Lead - 2nd Shift

Abilene, TX

Full Time

Production

Experienced

🎉 PRIMAL IS GROWING — AND SO IS OUR TEAM! 💪📦

We are adding a second shift at our state-of-the-art Abilene facility to support the strong demand for our premium pet food products 🐾

Job Summary

Are you a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? We’re looking for a motivated and dependable Line Lead to help drive daily production operations while supporting and developing our team members.

Reporting to the Production Supervisor, the Prep Team Lead plays a key role in ensuring smooth production flow, maintaining food safety and quality standards, and creating a positive, team-oriented work environment. This position leads by example, supports employees on the production floor, and helps ensure operational goals are met safely, efficiently, and accurately.
If you enjoy coaching others, solving problems, and being part of a company that values teamwork and growth — we’d love to meet you!

What You’ll Do

Leadership & Team Support

Lead and support employees during daily production operations
Assign tasks, positions, and projects based on operational needs
Foster a positive, respectful, and team-focused work environment
Help resolve employee concerns and encourage open communication
Develop employees to work confidently and independently
Recognize strong performance and address policy violations when necessary

Training & Safety

Train employees on:
- Safety procedures
- GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices)
- Food safety and sanitation standards
- Equipment operation
- Company SOPs and documentation procedures
Proactively identify and address safety concerns
Ensure compliance with GMP, HACCP, food safety, quality, and security standards

Production Operations

Support production lines and step into operational roles when needed
Ensure production goals and quality standards are achieved
Monitor production paperwork for accuracy and completion
Report equipment malfunctions promptly and communicate urgency levels
Coordinate workflow with peers and other departments
Ensure teams have the resources and information needed to succeed

Equipment & Sanitation

Ensure safe equipment operation according to company procedures
Direct proper breakdown, cleaning, and sanitization of equipment
Maintain organized and clean workspaces through strong housekeeping practices

Additional Responsibilities

Complete required documentation accurately and on time
Respond quickly to production issues and implement solutions
Assist with other departmental duties and special projects as assigned
Maintain punctual and regular attendance

Qualifications

Required

Minimum 6 months of leadership experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment
Strong leadership and communication skills
Ability to motivate and develop team members
Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English

Preferred

Bilingual in English and Spanish

Compensation
$21.50 – $23.50 per hour

Schedule

🕒 2nd Shift
Monday – Friday
3:00 PM – 11:30 PM

⚠️ Candidates must be flexible and available to work daily overtime as needed.

Why Join the Pure Treats Primal Pet Foods Team?

We take care of our employees with competitive benefits and rewarding perks, including:
✅ 401(k) with Company Match — up to 4%
✅ Employee Referral Bonus Program
✅ Attendance Incentives
✅ Paid Vacation & Sick Time
✅ 8 Paid Company Holidays Per Year
✅ Low-Cost Medical Insurance
✅ Competitive Dental, Vision & Supplemental Coverage
✅ Discounted Pet Insurance — because pets are family too! 🐶🐱
✅ Career Growth Opportunities & Ongoing Training
✅ Supportive Team Environment & Much More!

Join a company that values hard work, collaboration, and the people behind our success.

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