Assistant Shift Leader at LotusBakeries

Chon Buri, , Thailand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Production Supervision, Quality Control, Machine Operation, Safety Compliance, Continuous Improvement, Training, Communication, Problem Solving, Team Development, Basic Troubleshooting, 5S Practices, Kaizen, Food Safety Regulations, SAP, Leadership, Interpersonal Skills

Industry

Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Description

The Assistant Shift Leader plays a key role in supporting the Shift Leader to ensure smooth, safe, and efficient production or packing operations. You will help maintain consistent process performance, assist with manpower planning, support machine operation, and ensure full compliance with quality, safety, and 5S standards. As the first point of contact for operators, you will facilitate clear communication across the production lines and help resolve day-to-day issues to keep operations running seamlessly. In this role, you will also drive Kaizen initiatives and support Autonomous Maintenance (AM) activities to boost machine reliability and improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE). This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement while developing your leadership skills.1. Production Supervision & Coordination Support the Shift Leader in supervising daily production or packing operations. Monitor line performance to meet safety, quality, and output targets. Assist with start-ups, changeovers, and process adjustments to reduce downtime. Coordinate manpower deployment to ensure balanced workloads. Track shift KPIs and support reporting. Maintain workplace organization through 5S practices. 2. Quality Control & Process Monitoring Monitor processes to ensure product quality and consistency. Perform visual checks and in-process quality verifications. Escalate deviations or non-conformities promptly. Support corrective actions for quality and process issues. 3. Machine Operation & Maintenance Support Monitor machine performance and perform basic troubleshooting. Carry out Autonomous Maintenance tasks (cleaning, lubrication, inspections). Ensure adherence to equipment standards and AM checklists. Identify abnormalities and escalate issues to technicians. Participate in preventive maintenance and improvement activities. 4. Safety & Compliance Enforce safety rules and promote a safety-first culture. Conduct safety checks and report near misses or incidents. Ensure compliance with GMP, hygiene, and food safety standards. 5. Kaizen & Continuous Improvement Participate in Kaizen activities to improve safety, quality, and productivity. Encourage operators to propose improvement ideas. Track results of Kaizen actions, including waste and downtime reduction. Support the Shift Leader in strengthening a continuous improvement mindset. 6. Training & Team Development Assist in training and onboarding new operators. Provide daily coaching to enhance team skills and performance. Share best practices and support ongoing learning initiatives. 7. Communication & Reporting Maintain clear communication between operators and the Shift Leader. Record shift performance and issues in logbooks or SAP. Ensure accurate handover communication between shifts. Act as the Shift Leader’s deputy to coordinate with production, technical, quality, logistics, and other teams. Education (degree): Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Food Technology, or related field. Specific knowledge: Basic knowledge of FDA and food safety regulations. Understanding of FSSC22000, IFS, or BRC standards is a plus. Intermediate computer skills (Microsoft Excel, Outlook) Experience: Minimum 5 years in production, packaging, or process operation. At least 1 year of experience in a Senior Operator, Line Leader, or equivalent role preferred. Basic mechanical/electrical knowledge. Basic troubleshooting ability and problem solving. Experience with SAP, 5S, and continuous improvement practices (Kaizen, AM) is highly desirable. Language: Proficient in Thai with intermediate-level English communication skills. Personal competences: Proactive, responsible, and detail-oriented. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Able to lead by example and motivate others. Committed to safety, quality, and continuous improvement. Embraces flexibility and teamwork in a dynamic environment. Values teamwork, open dialogue, and approaches work with passion.

Responsibilities

The Assistant Shift Leader supports the Shift Leader in ensuring smooth production operations and maintaining safety and quality standards. This role involves monitoring performance, coordinating manpower, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.