Multivac Lead II

We are currently seeking a Multivac Lead II to support production operations in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment in Tracy, CA. This position is responsible for overseeing manufacturing activities, guiding a team, and ensuring that production goals are met efficiently and safely. The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, a strong communicator, and capable of balancing hands-on production work with administrative responsibilities.

Job Title: Multivac Lead II

Employment Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Reports to: Production Supervisor

Pay Rate: $28–$32/hour

Benefits through Full Steam Staffing: Medical, Dental, AD&D

Job Summary:

Key Responsibilities:

• Production Line Efficiency: Oversee line operation, ensuring quality, productivity, and resource use. Set up the line for order execution and assign tasks based on team and production needs.
• Leadership & Communication: Provide clear direction, motivate team members, and foster a positive, respectful, and inclusive work environment.
• Administrative Duties: Complete production paperwork, update records, document downtime, and report issues to the Production Supervisor.
• Quality & Compliance: Conduct product inspections, enforce GMP and safety protocols, and ensure product conformance to specifications.
• Training & Development: Create and implement SOPs. Train team members to ensure consistency and efficiency.
• Equipment Maintenance: Monitor and troubleshoot machinery to minimize downtime and maintain smooth operations.
• Safety Oversight: Enforce safety procedures, report work-related injuries, and proactively address potential hazards.
• Cross-Department Collaboration: Coordinate with other department leads, assist with cross-training, and support overall production flow.
• Upholding Company Values: Promote a harassment-free workplace, follow company policies, and support organizational goals and values.

General Competencies:

• Self-starter; works independently and with others
• Professional, respectful, and ethical behavior
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Commitment to safety, accuracy, and productivity
• Willingness to accept feedback and continuously improve
• Basic math and reading comprehension
• Ability to lead by example and support team morale

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Experience in food processing
• Familiarity with Multivac packaging machines
• Previous leadership experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3–5 years of meat processing experience
• USDA trained
• HACCP certified; advanced knowledge of GMPs
• Bilingual in English and Spanish

Physical Requirements:

• Stand and walk for extended periods
• Use pallet jacks, lift/move up to 50 lbs
• Perform repetitive motions, including overhead reaching
• Walk on wet and uneven surfaces
• Occasional stooping, bending, kneeling, climbing, or pulling
• Visual ability for close and distance work

Work Environment:

• Cold, refrigerated production area (30–50°F)
• Moderate to loud noise levels

Full Steam Staffing will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Full Steam Staffing is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing’s Fair Chance Act webpage.