Production Group Leader - 2nd Shift

PURPOSE STATEMENT

The purpose of a Production Group Lead is to coordinate the actions of a group of associates responsible for converting raw materials into finished goods in compliance with Rich's Manufacturing System.

The position plans and coordinates staffing, communicates expectations and schedules to the group, ensures materials, machinery, and tools are available throughout the shift, trains associates and monitors their performance, and drives continuous improvement.

The position coordinates the actions of 10-15 associates. This includes training, coaching and delegating actions for the group as appropriate, facilitates two-way communication, operates production equipment as needed, and is responsible for carrying out the directions of the Production Team Lead.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES / OUTCOMES

Safety- Provide a safe work environment for the group.

Budget- Clearly understand and execute labor standards and run rates to optimize product costs.

Food Safety- Understand food safety and GMP policies at their site and enforce those policies.

Product Quality- Understand product quality checks, complete the checks and validate that product meets quality standards.

Schedule Attainment- Coordinates people, processes, materials, and equipment to keep the line / area running. Identifying interruptions that impact schedule attainment.

Leadership- Use Rich's Great Leader Drivers to drive results and engagement with a team of production associates.

Rich Experience- Shows associates the connection between what they do and Rich's customers.

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / EXPERIENCE

• HS Diploma or GED
• 3 years of experience as a machine operator in a food-processing manufacturing organization
• Ability to lead, motivate and train associates
• Knowledge of FDA regulations, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), sanitation processes / procedures and HAACP
• Good skills to analyze problems, develop solutions and successfully implement the solutions
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to plan, organize and implement actions to drive continuous improvement
• Experience using Excel and a MRP II software, such as SAP

Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates ( Rich’s ), are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.

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