Line Lead I, Bacon Slicing, 2nd Shift

Clemens Food Group is a sixth-generation, family-owned food company with a history dating back to 1895. Our Tyrone, Pennsylvania facility proudly produces products for trusted brands, including Kunzler, a well-known name recognized for quality meats and exceptional flavor for generations. As one of the nation’s leading pork producers, Clemens Food Group is committed to delivering safe, high-quality food products while investing in our people, communities, and the future of food production. The Tyrone team plays an important role in this mission, combining craftsmanship, innovation, and operational excellence to serve customers across the region and beyond.

The Production Lead (Line Lead) plays a critical role in supporting daily operations on the production floor. This position partners closely with team members and leadership to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production, while driving accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

You will work in a production warehouse and manufacturing environment responsible for inspecting, grading, weighing, and packaging products according to company and customer specifications and acting as a lead to the team. Management or supervisory experience preferred. Training will be provided. This is a 2nd shift, full time position with benefits.

Shift: 2:30P-12:00A, Saturdays as needed

What You’ll Do

• Communicate and coordinate with Material Management to support production needs

• Track and support daily department performance and key metrics

• Manage product flow, staging, and order assembly to ensure efficiency and accuracy

• Locate, rework, re-label, or re-date product as needed

• Support production operations by filling in on lines and operating equipment (including lowboy)

• Perform required quality and food safety checks (temperature, leaker, burst tank, etc.)

• Ensure adherence to SOPs, food safety standards, and all safety policies

• Train and support team members to build capability and consistency

• Identify process issues and work collaboratively to resolve and improve them

• Verify schedules and align daily activities to meet production goals

• Ensure proper end-of-day organization, product storage, and housekeeping

• Submit and track maintenance needs using systems such as Avantis

• Utilize operational systems (ERP, Portean, Accusort, etc.) effectively

• Assist with data entry and performance tracking to support continuous improvement

• Order supplies as needed to maintain smooth operations

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required

• Previous manufacturing or production experience preferred

• Basic computer and data entry skills

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Ability to read, write, and follow instructions in multiple formats

• Basic math skills (including ratios, percentages, and measurements)

• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability

• Willingness to learn equipment, systems, and processes

What Sets You Apart

• A strong commitment to safety, quality, and doing the right thing

• Ownership mindset and willingness to step in where needed

• Ability to support and guide team members in a fast-paced environment

• Continuous improvement mindset—always looking for a better way

Why CFG?

• Family-owned company with a long-term perspective

• Values-driven culture focused on integrity, teamwork, and stewardship

• Opportunities for growth and development

• Commitment to safety, quality, and our people

BENEFITS & PERKS:

At Clemens Food Group, we are committed to supporting our team members both personally and professionally. Our comprehensive benefits package may include:

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• 401(k) with company match and profit-sharing opportunities
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Company-paid life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Educational assistance and professional development opportunities
• Employee recognition programs
• Relocation assistance for qualified candidates

Benefits may vary based on position and eligibility requirements.

Clemens Food Group does not accept unsolicited resumes from search or staffing firms. All resumes submitted by search or staffing firms to any employee at Clemens Food Group via email, the Internet, or directly without a valid written search agreement for this role, and without having been asked to participate in this by Talent Acquisition, will be deemed the sole property of Clemens Food Group, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired. Firms not authorized to submit candidates will not be eligible for any fee or ownership claim.

It is the policy of Clemens Food Group to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. All employees are subject to a pre-employment screening process including a background check and drug screen. In addition, we will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing the application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to your recruiter.