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As the Production Team Lead, you will report to the Production Supervisor and support the vision for the plant on a high level - building the team and crafting its culture. You’ll be accountable for executing the processes and directives set by the production, manufacturing and sanitation teams. Additionally, you will ensure the team follows all procedures consistently, while driving measurable, quantitative improvements in performance and ensure operations are running safely and efficiently in accordance with all Safety and GMP guidelines.
Job Responsibility:
Work with stakeholders to ensure that raw materials, packaging, and consumables are in place to deliver the production plan on time and in full
Monitor delivery of the production plan, resolve work problems by recommending measures to improve productivity on the lines and communicate changes required to the plan with all stakeholders
Lead, coordinate and schedule the activities of production associates who are responsible for staging, de-boxing, prepping, cooking, portioning and plating of food products
Communicate goals, targets, and information to all associates and coordinate and monitor shifts and assess employee performance to daily production targets
Ensure all production areas and equipment are cleaned and sanitized throughout the day and at the end of each shift
Train new associates in job duties for various packaging machinery and informing them about safety procedures and company policies
Maintain proper function of sanitation equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE), as well as, assuring the adequate inventories of PPE are kept available at all times
Maintain constant communication with the Production and Facilities and Maintenance Manager and other supervisors on progress and current or potential issues regarding production or employees
Ensure that our waste streams are disposed of as per instruction and training
Follow all company safety guidelines and SOPs
Work safely with chemicals being used
Support the implementation and management of HACCP, GMP and ensure that company procedures and standards related to Food Safety and Quality are followed and maintained
Ensure that production and all equipment meets health, sanitation, and quality standards set by the company and food industry
Work in compliance with OH&S acts and regulations
Use personal protective and safety equipment and clothing as directed by the employer and report workplace hazards and dangers to the supervisor or employer
Requirements:
High School Diploma or equivalent, or relevant experience
Minimum 1-3 years of experience in a food processing, manufacturing or service industry
Ability to push, pull, and lift up to 50lbs
Has experience with standing for prolonged periods of time including regular bending, twisting and walking
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Google Suite (Calendar, Gmail, Docs, Sheets) and video conferencing (Hangouts, Google Meet)
Strong and effective leadership skills
Ability to successfully manage 30+ hourly employees
Experience with Inventory management and control
Ability to communicate in English, both verbal and written
Strong organizational, analytical, communication and leadership skills
Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure
Ability to work in fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment
Willing and able to work in a refrigerated environment (0°C to 4°C)
Flexible to work overtime, on weekends, evenings and holidays, as required
Maintain a high level of attention to detail and accuracy looking consistently for potential food safety or quality deviations
What we offer:
Competitive salary and health benefits
Shift premiums are available for afternoon and overnight shifts
75% discount on HelloFresh or Chefs Plate weekly box subscription
High impact work to help feed thousands of families in Canada