Assistant Team Leader

Armstrong Group•Lockhart, AL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Ziegenfelder Company is seeking an Assistant Team Leader to supervise production teams in the absence of the Team Leader. This role is responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient operation of production lines, producing quality Ziegenfelder treats, and leading the team in a manner consistent with Ziegenfelder Values. The Assistant Team Leader will support Safety, Quality, and Operation Teams, ensure environmental and safety expectations are followed, and complete necessary production paperwork. This position also involves undertaking corrective/preventative actions for safety or quality events, functioning as an Operator when the Team Leader is present, and assisting in training new personnel. The role also ensures quality standards are met and assists Maintenance with machine operational condition.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
1+ years of experience in management or leadership role required, preferably in the food manufacturing environment.
Ability to motivate and lead in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

1-3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment highly preferred.
Mechanical or operational background, in addition to the above qualifications, is a plus.

Responsibilities

Supervising production teams in absence of Team Leader to ensure safe and efficient operation of production lines, producing quality Ziegenfelder treats for delivery to customers.
Leading and driving a team in a manner consistent with Ziegenfelder Values.
Supporting Safety, Quality and the Operation Teams to produce and package quality Ziegenfelder treats.
Ensuring that environmental and safety expectations are followed during the shift and that exceptions, needs or opportunities are addressed and shared via our Event Management application.
Verifying production paperwork to confirm completion, and accuracy, of raw material usage logs, metal detector calibrations, and product quality checks.
Undertaking proper corrective/preventative actions when there is a safety, quality or defective product event.
Functions as an Operator on days Team Leader is present.
Completes production dashboard in the absence of the Team Leader.
Follows all GMP and SQF procedures and practices.
Assists in training of new personnel.
Ensures quality standards of products are met.
Assists Maintenance to ensure machines are in proper operational condition.