Cracker Processing Lead | 3rd shift | $29 / hr

SUMMARY

Reporting to the Goldfish Product Manager, this position will lead all phases of the processing lines for Goldfish production on the night owl shift. The night owl Goldfish Lead will be responsible for leadership, team development (utilizing the Campbell Leadership Model) and in achieving results for : safety performance, schedule attainment, conformance to specifications, direct labor, process yield, and meeting Annual Operating Plan (AOP) commitments. Also ensures that all food safety and quality requirements are met, including site standards, company policies and regulations. In addition, the night owl Processing Lead is responsible for identifying and leading project driven improvement teams utilizing continuous improvement tools - DOE (design of experiments), Focused Improvement, Kaizen, Six Sigma and A3 / RCA as they relate to Goldfish production improvements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• 25% of the Cracker Lead's time will be spent leading activities to improve the Safety, Reliability, Cost, and Quality of the Goldfish production lines. These improvements will come from leadership and participation of continuous improvement and lean projects.
• 25% of the Cracker Lead's time will be spent demonstrating leadership consistent with the Campbell Leadership Model and behaviors by promoting participative, open communication with team members and maintaining positive employment relations on the shift through fair, consistent interpretation and enforcement of company policies and procedures, as well as prompt resolution of associated issues.
• 20% of the Cracker Lead's time will be spent taking necessary action to meet schedule attainment, direct labor, and process yield budgetary commitments. This includes, but is not limited to, Operational Rounds and leading Daily Direction Setting meetings.
• 15% of the Cracker Lead's time will be spent ensuring strict adherence to OSHA and company safety policies and Production reporting including SAP confirmation, QA documentation, and Job Code reporting.
• 10% of the Cracker Lead's time will be spent directing scheduling, training, and daily work processes of 20 to 30 hourly production employees.
• 5% of the Cracker Lead's time will be spent on Individual Development activities.

EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE

B.A. / B.S. in Business, Food Science or related field is preferred. 1 to 3 years previous supervisory experience is preferred. Knowledge and experience with various disciplines of continuous improvement including Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Theory of Constraints, etc. is preferred. Strong interpersonal and leadership skills are required.

Computer Skills knowledge of Kronos Timekeeping software, SAP software, Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint processing software.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have the ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. They should also have the ability to apply the concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

REASONING ABILITY

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have the ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. They should also have the ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

This is NOT a bid job; applicant will be chosen based upon qualifications. Selection of applicant will be based upon ability to do the job, previous work history, attendance record and the recommendation of management. This opening will be filled without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, color, national origin, disability or status as a disabled veteran or veteran of the Vietnam Era, or any other characteristic protected by law.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The starting rate for this full-time, hourly position is $29.00.

Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. Total pay may include other forms of compensation. In addition, we offer competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more information about our total rewards package.

The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and qualified applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, including consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by law.

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