Group Leader Production - Shift 3 (72291)

Ventura Coastal, LLC•Visalia, CA

7d•$34 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

The group leader is the shift supervisor’s top assistant on each shift in providing leadership to the production department. The group leader ensures that all production department employees are properly trained and are working safely and that all employees are following all food safety and personal hygiene practices. The leader advises the shift supervisor of any no standard condition along with recommendations for corrective actions. In the absence of this position, the Supervisor will perform these job duties.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED
Five (5) years of citrus manufacturing experience.
Two (2) years leadership experience.
Basic computer skills such as the ability to operate a touch screen.
Possess a valid forklift license or the ability to obtain one.
General oral and written communication skills.
Knowledge of citrus manufacturing equipment.
The ability to meet flexible and changing priorities and schedules.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual skills (English / Spanish) are a major plus.
Bilingual Spanish/English.
Forklift Licensed.
Beverage/Citrus Manufacturing Experience.
Associate degree.

Responsibilities

Train new employees in the safe, quality-oriented operation of production equipment and systems.
Walk up 3 flights of stairs to Extraction, Supervisor office, check bulk concentrate tanks and deliver samples to the lab
Communicate all issues and down time
Validate Green Water Tank level and shut done equipment running on water
Validate that all CIPs are up to date
Alert the production supervisor of any nonstandard conditions and include solutions to fix the problem(s).
Ensure that products are being produced in accordance with customer specifications.
Complete shift paperwork and documentation as necessary.
Promote safety in the department and ensure that production personnel adhere to all regulations including the wearing of all personal protective equipment.
Report all Hazards to Supervisor/Manager or enter in Industry Safe
Relieve and assist operators as necessary.
Ensure that all production personnel are following all food safety/quality and personal hygiene practices.
Use ladders to check on various production processes throughout the plant
Act professionally towards customers, vendors and guests who visit the plant.
Demonstrate reliable attendance, consistent punctuality and a conscientious attitude always.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or manager.