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Reporting directly to the Plant manager, the Business Unit Leader is responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of production by providing effective, empowered leadership to the Production line assigned to them. This key role provides leadership amongst the management team and ensures efficient communications between his team and other departments. Provide training opportunities to the production staff; and performing several other tasks. The Business Unit Leader position requires the ability to be action oriented with demonstrated ability to lead teams. The individual should be proficient in leading/managing manufacturing key performance indicators.
Job Responsibility:
Assigns duties and coordinate activities with supervisors and/or employees in production to maintain plant efficiencies and standards
Observes daily operations and alerts appropriate supervisor of problems or opportunities
Responsible for unit compliance in all safety standards and quality regulations, policies, training requirements
Inspect areas for safety hazards and observes employees for safe work habits
Report safety and quality problems to the appropriate personnel
Follows quality and safety programs and policies to ensure products made follows to the highest standards possible
Develops and implements operating methods and procedures designed to eliminate operating problems and improve product quality
Develop and communicate the expectation levels and vision of the company to members of her/his unit. Coordinate with other heads of departments, integrating objectives and ideas for organizational growth
Conduct daily GEMBA walk and provide feedback from team members to Management team in Tier III meetings. Uses JDI (Just Do It) approach when needed
Provide training to team leaders and supervisors in proper procedures, standards, policies, handling of employees, equipment procedures
Train and mentor team members
motivate them for effective performance and growth of the company
Provide guidance and leadership directly to team leaders, supervisors/hourly staff/temporary workforce within the department
Observe employee performance and follows up with supervisor on changes needed
Review all performance reviews for accuracy, fairness, and consistency prior to being given to employees
Recommends or initiates promotions, transfers, and disciplinary action
Review personnel action with Human Resources department, as necessary, to insure consistency with policy
Conduct timely management meetings
Active participation in meetings
Communicate changes in policy, procedures, goals, or problems
Track key performance indicators on an ongoing basis
revises production schedules and priorities as result of equipment failure or operating problems
Coordinate production activities with maintenance, quality control, and sanitation activities to obtain optimum production and utilization of human resources, machines, and equipment
Active participation in POKA Newsfeed. Provide good communication flow within unit shifts
Pro-active in creation of POKA guides, troubleshoot and newsfeed with members of his unit
Monitor performance and communicate the good moves and challenges of its sector via POKA
Active participation in Safety Audits, Quality Audits, 6S Audits, and other Audits
Perform day-to-day administrative tasks, such as processing information files and other paperwork.
Requirements:
Bachelor Degree (Business Management, Food Science) or equivalent education/experience in food industry
5 years experience in manufacturing management/supervision is preferred
Knowledge of GFSI / BRC, SQF, GMP and other food safety standard including HACCP or similar food industry regulations
Experience in Continuous Improvement environment (Lean Manufacturing, 6S, Six Sigma, etc.)
Experience using Microsoft Office and other computer based application (I pad, One Note, etc.)
Strong Leadership/interpersonal skills
Strong analytical/critical thinking
Strong accountability and follow-through skills
Ability to work under pressure and tight schedule
Ability to identify new opportunities
Ability to develop specific plans and goals to help in accomplishing tasks efficiently
Decision making skills
Ability to analyze information and evaluate results to make the best decision in solving problems
Motivating skills: Ability to encourage and build team spirit among team members, bringing about mutual respect and cooperation
Must have a flexible schedule including some weekends and holidays if needed
This position has been identified as a safety sensitive position within Leclerc Foods USA, Inc.
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