Pack Team Lead - Second Shift

Equinox Growers
Louisa, VA

Equinox Growers is a large-scale greenhouse operation specializing in the growing and packaging of fresh lettuce for major retailers across the United States. We are committed to food safety, quality, sustainability, and operational excellence, delivering consistently fresh products from our greenhouses to store shelves nationwide.

We are currently seeking a dependable and motivated Pack Lead – Second Shift to support our packaging operations in a fast-paced food production environment. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for coordinating daily packaging activities, guiding the pack crew, and ensuring production goals, quality standards, and food safety requirements are met. The Pack Lead works closely with the Production Manager and General Manager to execute daily plans while maintaining a safe, organized, and efficient work environment.

This position is ideal for candidates with production or food manufacturing experience who are looking to advance into a leadership role within a growing organization.

Requirements

What You’ll Do

  • Supervise and lead the 2nd shift (2PM-10PM) pack team to ensure daily production goals are met
  • Lead by example to promote safe work practices and food safety standards
  • Train and coach team members on operating procedures, safety, and sanitation
  • Follow and enforce all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), quality standards, and inspections
  • Create and execute daily packaging plans under the direction of the Production Manager
  • Monitor equipment and product quality, reporting issues promptly
  • Ensure accurate completion of food safety tests, logs, and required documentation
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work area
  • Escalate food safety or quality concerns to leadership as needed

What We’re Looking For

  • At least 1 year of experience in a production, manufacturing, or warehouse environment
  • Food or agriculture industry experience preferred
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish (required)
  • Training or experience in food safety and sanitation
  • Ability to read and follow SOPs, safety rules, and labeling instructions
  • Experience completing routine production or food safety logs
  • Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)

Work Environment

  • Work areas include processing and packaging line, warehouse, and cold storage environments
  • Temperatures in key pack areas are maintained at 36 degrees for Food Safety & integrity of our finished product .
  • Moderate noise levels from machinery and cooling systems

Physical Requirements

  • Frequent standing and walking throughout the shift
  • Regular use of hands for handling, grasping, and packaging tasks
  • Ability to use machine interfaces and comfort with technology
  • Reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and occasional climbing
  • Ability to lift up to 25 lbs occasionally and 10 lbs frequently

Benefits

  • Full-time, stable employment in an essential food production industry
  • Opportunity to develop leadership skills in a growing organization
  • Team-focused, safety-first culture
  • Make an impact by helping deliver fresh, high-quality produce to customers nationwide
  • Private Health Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Performance Bonuses
Posted 2026-01-14

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