What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ice Cream Line Lead position at Idaho Milk Products?
SHIFT:
- Day Shift and Swing Shift positions available, and as needed for coverage of employees and supervisors.
- Subject to change according to business needs.
BENEFITS:
- We are pleased to provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to meet your needs. This includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, a flexible spending account (FSA), vacation and paid time off (PTO), holiday pay, and a 401k plan. Subject to applicable waiting periods.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Ice Cream Line Lead is responsible for overseeing the daily operation of an assigned ice cream production line, ensuring efficient, safe, and high-quality manufacturing. This role provides leadership to line operators, coordinates production activities, and supports compliance with food safety and quality standards.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES AND PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Production Oversight
Supervise all stages of production on the assigned line, including mixing, freezing, filling, and packaging.
Monitor line performance to meet production schedules and minimize downtime.
Ensure proper setup and operation of equipment for novelty and bulk ice cream products.
Team Leadership
Lead and train line operators to maintain a skilled and motivated workforce.
Assign tasks, monitor performance, and provide coaching as needed.
Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Quality & Compliance
Enforce food safety protocols (HACCP, SQF, FDA) and company standards.
Conduct in-process checks to ensure product quality and consistency.
Maintain accurate production and quality records.
Communication & Coordination
Collaborate with maintenance, QA, and warehouse teams to resolve issues quickly.
Communicate production updates and challenges to the Plant Supervisor.
POSITION SPECIFICATIONS/QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent; technical training preferred.
Experience:
2 years in food manufacturing, with leadership experience on a production line.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of ice cream or dairy production processes.
Ability to troubleshoot equipment and process issues.
Strong leadership and communication skills.
Physical Requirements:
Environmental exposure to warehouses stored at ambient (60-70° F), refrigerated (35° F), and frozen (minus 20° F) temperatures.
Walking: Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for short distances on a regular basis.
Subject to up to at least 92db’s
Lifting: up to 20 lbs. occasionally
Walking: Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, on a regular basis
Reaching: Extending hands and arms in any direction
Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist occasionally
Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Those activities that must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly
To apply for this position please visit our website at www.idahomilkproducts.com