POSITION DESCRIPTION & ROLE PROFILE

POSITION TITLE:

Packaging Lead

EMPLOYMENT STATUS:

Non-Exempt

BUSINESS TITLE:

Packaging Lead

FUNCTIONAL AREA:

Operations

DIVISION:

Dole Fresh Vegetables

ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT:

Dole Fresh Vegetables

ROLE LEVEL:

W4

DEPARTMENT:

Production

MANAGER TITLE:

Production Manager

REVISION DATE:

12-04/14

WORK LOCATION:

Bessemer City

REVIEW DATE:

12/04/16

GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PRIMARY PURPOSE

The candidate within this position will work within our Ready to Eat division at Dole Fresh Vegetables, Inc. in Bessemer City, North Carolina

This position is responsible for leading and directing the daily operations in the packaging area to ensure production standards are met while producing Safe, Quality Food.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS/DUTIES OF THE POSITION

• Assure paperwork is complete, correct, and timely
• Follow schedule sequence, ensuring on-time starts and efficient changeovers
• Monitor film, carton and rework yields
• Monitor changeover and machine downtime
• Achieve schedule attainment within prescribed standards
• Achieve accuracy on harvest estimate
• Monitor breaks and lunches
• Train employees to meet operating procedures
• Assure baggers are meeting standards, such as uptime efficiencies, bags per minute, and % of standard
• Conduct tailgates and lead exercise routines at shift start each day
• Any and all other duties assigned by your Supervisor

JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES

• EXPERIENCE: Knowledge of production processes is required. Previous experience in a food processing facility is desired.
• SKILLS: Must have good communication and computer skills. Must be a self-starter and possess initiative. Must be able to lead and direct.
• ADDITIONAL: Hands-on ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented food processing environment. Required to work independently and with limited supervision. Must be able to maintain regular and acceptable attendance, follow directions, interact well with co-workers, understand and follow posted work rules/ procedures.

ROLE COMPETENCIES (To be Completed by HR)

• Functional Expertise
• Business Acumen
• Problem Solving
• Leadership
• Impact
• Interpersonal Skills/ Influence

INTERNAL & EXTERNAL RELATIONS

INTERNAL: Supervisor, Other Leads, Quality Assurance, Maintenance

EXTERNAL: Auditors

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION

Must have HS Diploma, GED, or demonstrated ability to perform required tasks.

EMPLOYEE MANAGEMENT

Leads and directs between 50-60 hourly employees.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work is performed in a cool environment with an average temperature of 34 degrees F. Concentrated chlorine and concealed ammonia is present. Work surfaces and floors may be wet. Employees are required to wear approved shoes and protective equipment. Must be able to lift up to 10 lbs. unassisted up to 1/3 of the workday, and 6 lbs. overhead as job demands. Constant standing on a concrete floor, reaching, bending, stooping, and repetitive hand movements may be required. Moving machinery, including conveyor and forklifts are in operation in the immediate area.

PLEASE NOTE, ALL CANDIDATES ARE REQUIRED TO SUBMIT A RESUME WITH THE ONLINE APPLICATION. IF THE RESUME IS NOT SUBMITTED, THE CANDIDATE WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

EEO STATEMENT: We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.

EQUIPMENT NEEDED

• Two-way radio

WORK HOUR REQUIREMENT

Ability to work overtime; some weekends are required.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

N/A

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.87 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• Holidays
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Bessemer City, NC 28016: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person