Lead Material Handler (3rd Shift)

Champion Foods LLC•Gaffney, SC

About The Position

The Lead Material Handler is a working lead who assists the supervisor in overseeing the production workforce to maximize production yields and provide direction on operations, quality initiatives, food safety, and equipment. The position monitors colleagues’ work and provides team leadership, expertise in material handling equipment, and practical guidance for complicated operations. The role may direct up to eight associates. The position supports material handling metrics, production scheduling and workflow, colleague training, regulatory compliance, performance feedback, and quality and continuous improvement initiatives. Work takes place in bakery and manufacturing conditions, with possible work outside the bakery and non-traditional hours as needed.

Requirements

Prior experience in a manufacturing, operational, packaging, distribution, or related industry.
Strong leadership, management, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to mentor and train others effectively.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Word, and Excel.
Ability to use Inkling, Oracle, and other software platforms as required.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate with a wide variety of colleagues and temporary workers.
Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
Strong organizational skills and ability to organize and follow through on jobs and assigned projects.
Ability to multitask and set priorities within the department.
Certification to backfill the required supported position, including completion in Inkling.
Completion of all identified leadership training modules within one year of accepting the position.
Previous experience supervising or providing work direction and coaching for team development, monitoring performance, and ensuring compliance with regulations and policies.
Previous experience operating powered industrial vehicles.

Responsibilities

Assist the supervisor with monitoring material handling metrics and making improvements or adjustments as necessary.
Create production line schedules and direct workflow and production colleagues’ activities for assigned lines.
Monitor material handling activities to ensure colleagues follow safety and food safety handling procedures.
Train new material handling colleagues and ensure they understand powered industrial vehicle functions and operate equipment correctly and safely.
Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory and technological changes affecting the food industry, including FDA, USDA, and BRC requirements; investigate and document compliance issues and provide results and recommendations to management.
Work with the supervisor to ensure compliance with company rules, policies, and procedures, and promote a safe and fair working environment for colleagues and visitors.
Participate in and facilitate team meetings.
Provide the supervisor with input on colleague performance, development, and team morale.
Collaborate with Human Resources on colleague development, performance management, policy compliance, and other HR-related issues.
Complete performance appraisals for assigned colleagues.
Support quality and continuous improvement initiatives.