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Production Technical Lead (PTL) is a shop-floor position responsible for Safety, Quality and Productivity of assigned production line/area to ensure operational excellence. The Production Technical Lead is responsible for driving technical excellence on the production floor, supporting continuous improvement initiatives and training teams on technical processes. This position may require time-sensitive decision making and will play a critical role in maintaining compliance with regulatory and technical standards. The PTL serves as an important link in using foresight to remove roadblocks for line operators, considering daily production goals and potential scenarios.
Job Responsibility:
Serve as a subject matter expert for food processing equipment, formulations and manufacturing methods
Provide direction on process optimization and equipment utilization
Lead troubleshooting technical issues on the production floor
Facilitate NWT shift huddles, weekly “drumbeat” and other meetings to communicate performance, share challenges, solicit ideas and provide recognition
Via Standard Work, ensure centerline compliance for area of responsibility
Provide training and coaching to front-line operators to strengthen technical capability and ensure a safe and productive operation
Identify opportunities to improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), reduce waste and enhance product quality
Monitor appropriate key performance indicators (KPIs) related to Safety, Quality and Cost
Ensure material usage and weight control is measured and at standard
Ensure process and equipment operate at expected rates
Provide technical training on equipment operation, process control and troubleshooting to reduce/eliminate minor stops, downtime and scrap
Recommend and implement process improvements and new technologies
Ensure all tasks are completed safely and in compliance with all safety policies and regulations
Ensure adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP), and Company food-safety policies
Use the 5S methodology to ensure good housekeeping is impeccably maintained
Complete or verify completion of required production, process, safety or quality documents
Collaborate with site leadership, maintenance, engineering, safety and quality teams to identify and resolve production, safety or quality challenges
Partner with cross-functional teams to implement new processes, equipment, product scale-up and trials
Provide daily communication on productivity, safety and quality performance with front-line operators
Partner with Quality and Sanitation to ensure all regulatory and company quality standards are met
Requirements:
High school diploma or GED
Minimum 4 years of manufacturing experience, preferably in the food industry
Proven experience with troubleshooting processing equipment and implementation of technical solutions
Basic computer and typing skills, including Microsoft Office
Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills
Operation and reading of measuring devices, including scales, rulers and thermometers
Process and mechanical aptitude, including ability to read, understand and apply OEM and Company equipment manual and bulletin operating procedures/principles
Basic math skills, including use of a calculator
Nice to have:
College coursework
Production Lead experience
Lean Manufacturing experience
Advanced knowledge of GMP, HACCP, and food safety regulations
Advanced knowledge of OSHA and safety regulations (OSHA 10/30)
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