What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Production Operator (Exton, PA) position at The Food Source International, Inc.?
BlendSource
Lead Production Operator (Exton, PA)
TFSI seeks a passionate, enthusiastic, and collaborative Production Supervisor looking to join a fast-growing company in Chester County, PA area, who is looking for an opportunity to help drive continuous improvement, establish a culture of teamwork and help drive company values & vision.
The qualified individual's primary job responsibilities will be leading the blending manufacturing team & process including pre-weigh, batching, scheduling, and warehousing. This role shall support all functions within the operations department for BlendSource, Inc. (scheduling, procurement, sales/csr, quality). The individual should have a background in food or ingredient manufacturing with training in GMPs, Safety, and Food Safety.
We offer a competitive compensation package of base salary, 401K, Health Insurance, as well as the potential for uncapped growth.
Position Responsibilities
Under the direction of the Plant Manager; the production lead will be responsible for safety, quality, and leadership of the manufacturing facility
Must be a strong leader, provide motivation and support for all day-to-day processes
Help drive and build the company, culture, and vision
Provide an environment of strong communication and culture; meet with supervisor/plant manager at an ongoing basis to support a culture of continuous improvement
Assist Plant manager in building a highly efficient and dependable manufacturing team for long term growth
Support capacity planning, efficiency, and lean manufacturing
Assist plant manager for following responsibilities include leading safety & production meetings on schedules and metrics; training and mentoring of personnel to achieve Safety, Quality, and Delivery of products through various product areas
Support and lead all hourly team members and directing team for processing of all batches and work orders related to food and ingredient manufacturing
Processing includes weigh materials, blending, entering data, and ensure compliance with specifications
Help train and coach all new employees
Ensure all products manufactured meet customer guidelines and BSI Food Safety/Quality guidelines
Ability to develop, and implement standard operating procedures & work instructions for the plant
Ensure compliance to all policies and procedures including: State, local, and federal regulations, GMPs, FDA and FSMA requirements, OSHA & safety regulations.
Assist in the scheduling of all orders to ensure deadlines are met
Ensure Food safety and quality sequencing is met
Communicating with Procurement & 3rd party warehouse to ensure raw materials are available
Order dates and delivery is on time (OTIF)
Review batch records and pick tickets to ensure proper lot control and labeling of materials
Handling of all incoming and outgoing shipments
Ensure all batches meet quality and batch specifications
Help establish a food safety and safety culture… See Something, Say Something
Zero recalls and Zero safety incidents
Provide training and guidelines for all employees for quality, safety, and operations
Help support and implement 5S and basic lean concepts
Collaborates with cross-functional departments to support operational excellence
Perform other tasks & duties regarding warehousing & food manufacturing as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities
Experience and leadership experience in blending , warehousing, or manufacturing food
Skills in basic OSHA, Food Safety (GMPs), and fast-paced manufacturing environments.
Forklift and pallet jack experience or license
Ability to operate manufacturing and inventory systems (e.g. SAP, SAGE, ORACLE, or similar)
Skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, Teams as well as prior experience working within ERP/MRP systems
Experience And Education
Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from 4-year college or university; or 4 years related experience
and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience 2 years supervising and managing in a fast-paced environment
CGMP, FDA, And/or USDA Experience Preferred
Excellent Verbal and written communication skills- Bilingual in English/Spanish a plus
Physical Requirements
Ability to operate forklift, pallet jacks, scales, blenders, manufacturing equipment
Must be able to lift 55lbs or greater
Ability to push/pull drums with the help of equipment
Must be able to stand/climb ladders
Department
Production-Manufacturing
Reports To
Plant Manager
Backup
Plant Manager
Collaborates With
Manufacturing, Quality, Customer Service, Accounting
About The Company
The Food Source International Inc. is a technical ingredient company with a pulse on what is next. Founded in 1997, we prioritize quality, clean, and safe ingredients and seasonings that provide unique solutions to technical challenges that food processors face. Our passion for improving taste, wholesomeness, and health in food is at our core. We have increased our customer base by hiring creative, forward thinking team members who are extremely customer centric. Our customers are our business. Want to learn more? Check out our website at: www.foodsourceinc.com
TFS Core Values
Collaborative Teamwork
We all play a role in the company’s success. We collaborate every day to do our part to support each other. Authentic, respectful, and inclusive conversations support our personal and professional growth. Communication happens daily, great ideas come from everyone, and this supports autonomy in our work.
Customer Centric
Each person at TFS plays a role in driving an agile business that helps to serve our customers. We value relationships of our employees, customers, and vendors. We collaborate to meet or exceed our customer’s needs.
Accountability
We are responsible for sourcing quality products that are cost-effective, and we deliver them accurately and timely. We hold each other accountable to service the customer.
Creativity
The way it has always been, is not the way it has to be. Whether it is people, process, or product, relevant innovation and curiosity in all aspects drives our motivation.
Passion
Food is our passion. The integrity in our communication and service drives our passion to ensure safe quality ingredients and seasonings.
The Food Source International offers the following benefits to full time employees:
HEALTH, VISION, DENTAL
Monday to Thursday-6:00am to 4:30pm; 7:00am to 5:30pm (overtime as required including some weekends)
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by the law.
