Production Leader - 2nd Shift

• Manages all aspects of production for a value stream (one production line) in a 24/7 manufacturing operation that produces premium, fresh-baked products
• Coordinates the production and technical activities in makeup and packaging
• Directs the work activities of hourly employees
• Drives attainment of business objectives
• Guides team members to deliver results in the areas of safety, people, quality, delivery and cost
• Identifies continuous improvement opportunities and applies appropriate tools to improve results and enhance the plant's competitive position
• Drives the employee development processes
• Develops the capabilities and competencies of employees through ongoing training, coaching, and mentoring
• Promotes employee engagement, empowerment and teamwork
• Ensures full compliance with all applicable Safety, Quality and CTS, as well as Company policies and standards related to workplace conduct
• Manages manufacturing activities on one line to obtain optimum production and utilization of human resources, machines and equipment
• Develops and implements measures to improve production process, equipment efficiency and performance, and the quality of our products
• Drive value stream performance on the production line with a zero-loss mentality
• Mentor team members in the daily continuous improvement process
• Utilize metrics to meet production goals/objectives relative to safety, people, quality, delivery and cost
• Develop corrective action plans to address any inefficiencies
• Owns Daily Direction Setting (DDS) process by utilizing their team to drive efficiencies and corrective action for the daily operation of the value stream
• Maintains timekeeping and productions records, i.e. Kronos, SAP, Mini Miint
• Assesses training needs and implements effective training plans to develop and upgrade skills for hourly associates on the line
• Effectively communicates with team members keeping them well-informed regarding goals, results, initiatives, and changes
• Ensures that the line's focus is properly aligned with the larger plant goals
• Communicates cross functionally with the other leads on the shift, as well as the other shifts regarding production, staffing, maintenance or scheduling issues
• Develops and maintains the daily labor schedules for the line
• Works cross functionally with the other line leads to ensure staffing needs are met
• Will oversee FSQ team activities
• Proactively manages safety programs and initiatives
• Drives a zero injury mentality
• Develops action plans to drive risk reduction expectation to the production floor
• Interprets and enforces Company policies and procedures
• Holds employees fully accountable for complying with these standards
• Resolves employee issues, questions, and complaints
• Maintains a positive employee relations environment
• Ensures all SQF, HACCP, CTS, Safety, and calibration standards are adhered to
• Must adhere to all GMP and Food Safety Policies and Practices
• Provide back up to Product Manager for all GMP, food safety and quality policies

• Five or more years' experience working in a food manufacturing environment, and Associates degree or higher in a related field
• A minimum of 3 years previous experience managing/supervising groups of employees in a manufacturing environment
• Cross-functional experience with an understanding of delivering successful business results in the areas of schedule attainment, safety, quality, and cost
• Knowledge of OSHA standards, HACCP guidelines, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), etc.
• Ongoing passion to identify continuous improvement opportunities and lead initiatives to deliver bottom-line results
• Must be a change agent
• Should possess analytical and problem-solving skills, and ability to formulate action plans based on real data
• Experience with lean and continuous improvement tools and methodologies (A3 problem solving, RCFA, 5 Why, etc)
• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Must possess strong training/facilitation skills
• Computer proficiency in Windows-based software applications (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team environment
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Use hands, fingers and arms to reach, feel product and manipulate materials and equipment
• Walk, stoop, climb, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk and hear
• Ability to use senses to diagnose and troubleshoot problems
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and push/pull heavy loads up to 1500 pounds
• Must be able to work in a team environment
• Position is contingent on passing Powered Industrial Equipment physical and success completion of licensing requirements

competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment