, or other shifts as required. - Adjust equipment as necessary to optimize packing-process throughput and yield. - Troubleshoot mechanical issues and assist the Maintenance Department with identifying problems to minimize downtime. - Rotate team members among different positions during the shift. - Determine whether products meet established specifications and take corrective action as needed. - Plan and manage time efficiently to meet production goals while maintaining product quality. - Perform sanitation and clean processing areas throughout the day. - Enter and maintain production data and conduct or participate in daily huddles. - Perform daily light checks in the greenhouses, as appropriate for the production line assigned each day. - Follow safe work practices, GMP and HACCP guidelines, and all sanitation and product-quality requirements. - Report any conditions or practices that may adversely affect food safety, product quality, or employee safety. - Maintain a positive work environment. - Perform other duties as assigned. Required Education, Experience & Skills - Ability to work in refrigerated environments for eight or more hours. - Ability to perform repetitive tasks efficiently for extended periods while maintaining quality. - Ability to stand on concrete floors for extended periods. - Basic math and computer skills. Preferred Education, Experience & Skills - At least one year of experience working in a fast-paced environment. - Prior agricultural or greenhouse experience is highly desirable. - Ability to write daily reports and correspondence. - Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. - Self-motivated, dependable, and able to demonstrate initiative. - Ability to adapt quickly to changes in policies, procedures, and techniques. - Strong listening and communication skills, particularly when working with supervisors and coworkers. - Ability to follow instructions and accept constructive feedback from managers while maintaining quality standards and production goals.