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HP Hood

Production Lead, 1st Shift

HP HoodAgawam, MA
Posted Sep 28 · Last Verified Sep 28
💰 $34.26 – $36.54/hrFull-timemanufacturing and productionmaintenance and facilities

Quick Summary

Production Lead overseeing 1st shift operations at HP Hood manufacturing facility in Agawam, MA.

Skills & Keywords

production supervisionfood safety complianceshift operationsteam coordination

Job Responsibilities

  • Communicate effectively with Shift Supervisors, Manager, and employees to ensure successful production runs.
  • Maintain an open dialogue with the Shift Supervisor, keeping him/her advised of changes, problems and accomplishments.
  • Follow the chain-of –command and documentation in all matters requiring supervisory involvement.
  • Assist with training and integrating of new employees to the department.
  • Take the lead in promoting safety within the department and take an active role in assisting with accident investigations as needed.
  • Be familiar with all jobs performed in the department and assist with overseeing that daily goals/schedules are successfully met.
  • Ability to grow and assume increased responsibilities as production requirements dictate.
  • Flexible to vary work shifts dependent upon production and staffing needs.

Job Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Basic computer skills essential
  • Basic math skills
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to work independently
  • Ability to work well people and across departments
  • Prior experience as a Utility Operator or Processor, or strong knowledge of the operation including raw receiving, processing, filler operating and cleaning and CIP functions.
  • Must have a strong working knowledge of the department and the ability to receive direction and organize work and staffing schedules.
  • 2-5 years experience in the Production Department or related area is desirable.

Working Conditions

  • Factory environment
  • Varying noise and heat levels.
  • Responsibilities allow occasional opportunity for varying work routine

Physical Demands

SQF Requirements/Responsibilities

Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience and location.

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HP Hood is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Female/Minority/Veteran/Disabled

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  • Standing: Long periods (a minimum of 8+ hours)
  • Sitting: Occasionally for short periods
  • Walking: Long periods
  • Bending: Frequently
  • Twisting of Spine: Frequently
  • Lifting: Heavy (50+ lbs) frequently
  • Carrying: Heavy (40-60 lbs) frequently distance
  • Pushing/Pulling: under 75 lbs without assistance frequently
  • Maintaining food safety and food quality through completing job tasks and maintaining the work area in a sanitary manner.
  • Support biosecurity and GMP measures.
  • Report food safety problems to personnel with authority to initiate action.
  • Backup duties are covered by other leads and/or Production Supervisors.
HP Hood

HP Hood


About HP Hood

HP Hood is one of the largest food and beverage manufacturers in the United States with a portfolio of national and super-regional brands including Hood, Heluva Good, Lactaid, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, and Planet Oat.

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