Job Description
Processing Team Leader
3rd Shift (9PM to 5AM)
Weekends and Overtime as required
Starting Wage $34.00/hr PLUS $2/hr Shift Premium
Summary Statement:
This position is responsible for coordinating and assisting in the daily and weekly activities within the Processing area. This position must supervise specific areas of the Conversion Department, assess process needs, and take appropriate steps to address the needs. This person will develop a team of processing operators and controls while coordinating the entire manufacturing process from beginning to end. While coordinating this process, Processing Team Leader will strive to achieve the KPI’s set by the Plant Manager in terms of safety, quality, cost, and delivery! The Class E Processing Team Leader must demonstrate leadership ability, outstanding social skills, clear oral and written communication skills, and a strong solid understanding of plant production process policies. This employee must be flexible and able to work extended hours to provide plant coverage whenever vital.
Primary Role and Responsibilities
Understands the manufacturing processes and interactions between the different processing functions and recognizes optimization potentials
Supports the Supervisor and Business Unit Manager in all decisions
Coordinate operators according to interpersonal needs considering specific job requirements, individual competencies and cost
Facilitates the use of reliefs during breaks for the individual processing jobs and act as a relief when necessary
Initiates corrective actions as appropriate and inform Supervisor of any deviation/variation from production plan, quality, safety, and cost goals
Ensures the rules of safety, product quality, hygiene (GMP, HACCP, and ISO) are followed
Identifies training needs of operators and participate in the development of training initiatives (cross-training)
Ensures all production data is entered and correctly followed up in relation to individual processing functions. Post production results, consumption data in SAP (direct issue)
Ensures the safety of all employees working in or around area of responsibility
Addresses and resolves all issues within the area
Participates in start-up and hand-off meetings at the start and end of shift
Ensures all processing equipment as well as facilities are properly cleaned and sanitized daily in accordance with Kraft Heinz Sanitation Procedures and Quality Expectation Standards
Communicates and resolves shift emergencies when appropriate (i.e. call-ins, safety issues)
Enters work notifications and perform appropriate follow-up
Provides feedback to fellow employees with follow-up regarding all aspects of the cream cheese process
Ensures compliance to all plant rules and policies
Support plant Quality Systems
Actively participates in the continuous improvement process
Participates in CI work groups within the processing area as well as across the plant
Reports any technical issues related to equipment and automation
Invites operators to continuously strive for improvements in regards to safety, quality, cost and delivery!
Organizes/lead meetings with operators such as Green Rooms and CI meetings
Includes other departments (maintenance, engineering, quality) for problem solving and improvements
Performs all other duties as assigned
Remarks:
Excellent knowledge and understanding of cream cheese technology and manufacturing processes
Solid understanding of continuous improvement and lean manufacturing processes
Good understanding of manufacturing cost aspects
Must demonstrate the following leadership competencies
Aim for Results
Functional/Technical Expertise in dairy (preferred)
English Language Skills – Able to speak, read, and write
Communication Skills (written and verbal)
Problem Solving
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds per NIOSH lifting equation and apply plant approved safe lifting practices for over 50 pounds
Ability to work extended hours and extended workweeks to cover the business…