Demo

Lead - 2nd Shift

Primal Pet Group
Abilene, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 5/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/22/2026
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 hourSchedule

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.

Primal Pet Group is a Drug Free Workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please review our Employment Privacy Policy here: https://primalpetfoods.com/pages/employee-privacy-policy. By submitting an application with us, you acknowledge that you have read and understand this policy.

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