Production Lead- 1st Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Trains new line operators to job specific tasks and line processing equipment SOP. 

• Verify line operator’s ability to accurately perform assigned task. 

• Leads huddle meeting updating the team on their performance and areas of concerns. 

• Inspects equipment prior to starting the line and document observations on start-up and shutdown checklists on a mobile app or tablet. 

• Ensures consistency on all doughs by adjusting processing equipment to meet quality standards and customers’ specification. 

• Documents lot numbers, raw dough temperatures, and fat percentages communicating to the production supervisor product or ingredient deviations. 

• Performs on line bake offs and verify results against quality standards. 

• Reports any accidents or maintenance issues to the production supervisor.  

• Follows standard operating procedures to operate various pieces of high speed and/or high-tech processing and packaging equipment. 

• Diagnoses and troubleshoots problems with machinery or equipment operation and partner with maintenance technician to resolve issues. 

• Calibrates processing and packaging systems as required to meet required specifications. 

• Maintains clean and organized work area(s) during production. 

• Performs changeovers and end of run cleans including disassembly and reassembly of necessary equipment as needed. 

• Familiar with using an SAP based bar code scanner and system is preferred but not required; will train. 

• Logs downtime and other maintenance issues into CMMS system to track and trend equipment breakdowns and production issues for continuous improvement projects. 

• Performs other duties as directed by supervision. 

Quality Assurance 

• Follows established programs, policies, and practices to produce safe, quality foods that meet SQF, regulatory, company, and customer requirements. 

• Performs quality control tests and ensure dough meet quality standards and customers’ specifications. 

• Reports to the production supervisor, any issues or suggestions to improve quality performance or the working environment. 

• Perform daily GMP checks to verify team is compliant to company GMP policy. 

Health & Safety 

• Follows company safety policies and practices fostering a safe workplace and environment for ourselves and our co-workers.  

• Makes SAFETY a priority, while carrying out his /her daily activities. 

• Understands and follows all Lock Out Tag Out Standard Operating Procedures. 

• Reports any unsafe acts or conditions to immediate production superior. 

• Understands cleaning chemicals and their handling procedures. 

• Maintains a safe, clean, and sanitary working environment always. 

Requirements

Education and/or Experience: 

• High School Diploma or Equivalent Preferred 

• Strong Math and Reading Skills necessary; must be able to read, write and speak English.  

• Must have 1-3 years of prior manufacturing experience; food manufacturing is a plus 

• Can work in a fast-paced environment and must also adapt to frequent changes that may occur on the production line. 

• Experienced leading a team. 

• Basic computer skills and ability to use mobile apps. 

• Must be able to follow written instructions in English. 

• Ability to operate machinery and equipment 

• Flexibility to work off-shifts, including days or nights, weekends, or holidays. 

• Ability to work in a team environment, team player. 

• Reliable, self-motivated and quick learner. 

Physical Requirements:  

• Must be able to lift-up to 50 pounds, stack, and/or carry pans, ingredient containers, etc. for extended period. 

• Must be able to perform physical tasks for extended periods of time including standing, walking, climbing, bending, pushing, pulling and twisting over surfaces. 

• Ability to climb and/or work at heights while utilizing stairs, ladders, personnel lifts, or platforms. 

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