Fiber Production Shift Lead

Weekend Shift | Night Shift

Location: Fort Benton, MT

Pay: This is a full-time, hourly position starting at $27.00 per hour based on experience, qualifications, and skill level. Shift differentials will be applied.

Position Overview

The Night Shift Lead provides hands-on leadership for overnight operations at IND HEMP’s fiber processing facility. Working alongside production employees, this position coordinates shift activities, operates and troubleshoots equipment, supports employee training, and helps the team meet safety, quality, and production expectations. The Night Shift Lead serves as the primary contact during the shift and communicates operational concerns and follow-up needs to the Production Manager.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

· Coordinate work assignments, breaks, and employee coverage to meet production priorities.

· Promote safe work practices and adherence to company policies, Good Manufacturing Practices and standard operating procedures.

· Perform equipment setup, startup, operation, monitoring, and shutdown; adjust processing equipment to maintain efficiency and product quality.

· Troubleshoot equipment issues and perform routine maintenance within training and authorization; coordinate additional support and assist with repairs as needed.

· Conduct required quality checks, collect product samples, and complete accurate production and downtime records.

· Safely operate forklifts, mobile equipment, and aerial equipment as trained and authorized.

· Provide on-the-job training and guidance to Operators I, II, and III, reinforcing safe equipment operation and consistent work practices.

· Address routine shift concerns, stop work when unsafe conditions arise, and promptly escalate safety, quality, equipment, or employee concerns to the appropriate personnel.

· Maintain clean, organized work areas and communicate production status, equipment conditions, and unresolved issues during shift handoffs.

Education and Experience

· High school diploma or equivalent; additional technical or leadership training preferred.

· Two or more years of manufacturing, processing, or related industry experience, or equivalent training, preferred.

· Experience operating and troubleshooting production equipment.

· Previous experience as a lead or employee trainer preferred

· Experience operating forklifts and other mobile equipment preferred.

Required Skills and Abilities

· Ability to guide a team, communicate work expectations, and provide constructive feedback.

· Strong mechanical aptitude, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.

· Ability to make operational decisions within established procedures and recognize when additional support is needed.

· Working knowledge of equipment safety practices, including lockout/tagout, electrical hazards, confined spaces, and work at heights, as applicable to assigned duties.

· Basic computer and math skills and the ability to maintain accurate records.

· Dependable attendance, punctuality, and ability to work the assigned overnight schedule.

· Ability to work collaboratively and demonstrate IND HEMP’s core values.

Employment Benefits and Requirements

IND HEMP LLC offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, life, disability and leave of absence plans. Relocation support may be available for eligible candidates. These positions require the completion of a pre-employment drug screen, a background check, and a physical demand assessment.

Equal Employment Opportunity

IND HEMP, LLC, a Delaware public benefit company. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merits, and business needs.