Line Leader - Operations

fgf brands • Brownsburg, IN

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Operations Shift Leader and Operations Leader, the Line Leader - Production will provide hands-on leadership on a production shift within the plant to ensure production schedules are met safely and on time all within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.

Requirements

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience working in a manufacturing environment (food/bakery experience is desirable)
• Must be a demonstrated leader who easily interacts with others and is adept at leading and motivating a team to meet demands established by the schedule
• Must have excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication skills, along with simple mathematical abilities
• Ability to manage difficult people
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Flexible to work days, afternoons, nights & weekends if needed
• Working knowledge of GMP's, HACCP & O.S.H.A is required
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Ability to identify and suggest new opportunities (think outside the box).

Nice To Haves

• BA degree OR 1 year + of hands-on, leadership experience, preferably in manufacturing, but open to other industries
• Expereince developing people and teams
• Post-secondary education is an asset

Responsibilities

• Leads by example and fosters an environment of mutual respect and teamwork among Team Members
• Conduct pre-shift huddles and provides feedback for Team Leaders
• Responsible for leading Team Leaders in addition to production crew on one or more production lines
• Leads, coaches, mentors and trains Leaders and Team Members
• Ensures production schedules are met and deals with problems that may occur
• Co-ordinates the various department schedules, products and manpower to ensure that the production in the plant runs smoothly
• Checks throughout shift to ensure that proper methods and procedures are being used and that quality, safety, environment standards are being met
• Leads, coaches, mentors and trains Team Leaders, and other Team Members as needed
• Ensures that a safe working environment is maintained at all times by enforcing Company standards and following up on regular inspections
• Assists in all testing of new equipment, methods and or products, as well as trouble shoot processes and equipment
• Utilizes the OMS system to help achieve production targets
• Follows and enforce all GMP’s and Safety Procedures as outlined by FGF
• Trains and develops Team Members to ensure they can coordinate the line/area.
• Provides input on staffing levels and participates in sourcing and interviewing candidates.
• Ensures Cerebro (OEE Tracking Tool) is accurately working.
• Provides a fostering team environment by clearly defining and communicating to production Team Members their impact on individual and team performance.
• Hires, trains, develops and evaluates staff timely and effectively. Prepares thorough an objective Team Member Performance Review. Provides informal feedback on a regular basis.
• Demonstrate Leadership that promotes Team Member Engagement through enhanced communication and trust between team member and leader
• Acts as a backup to Shift Leader when necessary

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Health & Welfare Benefits including Vision & Dental and flexible options at competitive premiums
• 401k matching program
• Discount program - Restaurants, gyms, shopping, etc.
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree