Job details Spherion Fort Myers is seeking an experienced and highly motivated 3rd shift Production Team Lead to oversee our night shift operations in Clewiston Florida. This hands-on leadership role is crucial for ensuring the efficient and safe production of our dairy products. The Team Lead will be responsible for leading, directing, and actively participating in production tasks, while ensuring strict adherence to all safety, sanitation, and quality control standards. The ideal candidate will be a mentor, problem-solver, and an excellent communicator who can inspire and guide their team to meet production goals. This is a direct hire opportunity. ...
Responsibilities:
Lead, motivate, train, and support night shift production staff in all aspects of food processing and packaging.
Foster a positive and productive work environment, promoting teamwork and continuous improvement.
Plan, assign, and direct daily work activities to ensure optimal resource utilization and efficient workflow.
Address employee complaints and resolve production-related problems promptly and effectively, in accordance with company policies and applicable laws.
Ensure all team members are fully trained and competent in their roles, maintaining training records.
Ensure strict compliance with all company safety protocols, sanitation procedures (HACCP, GMPs), and quality control standards.
Actively participate in and oversee daily production tasks, demonstrating a clear understanding of food processing equipment and procedures.
Operate and troubleshoot food processing and packaging equipment as needed, providing support and guidance to the team.
Monitor product quality throughout the production process, identifying and reporting any deviations or issues to appropriate personnel immediately.
Complete accurate shift reports and production documentation, ensuring effective communication and smooth handovers between shifts and to management.
Manage raw material and finished product inventories on the shift, minimizing waste and optimizing yields.

Working hours: 8:00 PM - 4:30 AM

Skills:
Provide support and act as a backup operator for the HTST pasteurizer.
Provide support and act as a backup operator for fermentation processes.
Provide support and act as a backup for the Milk Receiver role, ensuring proper handling and intake of raw materials.
Provide support and act as a backup for the Sanitation CIP operator, ensuring thorough cleaning and sanitation procedures are followed.

Education:
High School

Experience:
1-4 years

Qualifications:
2+ years of experience in food production, preferably in a dairy or similar regulated environment.
1+ years of proven leadership or supervisory experience in a manufacturing setting.
Clear understanding of food safety principles (HACCP, GMPs) and quality control standards.
Proficiency in operating and troubleshooting food processing and packaging equipment.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and team-building skills.
Demonstrated ability to train, motivate, and manage a diverse team.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Basic computer proficiency for documentation and reporting.
Ability to lift [Specify weight, e.g., 50 lbs] and stand for extended periods.


There are several ways to apply:
-- Apply Now on this Post!
-- Skip the wait times and Call our office to schedule an interview at 239-939-9999
--Apply in person Monday-Friday between the hours of 9:00am-12pm at 12500 World Plaza Ln bldg 40 suite 1, Fort Myers, FL 33907

Spherion has helped thousands of people just like you find work happiness! Our experienced staff will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temp-to-perm or direct hire opportunities, no one works harder for you than Spherion.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact Callcenter@spherion.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

Show lessShow more Spherion Fort Myers is seeking an experienced and highly motivated 3rd shift Production Team Lead to oversee our night shift operations in Clewiston Florida. This hands-on leadership role is crucial for ensuring the efficient and safe production of our dairy products. The Team Lead will be responsible for leading, directing, and actively participating in production tasks, while ensuring strict adherence to all safety, sanitation, and quality control standards. The ideal candidate will be a mentor, problem-solver, and an excellent communicator who can inspire and guide their team to meet production goals. This is a direct hire opportunity.

