Group Lead, Packaging

Vytalogy Wellness, LLC•Haslet, TX

19d•$26 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

The Group Lead helps lead the Packaging team and directs the performance and quality output of team members through the use of Redzone. Oversees the operating of all Packaging equipment to meet daily production goals. Compliance with all Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), SOPs, and Safety Procedures.

Requirements

Minimum of year (4) year of experience in Manufacturing/packaging or related field.
Knowledge/experience with Lean Six Sigma and 5S principles.
Experience with cGMP guidelines (food & beverage, medical device, pharmaceutical industries)
Possesses a genuine desire to work in Packaging and truly likes working within all aspects of the packaging process.
Ability to frequently lift up to 50 lbs., climb step-up ladders, and perform constant motions of scooping, wiping, raising of arms, bending, and kneeling, if needed
Ability to be exposed to nutraceutical raw materials and powders which may include allergen related items
Basic computer skills
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
High School education (HS Diploma or GED) preferred

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in Spanish strongly preferred

Responsibilities

In partnership with the Supervisor, support and maintain an environment that fosters good communication and teamwork within the department and related departments.
Trains, cross-trains, and mentors employees in all functions of production to ensure continuous improvement. Facilitates smooth rotation of employees and sets production speeds to ensure a balanced workflow.
Ensures production employees comply with all cGMPs and standard operating procedures.
Coordinates production activities, responds to, and resolves routine production problems quickly by re-assigning and training team members.
Reviews and maintains accurate batch records of production for cGMP compliance.
Performs daily close out of work orders in JDE, collects and enters all OEE reporting data.
Performs all duties in compliance with cGMPs, SOPs, safety and quality procedures.
Performs aspect(s) of the automated operation process, including but not limited to running of machine, set up / tear down, sanitizing which can include washing parts and disassemble as trained and instructed by Supervisor, in compliance with all safety and cGMPs
Responsible for ensuring each product is prepared, filled, assembled, packed, and documented according to work instructions/SOP's, batch records and cGMP guidelines and/or procedures.
Understands OEE data collection from machines and department, and able to react accordingly including elevating issue to appropriate personnel, a Lead or Supervisor
Flexibility in cross training between operation functions and other departments when needed.Knowledgeable and competent to perform break down/set up of smaller components on heavy machinery, as instructed by supervisor, in compliance with all safety and cGMP procedures
Ability to identify and raise awareness on problems and possibly provide solutions for consideration
Supports team in breaking down/setting up heavy machinery, operating various equipment, sanitization (major/minor clean)
Performs manual aspects of the operation process, including but not limited to making boxes, loading machines, hand packing product, visual and physical checks of in process and finished materials as trained and instructed by supervisor, in compliance with all safety and cGMP procedures
Learns and performs one or more aspect(s) of the automated operation process, including but not limited to running of machines, as trained and instructed by supervisor, in compliance with all safety and cGMP procedures
Properly wear Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE) as required per cGMP guidelines
Accurately enter data records in Redzone and interpret written information within the batch record
Actively utilize lean tools for process improvement
Sanitation duties: plants and grounds maintenance, facilities cleanliness, and maintenance (interior and exterior), inventory of sanitation supplies, removal of trash and proper disposal, production, and non-production (housekeeping) schedules and procedures, pest control, related procedures, trainings, enforcement, and verification. Any OPS related duties that satisfy sanitation requirements.
Perform 5S activities and maintain organization of operating areas.