Fabrication Lead in Woodland, Washington at RAINIER PURE BEEF COMPANY

Rainier Pure Beef is looking for an experienced Fabrication Line Lead to help lead our production team in a fast-paced USDA-inspected beef processing facility. If you're a dependable leader who enjoys coaching others, solving problems on the production floor, and taking pride in producing a quality product safely and efficiently, we'd love to hear from you.

As a Line Lead, you'll work alongside the Fabrication Supervisor to keep production running smoothly while maintaining the highest standards of safety, food safety, quality, and employee performance. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to take the next step in their leadership career.

• Lead and support an assigned fabrication production line to meet daily production goals.
• Help assign work, balance staffing, and keep product flowing efficiently throughout the shift.
• Monitor line performance, identify bottlenecks, and work with supervisors to resolve issues quickly.
• Coach, train, and support team members while promoting accountability and teamwork.
• Ensure all USDA, HACCP, GMP, SSOP, and company food safety standards are followed.
• Promote a strong safety culture by reinforcing safe work practices and proper PPE use.
• Monitor product quality, cutting specifications, trim standards, labeling, and yields.
• Work closely with Food Safety and Quality Assurance to maintain customer specifications.
• Track downtime, communicate equipment concerns, and report production issues.
• Serve as the first point of leadership for hourly team members and help communicate operational updates.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in beef processing, preferably in fabrication.
• Previous experience leading, training, or mentoring employees in a production environment.
• Working knowledge of USDA regulations and food safety requirements.
• Ability to work in a cold, wet, physically demanding manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Previous experience as a Lead, Trainer, or Supervisor.
• Experience monitoring production yields and line efficiencies.
• Knowledge of boxed beef specifications and customer quality requirements.

You are someone who:

• Leads by example and earns the respect of your team.
• Communicates clearly and professionally.
• Stays calm under pressure and solves problems quickly.
• Holds yourself and others accountable.
• Takes pride in producing a safe, high-quality product.
• Thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift.
• Frequently lift up to 50 pounds.
• Perform repetitive hand and arm movements.
• Work in refrigerated environments (approximately 32°–45°F).
• Safely work around production equipment, sharp tools, and loud machinery.

• Full-Time
• Day Shift
• Overtime and occasional weekend work as production demands require

Rainier Pure Beef offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Meat Purchase Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Opportunities for Training and Career Advancement

At Rainier Pure Beef, we believe our employees are the foundation of our success. We're committed to providing a safe workplace, opportunities for growth, and a culture built on teamwork, accountability, and respect.

If you're ready to take the next step in your leadership career, we'd love to meet you.

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