This role has responsibility to assist in achieving productivity, efficiency, customer service, cost, quality, safety and employee engagement objectives through both individual and team contributions. This is a developmental role that provides direction, leadership, development and support to direct reports through empowerment, teamwork, on-the-job assignments and continuous improvement projects and initiatives. Develops, implements and promotes safety programs and safe work practices through involvement in plant safety teams, programs and initiatives. Promotes sound employee & labor relations within the department by developing and maintaining effective organization with qualified personnel. Develops, promotes, and supports continuous improvement and other cross-functional initiatives. Will work in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
- Spend approximately 90–95% of time on the production floor actively training, educating, and developing team members and improving processes.
- Lead and supervise hourly employees, ensuring they are properly trained and consistently adhere to all safety, quality, and operational procedures.
- Communicate and enforce safety guidelines to ensure a compliant and secure work environment.
- Analyze, develop, and recommend measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and overall product quality.
- Identify opportunities to enhance efficiency through adjustments in working conditions or equipment utilization.
- Investigate and resolve work-related issues while providing guidance and support to employees in problem-solving.
- Partner with Line Leads and operators to inspect materials, equipment, and machinery, ensuring all production needs are met efficiently.
- Collaborate with management and cross-functional departments to communicate updates on production efficiency, machinery status, and workforce needs.
- Ensure strict adherence to food safety protocols and company safety policies at all times.
- Assign daily work tasks, monitor performance, and provide coaching, feedback, and corrective action when needed.
- Foster a positive, team-oriented work environment that promotes collaboration, accountability, and open communication.
- Oversee the efficient and timely completion of production and operational goals in alignment with company standards.
- Troubleshoot operational challenges, resolve conflicts, and escalate significant concerns to the Unit Manager as appropriate.
- Conduct regular safety inspections, identify potential hazards, and implement corrective measures to mitigate risks.
- Maintain and monitor product quality to ensure compliance with specifications and customer requirements.
- Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) such as productivity, quality, and safety metrics.
- Prepare and submit shift reports, providing data-driven recommendations for continuous process improvement.
- Support onboarding and ongoing training initiatives for new and existing employees.
- Promote continuous improvement by encouraging participation in professional development and skill-building opportunities.
- Schedule and manage labor resources effectively to support operational throughput and production goals.
- Develop and maintain a strong technical understanding of production processes and equipment.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support departmental and organizational objectives.
Requirements:
- Minimum 2 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
- Experience in a USDA- or FDA-regulated food processing facility required; experience with Raw and Ready-to-Eat (RTE) products preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail and process accuracy.
- Bilingual English Spanish a must.