Responsibilities:
Lead, motivate, train, and support night shift production staff in all aspects of food processing and packaging.
Foster a positive and productive work environment, promoting teamwork and continuous improvement.
Plan, assign, and direct daily work activities to ensure optimal resource utilization and efficient workflow.
Address employee complaints and resolve production-related problems promptly and effectively, in accordance with company policies and applicable laws. ... Ensure all team members are fully trained and competent in their roles, maintaining training records.
Ensure strict compliance with all company safety protocols, sanitation procedures (HACCP, GMPs), and quality control standards.
Actively participate in and oversee daily production tasks, demonstrating a clear understanding of food processing equipment and procedures.
Operate and troubleshoot food processing and packaging equipment as needed, providing support and guidance to the team.
Monitor product quality throughout the production process, identifying and reporting any deviations or issues to appropriate personnel immediately.
Complete accurate shift reports and production documentation, ensuring effective communication and smooth handovers between shifts and to management.
Manage raw material and finished product inventories on the shift, minimizing waste and optimizing yields.

Working hours: 8:00 PM - 4:30 AM

Skills:
Provide support and act as a backup operator for the HTST pasteurizer.
Provide support and act as a backup operator for fermentation processes.
Provide support and act as a backup for the Milk Receiver role, ensuring proper handling and intake of raw materials.
Provide support and act as a backup for the Sanitation CIP operator, ensuring thorough cleaning and sanitation procedures are followed.

Education:
High School

Experience:
1-4 years

Qualifications:
2+ years of experience in food production, preferably in a dairy or similar regulated environment.
1+ years of proven leadership or supervisory experience in a manufacturing setting.
Clear understanding of food safety principles (HACCP, GMPs) and quality control standards.
Proficiency in operating and troubleshooting food processing and packaging equipment.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and team-building skills.
Demonstrated ability to train, motivate, and manage a diverse team.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Basic computer proficiency for documentation and reporting.
Ability to lift [Specify weight, e.g., 50 lbs] and stand for extended periods.


There are several ways to apply:
-- Apply Now on this Post!
-- Skip the wait times and Call our office to schedule an interview at 239-939-9999
--Apply in person Monday-Friday between the hours of 9:00am-12pm at 12500 World Plaza Ln bldg 40 suite 1, Fort Myers, FL 33907

Spherion has helped thousands of people just like you find work happiness! Our experienced staff will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temp-to-perm or direct hire opportunities, no one works harder for you than Spherion.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact Callcenter@spherion.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

Show lessShow morekey responsibilities

Lead, motivate, train, and support night shift production staff in all aspects of food processing and packaging.Foster a positive and productive work environment, promoting teamwork and continuous improvement.Plan, assign, and direct daily work activities to ensure optimal resource utilization and efficient workflow.Address employee complaints and resolve production-related problems promptly and effectively, in accordance with company policies and applicable laws.Ensure all team members are fully trained and competent in their roles, maintaining training records.Ensure strict compliance with all company safety protocols, sanitation procedures (HACCP, GMPs), and quality control standards.Actively participate in and oversee daily production tasks, demonstrating a clear understanding of food processing equipment and procedures.Operate and troubleshoot food processing and packaging equipment as needed, providing support and guidance to the team.Monitor product quality throughout the production process, identifying and reporting any deviations or issues to appropriate personnel immediately.Complete accurate shift reports and production documentation, ensuring effective communication and smooth handovers between shifts and to management.Manage raw material and finished product inventories on the shift, minimizing waste and optimizing yields.

experience

1-4 years

skills

Provide support and act as a backup operator for the HTST pasteurizer.Provide support and act as a backup operator for fermentation processes.Provide support and act as a backup for the Milk Receiver role, ensuring proper handling and intake of raw materials.Provide support and act as a backup for the Sanitation CIP operator, ensuring thorough cleaning and sanitation procedures are followed.

qualifications

2+ years of experience in food production, preferably in a dairy or similar regulated environment.1+ years of proven leadership or supervisory experience in a manufacturing setting.Clear understanding of food safety principles (HACCP, GMPs) and quality control standards.Proficiency in operating and troubleshooting food processing and packaging equipment.Excellent communication, interpersonal, and team-building skills.Demonstrated ability to train, motivate, and manage a diverse team.Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.Basic computer proficiency for documentation and reporting.Ability to lift [Specify weight, e.g., 50 lbs] and stand for extended periods.

education

High School

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