Team Leader-Barron at Hormel Foods in Barron, WI

Sanitation Team Leader Third Shift

Job Responsibilities

1. Supervise a work group to assure production of products/services meets daily production schedules.

2. Ensure company safety policy is followed.

3. Ensure proper sanitation procedures are followed and that all employees follow Good Manufacturing Practices.

4. Ensure communication of objectives, programs, policies and that team members are familiar with their authority, responsibilities, and objectives.

5. Ensure achievement of objectives relating to personnel management, personnel safety, product quality, productivity, yield, and scheduling.

6. Oversee training of new employees in proper performance of line tasks.

7. Complete production reports and payroll responsibilities as required.

8. Through leadership, training and effective role modeling, personally ensure that all team members understand and use the Charter, Employee Handbook, Managing Principles and Team Commitment to increase a participatory environment of working together for mutual benefit.

Minimum Qualifications

* Discipline, responsibility, and motivation

* Strong organizational skills

* Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills

* Strong interpersonal skills and excellent written and verbal communication skills

* A pattern of initiative and leadership

Preferred Qualifications

* Degree in related field, lead experience, and/or equivalent work experience

* Knowledge of HACCP programs

At Hormel Foods, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. The base hiring pay range for this role is between $59,025 - $82,625 per year, and your actual base pay within that range will depend upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, skill set, level of experience, and geographic market location.

Other components of Hormel Foods’ total compensation package includes comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, discretionary annual merit increases, bonuses and profit sharing, 401 (k) with employer match, stock purchase plan, relocation assistance, paid vacation, FREE two-year community/technical college tuition for children of employees, and more.

Employees with less than eighteen (18) months in their current position are required to gain approval from their current business unit vice president or plant manager to be considered a qualified candidate. This approval should be attached documents below.

• APPROVAL IS REQUIRED AT TIME OF APPLICATION BY APPLICANT

Qualified and interested regular full-time or part-time employees should APPLY ONLINE in Oracle by 10PM on Thursday, July 30, 2026.

Attach ONE pdf document to application that includes ALL the following required documents:

(You will need to merge the documents into ONE pdf)

If you are not able to merge your documents using the PDF Direct tool, you can scan all items into printer and send them to yourself as PDF. Then you can save, name and upload it into your Oracle profile.

1. Cover letter (describing the reasons for your interest in the vacancy, how you meet the requirements of the position, and any significant, relevant accomplishments)
2. Resume (to further highlight your experience, work history at Hormel and qualifications for the position)
3. Most Recent ORACLE Performance Appraisal (this is titled FY25 Year-End Check-In. --print/download complete review)

• APPLICATIONS MISSING REQUIRED ITEMS WILL BE ON HOLD AND NOT BE SUBMITTED UNTIL ALL ITEMS ARE RECEIVED.

At Jennie-O Turkey Store we invite difference and diversity in all aspects. We offer a space of support, understanding, and community. We are committed to the journey! Learn more about our progress here: https://www.hormelfoods.com/about/diversity-and-inclusion/

Jennie-O Turkey Store is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.