Production Lead

EP PRODUCTION LEAD

Reports to: Production Manager

1. Objective of the Position:

The assistant production supervisor is responsible for providing support to the production floor.  The role is ultimately responsible for the production of baked goods on 2 production lines, product quality, completion of production orders, GMP and HACCP compliance housekeeping as well warehousing/freezer inventory. They are also responsible for the applicable production associates on their assigned shift.  They monitor all production lines in accordance to the schedule, manpower, Quality Assurance, BRC/FSMA guidelines and safety requirements. Drive continuous improvement and engagement of associates to achieve world class results.

ll. Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for producing a quality product that meets all the Safety, FSMA/BRC, and Customer regulations
•  Coach, counsel, train and develop associate’s skills
• Establishes efficient production processes for all the company’s product lines
• Ensures that all products are in compliance with QA and FSMA/BRC regulations
• Regularly work with other supervisors in methods of improving production processes.
• Prior to shift start, reviews production schedule with the line associates and keeps them informed of any changes in product, line changes, material availability. Complete shift huddle/communication/GEMBA walks with Supervisors and associates.
• Complete any and all applicable Root Cause Analysis (RCAs) relating to safety, downtime, material loss, etc
• Assures that all recipes, bills of material, labels, tools and equipment are ready prior to production start
• Inspects production lines regularly to assure that Good Manufacturing Practices are followed
• Makes certain that production areas are kept clean of waste, debris, and liquids to avoid safety hazards.  Helps to drive and maintain a 5S methodology of sort, shine, set-in order, standardize and sustain.
• Takes disciplinary measures when an associate fails to comply with company regulations.   Drive coaching of the team to eliminate behavior that willfully violates the company policies
• Responsible for making quality products that meet all the Food Safety, FSMA/BRC, QA, and customer requirements
• Ensures that at the end of the shift all documentation pertinent to production: materials, associate hours, and counts are accurate. Completes all required information tracking and data collection.  Confirms all production into SAP system and double-checks accuracy of the information entered into the system.
• Pro-active response to down time and rapid shift and product changeovers.   Drive continuous improvement opportunities around changeovers involving maintenance, quality and the operators on shift. 
• Resolves quality problems with QA participation immediately
• Maintains effective communications between the Plant Manager and supervisors Identifies significant issues related to quality, safety, down time, production problems or any other unexpected issues
• As new products are introduced, the manager and the supervisors take a pro-active approach to learn everything about the new product and by comparison. Utilize KPI data to drive performance with associates.

·         Lead and motivate associates to maximize productivity and minimize operating costs.

·         Participate in and lead LEAN manufacturing activities as needed, kaizen, SMED, 5S, etc.  Perform GEMAB walk throughs at beginning/end of shift with other Supervisors.

• Other duties as assigned

Key Behavioral Competencies:

• Ability to recognize and encourage the behaviors that contribute to teamwork
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with all associates in a team environment
• Must be detail oriented

III. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience equivalent to:

Education/Certification: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Manufacturing or related field preferred. A combination of education, training and experience that results in demonstrated competency to perform the work may be substituted.  

IV: Experience/Knowledge/Qualifications and Skills:

• 1-2 years of supervisory experience in production, preferably in the food industry or manufacturing is required
• AIB certification a plus
• Working knowledge of computers, including MS office applications
• Willingness to work varied shifts, days, including nights (start-ups), weekends and holidays. (May be 2^nd shift predominantly)
• Demonstrated ability to motivate and train associates within a team oriented environment
• Must be self-directed and able to work without close supervision - position requires high energy and       motivation and a strong desire to drive positive change
• Strong organizational, verbal and written communication skills
• Strong leadership and team building skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Bilingual - English/Spanish is preferred
• Good communications skills, hardworking, dependable, safety conscious and bilingual
• Knowledgeable of FSMA/BRC and OSHA regulations
• Must be able to work standing or walking for long periods of time, bending and squatting occasionally, work in a fast-paced environment, and work in cold refrigerated and frozen conditions