Production Crew Lead
Posted on June 22, 2026
Department: Production
Reports To: Production Supervisor/ Manager
Location: Gonzales, CA
Pay Range: $22.50 + DOE
Shift: Day Shift
GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
A production crew lead is responsible for coordinating and supervising the day-to-day operation of the production floor while ensuring a safe and efficient approach. The role connects the gap between the supervisors and our hourly workforce.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Oversee day to day operation of the production floor while assigning tasks and ensuring the most efficient run rates.
Set performance goals by work area while evaluating regular performance and guide towards productivity and quality improvement
Strong communication within the production department
Train new team members in a safe and productive way to execute their duties.
Job understanding of different roles and responsibilities throughout the facility to increase run time with minimal operational downtime.
Workflow adjustment as needed based on raw product and headcount availability.
Monitor processing and packaging activities during the workday including observation of the crews to maintain productivity and quality.
Ensure quality standards are met; product standards (size, infestation, mold, mildew, rot, dirt); packaging standards (bag and box).
Ensure that materials are put away at end of shifts — bins in cold rooms, hand stacked cases to cold room and boxes are returned to mezzanine.
Understanding of lbs processed for proper calculations of raw inventory to avoid miscounts and correct schedule completed.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
Strong leadership and organizational skills.
Strong knowledge of production processes and machinery operation.
Communication and team player skills.
Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities on the spot.
Familiarity with safety regulations and quality control standards.
5+ years of hands on production experience.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee 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 employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Analysis of Physical Demands
Key (Based on typical week):
N=Never
R=Rarely (Less than 1 hour per week)
O=Occasional (1%-33% of time)
F=Frequent (34%-66% of time)
C=Constant (over 66% of time)
APPLICANTS
Please send your resume to: resumes@churchbrothers.com
Church Brothers Farms is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
