Team Leader-Operations

Work Shift:

Grave

Pay Type:

Salary

Hourly Rate (if applicable):

N/A

Targeted Base Salary Range (if applicable):

$67,800.00 - $88,200.00

JOB OVERVIEW:

The Team Leader - Operations will lead the Manufacturing team in executing safety, quality, service and performance objectives while continuously developing the skill and abilities of the team. Establishing processes that deliver sustainable results in leading team members to deliver against objectives will be a key component to this role. As a leader at Blue Diamond Growers, a fundamental part to ensure your success in the role includes collaboration with peers and the Plant Operations Manager on activities supporting operations goals and objectives for the site in addition to leading continuous improvement initiatives.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborates with Plant Operations Manager to establish, communicate, and execute measurable operations and people goals that deliver uncompromised safety, quality, service, and performance results. 
• Sets clear expectations and targets, leading a high performing team; implements systems that deliver repeatable and reliable results. 
• Measures and reports targets which are delivered through the Team Leader leading their respective team(s); ensures proper execution on a day-to-day basis.
• Organizes team and processes to meet prescribed daily targets and production schedules. 
• Coordinates proper staffing and training, leading team members, and establishing a culture of continuous improvement to maintain industry leadership.
•  Trains team to anticipates problems before they arise and leads root cause analysis when needed.
• Coaches the production team towards common objectives. 
• Participates in one-on-one coaching, team meetings, and interacts on the floor in a positive and motivational manner.
• Applies recognition and disciplinary actions as needed. 
• Develops team members for future growth and succession planning.
• Develops and implements production cost standards, customer quality standards, and safety compliance standards; removes roadblocks for their team to deliver against the standards. 
• Stays abreast of cutting-edge technology through external trade shows and benchmarking of similar facilities including professional seminars.
• Helps drive our “Zero Harm” safety systems and culture through training and communication. 
• Assigns specific duties to personnel, conduct investigations or research, write technical, informative or operational reports, work on special projects, attend and conduct meetings as required.
• Reviews reports, papers, and other records prepared by personnel for clarity, completeness, accuracy and conformance with company policies; routes approved reports and records to appropriate personnel.
• This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

WHAT YOU NEED

*Minimum qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree an accredited university/college           
• 3 years of experience leading and directing teams or 7 years of experience leading and directing teams in lieu of degree
• Must be able to function effectively as a leader or member in a team environment; able to translate concepts into concrete examples.
• Must be self-starter; demonstrated ability to produce on schedule; act in a constructive manner; strongly motivated to improve self, production department.
•  Demonstrated leadership ability through discovering and utilizing people’s capabilities, recognizing good work and earning the respect of peers and subordinates.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This is a standard manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, dust, hazardous materials, and heavy machinery in varying work and weather conditions. You may be required to occasionally climb stairs and/or ladders.

WHY BLUE DIAMOND?

In addition to working at the world’s largest, state-of-the-art almond manufacturer, we offer a safe and collaborative team environment, with numerous opportunities for free training and career advancement. Check out the BDG Benefits, Health & Wellness Guide HERE .

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Blue Diamond Growers (BDG) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. BDG provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, or genetic information. BDG also complies with all provisions of the U.S. Government's Executive Order 11246 dated September 24, 1965 and the rules, regulations and relevant orders of the Secretary of Labor.

Salary : $67,800 - $88,200