About Klosterman Baking Company:

As a longstanding pillar of quality and taste since our inception in 1892, Klosterman has continuously delivered fresh, delicious bread and baked goods to communities across the Midwest. Our commitment to excellence, combined with a passion for crafting products that delight our customers, has fueled our growth and success over the years. At Klosterman, we embrace our company mission: "Bake it safe, make it better, serve it proudly together."

We are currently seeking dedicated individuals to join our team and contribute to our legacy of baking excellence. If you're ready to be part of a dynamic company with a rich history and a bright future, we invite you to explore our available opportunities and become a part of the Klosterman family, where tradition meets innovation in the world of baked goods.

Roles & Responsibilities of The Process Leader:

· Ensure all GMPs are followed​

· Directs and guides operators and team members on proper operating procedures.​

· Validate that all production standards are met within assigned area.​

· Oversees deployment of training program in work area and assigns dedicated trainers to each new employee on area process. 

· Oversees break rotation process of employees throughout work area.

· Ensure all employees in area are working safely. Identify and escalate any issues.​

· Subject matter expert for assigned area.​

· Identify and reduce waste​

· Work closely with Shift Leader on process execution​

· Expand job knowledge to other functional areas as necessary.

· Assists shift leader with labor scheduling

Metrics Measured for this Role:

· Safety​

Near Miss, lost time, and recordables​

· Quality​

Complaints, SQF, Customer audits,​

· Cost​

Waste, OT%, Efficiency, and material cost ​

· Delivery​

Customer Fulfillment​

· People​

Retention​

Training​

Core Competencies for this Role:

· Interpersonal Skills​

· Emotional intelligence​

· Working knowledge of the area processes​

· Ability to adapt to change​

· Effective communication​

· Attention to detail​

· Able to follow an execution plan​

· Willing to ask for help when needed

Development Strategies for This Role:

· Experience (prior or current)​

· Collaboration with teams to drive and adopt best practices​

· Individual development​

· Structured learning​

· In-class​

· Hybrid​

· Online​

· Lean on third party specialist​

Reinforce, Refine, and Redirect

· Recognition​

· Rewards/ Incentives​

· Structured feedback​

· Informal feedback​

· Accountability

• Medical and Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• 401k
• Life Insurance and Long Term Disability (Company Paid!)
• Upbeat and positive work environment
• Advancement Opportunities