Manufacturing Lead - Days; 5am to 5pm

Under general supervision, this position will be responsible for leading manufacturing and production activities; assisting Operations Supervisor with the coordination of materials and/or products processing in the manufacturing facility; leading manufacturing employees and monitors output and quality of products; and assures products meet quality and delivery requirements. The Manufacturing Lead is referred to as the Manufacturing Resource Operator because they serve as a resource for the team.

Essential Functions

• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), company policies, safety policies and practices, quality standards, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Responsible at all times for ensuring that tasks are performed according to food safety, quality, and regulatory guidelines.
• Assists the Shift Supervisor by providing technical directions to the line leads and other personnel as directed by Shift Supervisor.
• Provides adequate training for personnel as necessary.
• Follows and enforces all safety, quality, GMP, and regulatory policies and guidelines.
• Reviews production schedules and priorities with the appropriate support personnel to ensure workflow is maintained.
• Reviews all in-process monitoring documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Ensures that all materials are properly identified with lot, date, and status.
• Responsible for tracking downtime using the downtime tracking system.
• Provides support for kitchen and mogul operations and packout activities as needed.

Under general supervision, this position will be responsible for leading manufacturing and production activities; assisting Operations Supervisor with the coordination of materials and/or products processing in the manufacturing facility; leading manufacturing employees and monitors output and quality of products; and assures products meet quality and delivery requirements.

Essential Functions

• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), company policies, safety policies and practices, quality standards, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Responsible at all times for ensuring that tasks are performed according to food safety, quality, and regulatory guidelines.
• Assists the Shift Supervisor by providing technical directions to the line leads and other personnel as directed by Shift Supervisor.
• Provides adequate training for personnel as necessary.
• Follows and enforces all safety, quality, GMP, and regulatory policies and guidelines.
• Reviews production schedules and priorities with the appropriate support personnel to ensure workflow is maintained.
• Reviews all in-process monitoring documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Ensures that all materials are properly identified with lot, date, and status.
• Responsible for tracking downtime using the downtime tracking system.
• Provides support for kitchen and mogul operations and packout activities as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assists with finished goods processing when as needed.
• Assists in maintaining proper housekeeping of all production areas.
• Provides input regarding employee performance reviews.
• Perform other related duties as required.

 Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Three (3) to five (5) years of technical production line operation experience in a fast-paced, lean manufacturing environment preferred.
• Prior manufacturing experience in a GMP environment (e.g., food or pharmaceutical manufacturing) required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills required.

Key Competencies & Attributes:

• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment and work effectively with a wide range of individuals.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of production procedures and documentation requirements.
• Ability to oversee, train, and develop employees, including organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments and managing performance.
• Ability to analyze and investigate information, make evaluative judgments, draw conclusions, and solve problems.
• Ability to develop, plan, and implement short- and long-range goals.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong computer skills, including MS Office Suite.
• Ability to obtain PIT (Powered Industrial Truck) certification and safely operate material handling equipment (e.g., forklifts, pallet jacks, scissor lifts).
• Ability to maintain punctuality and reliable attendance.

Working Conditions:

• Must wear appropriate personal protective equipment and clean room attire.
• Moderate physical activity, requires standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day and up to twelve (12) hours per shift.
• Must be able to lift and carry items weighing 50 pounds.
• Must be able to perform work onsite and be comfortable in a light industrial environment, including some exposure to non-toxic dust.