Days Packaging Lead

KLN ENTERPRISES INC•Delano, MN

2d•$0 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

KLN Family Brands is a 3rd generation family-owned business that started in 1964 with its corporate headquarters located in Perham, MN. Together, our companies manufacture a diverse and expanding range of high-quality human and pet food products. At KLN Family Brands, our vision is that “We are a proud people-first company. We are successful because of trust-based relationships and first-rate products for our families and friends. We better the world by caring for others. We challenge. We grow. We inspire.” This role oversees the production tasks associated with the packaging area during the assigned shift, ensuring production employees have the necessary resources to perform their duties.

Requirements

General mathematical ability
Self-motivated
Learning, memorizing and executing
Willing and able to get along with others
Good judgment and reasoning abilities
Basic computer skills
Strong leadership skills
Strong communication skills
Eligible to be forklift and fall protection harness certified.

Responsibilities

Oversee the production tasks associated with that area, during assigned shift.
Ensure production employees have what is needed to perform all tasks.
Assist with trials/pilots/sample requests.
Assist in updating work instructions specific to job.
Assist with GMPs and sanitation duties.
Assist with line continuity and line efficiency.
Report issues to supervisor.
Assist with safety observations/suggestions including walkabouts in their areas.
Supports putting packaging inventory away.
Assists in training employees.
Identifies opportunities for efficiency and productivity gains.
Stays in close touch with the QA department on all quality and food safety issues.
Direct production personnel and hold accountable.
Responsible for following production schedule and is aware of change.
Attend safety trainings.
Follow all safety instructions and policies.
Report any injuries or near miss accidents to supervisor.
Report any unsafe acts or conditions to supervisor.
Wear required PPE, including hard hat and hearing protection.
Keep work area clean and free of debris.
Maintain all sanitation schedules and general cleanings.
Attend food safety trainings.
Follow all GMPs and food safety instructions.
Report food safety non-conformances to supervisor.