Packaging Lead

We have an excellent opportunity for a Packaging Lead in Scott City, MO!

Candidates must be willing to work 6:30am - 7pm and every other weekend.

I. Position Purpose

Reporting to the Production Floor Supervisor, this position is responsible for providing leadership and training while managing the workload as the leader for the Packaging department.

II. Position Responsibilities and Duties

Performing duties as directed by others to ensure the following duties are managed accurately and timely:

Packaging Responsibilities

• Maintain an efficient and safe plant environment that meets company and departmental goals.
• Develop key indicators to measure quality, productivity, and utilization.
• Train operators and support personnel as needed.
• Create a team working environment within the area.
• Evaluate performance of operations.
• Maintain necessary records for accounting functions and customer audits.
• Provide basic troubleshooting for equipment and processes.
• Provide leadership for all department personnel.
• Utilize the IMS and SPC where applicable.
• Responsible for quality of work within area.
• Maintain work environment in a clean and orderly fashion.
• Actively engage in continuous improvement programs such as SOP’s.
• Ensure proper utilization of company SOP’s.

Quality, Safety and Sanitation

• Follow all Personnel Safety policies/procedures, including the use of proper PPE, as well as ensure the safe use of required tools and equipment
• Follow all Food Safety, Quality Assurance, GMP's, Sanitation and general plant policies/procedures
• Inspect products for overall appearance according to customer and QA/Food Safety requirements and communicate with supervisor when non-conforming products are present
• Communicate all safety or environmental issues to supervisors/managers
• At end of shift, secure all equipment, perform general housekeeping duties
• Complete necessary paperwork for documenting process parameters and recordkeeping requirements

General Leadership

• Ensure all regulatory compliance.
• Follow established Human Resources procedures.
• Ensure proper training and adherence to area SOP’s.
• Assist with evaluating the performance of subordinates.
• Create a team working environment.
• Develop key indicators to measure quality and productivity.

Open Communications to be a team player and do other tasks as necessary.

III. Essential Skills

This position actively engages in daily operations and is engaged in supporting policies and procedures in accordance with the company Vision, Values, and Strategic Objectives. In addition, good oral and written communication skills, computer literacy, strong leadership skills, organizational skills, and the ability to effectively work with and direct a team environment are critical.

Education Level: High School Diploma or GED

Related Experience: Prior supervisory, team lead or foreman experience

Ability to motivate through hands-on leadership

Verbal, written and math proficiency

Packaging or process experience preferred

IV. Physical and Mental Requirements

This position requires physical and mental alertness, attentiveness and stamina for the length of an entire 8–12 hour work shift each day. Occasional to frequent lifting of 50-100 pounds, frequent changing from a seated to standing position and occasional to frequent stair climbing are all physical demands of this position. This working environment for this position will include occasional to frequent work in both extreme cold and hot weather conditions.

What we offer:

• Competitive pay with the starting rate dependent upon experience
• 100% paid employee health insurance with an effective date of the first of the month following 30 days
• Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, and Supplemental Insurance
• 401(k) eligibility after 6 months of employment, with a match of up to 3%
• Quarterly bonus potential
• Gym membership
• Steel toe boot reimbursement program
• Prescription safety glasses reimbursement

If this opportunity sounds like a fit for your experience and skill set, apply today!

SEMO Milling, LLC is a federal contractor. As a federal contractor, the Company is required to comply with federal law regarding the use of drugs and risks losing a federal monetary contract or benefit if it did not do so. As such, the Company will continue to treat marijuana, whether medical or recreational, as an unlawful substance in accordance with Federal law and the Controlled Substances Act.

Once SEMO Milling, LLC offers a position and the candidate accepts the offer, the candidate will be immediately sent to complete a urine drug test and breath alcohol test.