Lead Production Operator (Exton, PA)
TFSI seeks a passionate, enthusiastic, and collaborative Production Supervisor looking to join a fast-growing company in Chester County, PA area, who is looking for an opportunity to help drive continuous improvement, establish a culture of teamwork and help drive company values & vision.
The qualified individual's primary job responsibilities will be leading the blending manufacturing team & process including pre-weigh, batching, scheduling, and warehousing. This role shall support all functions within the operations department for BlendSource, Inc. (scheduling, procurement, sales/csr, quality). The individual should have a background in food or ingredient manufacturing with training in GMPs, Safety, and Food Safety.
We offer a competitive compensation package of base salary, 401K, Health Insurance, as well as the potential for uncapped growth.
Position Responsibilities
Under the direction of the Plant Manager; the production lead will be responsible for safety, quality, and leadership of the manufacturing facility
Must be a strong leader, provide motivation and support for all day-to-day processes
Help drive and build the company, culture, and vision
Provide an environment of strong communication and culture; meet with supervisor/plant manager at an ongoing basis to support a culture of continuous improvement
Assist Plant manager in building a highly efficient and dependable manufacturing team for long term growth
Support capacity planning, efficiency, and lean manufacturing
Assist plant manager for following responsibilities include leading safety & production meetings on schedules and metrics; training and mentoring of personnel to achieve Safety, Quality, and Delivery of products through various product areas
Support and lead all hourly team members and directing team for processing of all batches and work orders related to food and ingredient manufacturing
Processing includes weigh materials, blending, entering data, and ensure compliance with specifications
Help train and coach all new employees
Ensure all products manufactured meet customer guidelines and BSI Food Safety/Quality guidelines
Ability to develop, and implement standard operating procedures & work instructions for the plant
Ensure compliance to all policies and procedures including: State, local, and federal regulations, GMPs, FDA and FSMA requirements, OSHA & safety regulations.
Assist in the scheduling of all orders to ensure deadlines are met
Ensure Food safety and quality sequencing is met
Communicating with Procurement & 3rd party warehouse to ensure raw materials are available
Order dates and delivery is on time (OTIF)
Review batch records and pick tickets to ensure proper lot control and labeling of materials
Handling of all incoming and outgoing shipments
Ensure all batches meet quality and batch specifications
Help establish a food safety and safety culture… See Something, Say Something
Zero recalls and Zero safety incidents
Provide training and guidelines for all employees for quality, safety, and operations
Help support and implement 5S and basic lean concepts
Collaborates with cross-functional departments to support operational excellence
Perform other tasks & duties regarding warehousing & food manufacturing as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities
Experience and leadership experience in blending , warehousing, or manufacturing food
Skills in basic OSHA, Food Safety (GMPs), and fast-paced manufacturing environments.
Forklift and pallet jack experience or license
Ability to operate manufacturing and inventory systems (e.g. SAP, SAGE, ORACLE, or similar)
Skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, Teams as well as prior experience working within ERP/MRP systems
Experience And Education
Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from 4-year college or university; or 4 years related experience
and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience 2 years supervising and managing in a fast-paced environment
CGMP, FDA, And/or USDA Experience Preferred
Excellent Verbal and written communication skills- Bilingual in English/Spanish a plus
Physical Requirements
Ability to operate forklift, pallet jacks, scales, blenders, manufacturing equipment
Must be able to lift 55lbs or greater
Ability to push/pull drums with the help of equipment
Must be able to stand/climb ladders
Department
Production-Manufacturing
Reports To
Plant Manager
Backup
Plant Manager
Collaborates With
Manufacturing, Quality, Customer Service, Accounting
About The Company
The Food Source International Inc. is a technical ingredient company with a pulse on what is next. Founded in 1997, we prioritize quality, clean, and safe ingredients and seasonings that provide unique solutions to technical challenges that food processors face. Our passion for improving taste, wholesomeness, and health in food is at our core. We have increased our customer base by hiring creative, forward thinking team members who are extremely customer centric. Our customers are our business. Want to learn more? Check out our website at: www.foodsourceinc.com
TFS Core Values
Collaborative Teamwork
We all play a role in the company’s success. We collaborate every day to do our part to support each other. Authentic, respectful, and inclusive conversations support our personal and professional growth. Communication happens daily, great ideas come from everyone, and this supports autonomy in our work.
Customer Centric
Each person at TFS plays a role in driving an agile business that helps to serve our customers. We value relationships of our employees, customers, and vendors. We collaborate to meet or exceed our customer’s needs.
Accountability
We are responsible for sourcing quality products that are cost-effective, and we deliver them accurately and timely. We hold each other accountable to service the customer.
Creativity
The way it has always been, is not the way it has to be. Whether it is people, process, or product, relevant innovation and curiosity in all aspects drives our motivation.
Passion
Food is our passion. The integrity in our communication and service drives our passion to ensure safe quality ingredients and seasonings.
The Food Source International offers the following benefits to full time employees:
HEALTH, VISION, DENTAL
- 401(K)
- PAID VACATION/PTO/HOLIDAYS
- TUITION REIMBURSEMENT· WELLNESS ACTIVITIES THROUGHOUT THE YEAR
Monday to Thursday-6:00am to 4:30pm; 7:00am to 5:30pm (overtime as required including some weekends)
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by the law.
