Assist the supervisor in directing the activities and resources of daily production including work assignments, training, break, and vacation relief for production operations positions
Assist production shifts in the absence of the supervisor
Understand each step of product flow for assigned area or through the entire facility and aid in training new and current employees
Perform all duties of an operator (e.g., maintain records, operate, shutdown, and clean all equipment)
Fill in for vacationing, sick, or otherwise vacant production positions, with little or no notice at times; department to be determined by plant needs within the scheduled shift (as possible)
Understand and support safety as the priority
Ensure all product produced is within accepted specifications
Verify equipment is running within accepted parameters
Monitor compliance with all company policies, local, state, and federal regulations
Follow and ensure all GMP, HACCP, safety, and all plant documentation and regulatory policies and procedures are followed by others. Report any nonconformance to supervisor or manager
Demonstrate good judgment in safeguarding customer, company, vendor, and employee information
Maintain a cooperative working relationship with customers, vendors, employees, and peers
Handle difficult situations diplomatically
Consistently show the ability to recognize and deal with priorities
Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, identify opportunities to improve processes
The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required
Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent
4 years of manufacturing/production experience, preferably in the dairy or consumer goods industry, coupled with demonstrated leadership attributes
Able to effectively work in a team environment
Able to legibly write entries for record keeping
Able to use company computer systems
Able to work in a fast-paced environment
Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
An Equal Opportunity Employer