Process Lead - 3rd Shift - East Main

SUMMARY The Process Lead serves as a direct leader within the Wheel Finishing Team, providing guidance, support, and direction in the hand-finishing of cheese wheels, equipment sanitation, and packaging of products to meet customer specifications. This role is responsible for upholding safety, quality, and production standards while fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment. In addition to leading team efforts, the Process Lead actively participates in daily operations—operating equipment and collaborating with Team Members to ensure production goals are met and exceeded. This position works Sunday through Thursday, 11:00pm - 7:00am. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Leads by example on the production floor by actively participating in daily operations while modeling safe work practices, attention to detail, and high-performance standards. Sets the tone for teamwork, professionalism, and accountability in alignment with Sartori’s Values in Action. Supports a culture of cleanliness and safety by leading daily sanitation activities and ensuring all cleaning tasks are executed according to the master sanitation schedule. Reinforces compliance with company safety, HACCP, and GMP policies. Executes production and sanitation tasks by overseeing and performing essential production tasks, including staging and transferring materials, preparing cheese for treatment, applying rubs, labeling, and packaging. Ensures adherence to food safety, sanitation, and quality standards. Guides and trains Team Members by supporting the development of team capabilities by executing training plans, coaching new and existing Team Members, and reinforcing proper techniques and procedures to drive skill development and consistent performance. Ensures product quality and compliance by conducting and overseeing inspections for mold, debris, and foreign materials. Ensures corrective actions are taken promptly, maintaining product integrity and food safety compliance at all stages of production. Coordinates and communicates effectively by serving as a communication link between team members and other departments (e.g., Quality, Planning, Maintenance). Clearly conveys production goals, process changes, and potential challenges to keep the team aligned and informed. Maintains accurate records and inventory by using scanning tools to issue cheese to work orders and ensures accurate tracking of product movement. Supports traceability, production flow, and inventory accuracy through diligent documentation. DIRECT REPORTS This position is not responsible for leading team members. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE High school diploma or equivalency is preferred (GED). Food manufacturing experience or experience working in a converting facility is desirable. OTHER KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Alignment with Company Values: Demonstrates behaviors and values that reflect the company’s culture. Sartori’s core values are family, commitment, authenticity, ingenuity, integrity, and humility. Adaptability: Responds positively to change and adjusts effectively to added information, evolving priorities, and shifting circumstances. Attention to Detail: Maintains a high standard of accuracy and thoroughness in all work activities. Critical Thinking: Identifies potential issues through logical reasoning and analytical thought; considers multiple solutions before acting. Decision Making: Evaluates all options and determines the best option for success. Effective Communication: Clearly and respectfully conveys information and ideas to team members across various platforms and situations. Prioritization and Time Management: Manages time effectively by organizing tasks and setting priorities to meet deadlines and business objectives. Reading and Comprehension: Understands and applies work instructions and documentation to perform tasks accurately and efficiently. Resourcefulness: Adapts to obstacles by identifying alternative paths or creative solutions to complete tasks and meet goals. Results driven: Focuses on achieving results that achieve organizational and team member goals. Self-Motivation: Takes initiative and demonstrates a strong internal drive to perform without constant supervision. Teamwork: Collaborates effectively within diverse teams to achieve shared goals; supports and respects fellow team members. Technical Proficiency: Demonstrates proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel, to support daily work activities and documentation needs. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Internally trained and certified to operate material handling equipment as required. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the Team Member is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The Team Member is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The Team Member frequently handles, lifts and place cheese wheels up to 25 lbs. There are occasions when a team member may need to lift ingredients and containers up to 50 pounds during an initial receipt of these materials. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a Team Member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the Team Member will occasionally be exposed to extreme, non-weather-related cold as well as wet and/or humid conditions. On a typical workday, the Team Member will work in refrigerated conditions with temperatures ranging from 35-60 degrees. The Team Member will work around safeguarded machinery with rotating, mechanical parts, and conveyor belts. The Team Member will occasionally be exposed to caustic and/or toxic chemicals used for sanitation and cleaning. Due to the loud noise levels, ear protection is required. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by Team Members assigned to this work This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. Sartori Company reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational and business needs, as necessary. Plant12 Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Created: 2026-03-04