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Production Lead 2 Shift

American Sugar Refining
United States, Tennessee, Nashville
3030 Seaboard Dr (Show on map)
Mar 17, 2026
The ASR Group family of companies make up the world's largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar. The companies produce a full line of grocery, industrial, foodservice and specialty sweetener products. Across North America, ASR Group companies operate five sugar refineries, located in California, Maryland, Louisiana, Canada and Mexico. In Europe, ASR Group companies operate sugar refineries in the United Kingdom, Portugal, and, with a joint venture partner, Italy. The companies also farm sugarcane and own sugar mills in Mexico and Belize. The ASR Group portfolio includes the leading brands Domino, C&H, Florida Crystals, Redpath, Tate & Lyle, Lyle's, Sidul and Whitworths. ASR Group companies also produce and market Tellus, a single-use, compostable tableware and foodservice product made from plant fibers, including sugarcane. OVERVIEW Working under the general direction of the Production Supervisor, the Production Lead schedules, trains, checks, andleadsthe production and maintenance related work of their designated shift. The Production Leadis responsible forthe safety, quality, and productivity ofall ofthe production employees staffed on their designated shift, as well as plant security. The Production Lead will be hands on, overseeing the activities of their team while completing day-to-day maintenance, repair, or replacement of facility equipment to ensure manufacturing efficiency, quality, andsafety;supporting the policies, goals, andobjectivesof American Sugar Refining. SHIFT 2nd Shift Monday - Friday: 2:00 pm - 10:30 pm Must be able to work overtime as requested by the site and ability to work Saturdays as needed. DETAILED ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES* Operations Duties Ensure the safety and drive productivity of all employees assigned to the designated shift by following and enforcing all safety, quality, and packaging procedures. Ensure security of facilities during designated shift hours Train and coach new and existing employees. Participate in and provide feedback for employee performance reviews. Maintain a clean and safe workplacein accordance with5S protocol Operate within standard operating procedures (SOPs) and Job Safety Analysis (JSAs). Report all safety, quality, and production related incidents and aid in investigation. Complete lab testing and properly document results in association with quality control.Makeadjustmentsasnecessary during shift to produce product within specifications. Perform and document allmonitoringprocedures that are critical to safe quality food. Coordinate shift schedules, production startups, shutdowns, and changeovers. Serve as a back-up for absent employees and shift rotations. Verify that shift paperwork is completed accurately Communicate daily with other Shift Leads and Production Supervisor Serve as liaison between leadership and operators Maintenance Duties Conduct regular inspections toidentifyfaulty equipment. Ensure facility maintenance is completed as scheduled.Perform preventative and breakdown maintenance on all equipment to enhance efficiency and prevent malfunctions Must be on standby to repair machines that develop mechanical problems Maintain records of maintenance and activities Manage multiple priorities simultaneously by prioritizing and planning work activities Troubleshoot,adjustand calibrate equipment and machinery tooptimalspecifications Perform welding activities whenrequired All other duties as assigned WORK EXPERIENCES 3-5 years of experience in a maintenance and/or lead rolerequired Experience in a food manufacturing environment with exposure to FDA and SQF regulations preferred Demonstrated ability to accept and respond to changes and challenges in a positive manner Proven ability to lead a team, meet goal, anddemonstrateconflict resolution Forklift Certification Preferred EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS High School Diploma,GEDor equivalent experiencerequired SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY This position serves as the lead for the designated shift ESSENTIAL CAPABILITIES (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES) Microsoft office and PC skills Strong technical aptitude with experience in manufacturing Strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills Ability to troubleshoot complex problems and make sound decisionsregardingresourceutilizationand needs. Results oriented, process improvement focused Knowledge of basic math isrequired Able to work extended hours and weekends as needed, especially when problems occur or when deadlines must be met Must be able to climb ladders and examine work that may be conducted in high elevations Must be able to lift, bend, push, and pull up to 50lbs LOCATION OF ROLE Nashville, TN We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, genderidentity, age,nationalorigin, disability, veteranstatusorany other category protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.