Production Lead-2nd SHIFT at Dairy Farmers of America

Archdale, North Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

12 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Production Leadership, Work Assignments, Training, Sanitation, Efficiency Maximization, GMP Compliance, HACCP Compliance, Safety Procedures, Production Goal Achievement, Equipment Operation, Record Keeping, Continuous Improvement, Teamwork, Communication, Problem Solving, Adaptability

Industry

Dairy Product Manufacturing

Description

GENERAL PURPOSE Assist the supervisor in directing the activities and resources of daily production including work assignments, training, break, and vacation relief for production operations positions. Lead a shift while ensuring production of a quality product and complete all assigned master sanitation tasks. Maximize efficiency of all equipment while minimizing turn-around times. Maintain compliance of all GMP, HACCP, safety, and all other regulatory and plant policies and procedures. Achieve all production goals or report and document all reasons targets are not met. Promote safety, maintain a sanitary food environment, and strive to improve product quality. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES · 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 Qualifications EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE · High school diploma or equivalent · 4+ years of manufacturing/production experience, preferably in the dairy or consumer goods industry, coupled with demonstrated leadership attributes · Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES · Knowledge of and skill with Microsoft Office products and company computer systems · Able to demonstrate leadership qualities as a self-starter and able to set direction · Able to work in collaboration effectively and foster good teamwork · Able to interact positively and work effectively with others (interpersonal skills) · Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing · Able to handle challenging or conflict situations with tact and professionalism · Able to assist others on more complicated aspects of their job in a safe and helpful manner · Able to follow directions and meet deadlines · Able to take appropriate steps to find solutions to problems · Able to present options and ideas to current processes or procedures · Able to interpret and apply company policies · Able to adapt and manage to change effectively · Able to perform task and duties without constant supervision · Must be able to read, write and speak English An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans

Responsibilities

This role involves assisting the supervisor in directing daily production activities, including assigning work, providing training, and ensuring shift relief coverage for production positions on the second shift. The lead must also ensure the production of quality products, maximize equipment efficiency, and maintain strict compliance with all regulatory and plant policies.