Operations Specialist - Packaging Day Shift Line 4 H Team

Post Consumer Brands•Tremonton, UT

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Post Consumer Brands plant in Tremonton, Utah is part of the company's West Coast network, with more than 220 team members supplying Malt-O-Meal bag cereals, PEBBLES cereals, and more to a variety of retailers. When you join the Tremonton team, you'll be joining a group of motivated problem-solvers and safety-first culture. Experienced specialist in production or material handling that has full responsibility for the overall performance and meeting targets set for the assigned unit of operation. Capable of understanding and performing essential repairs, adjustments and performing/coordinating preventative maintenance. Responds appropriately to upset conditions. Requires considerable judgment in determining work methods, performing daily tasks, and improving processes using data driven decisions. May have full responsibility in minor projects. Provides work direction to Level 2 support team.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
1-2 years of manufacturing or related experience is a plus.
Advanced level mechanical knowledge to include the ability to learn and operate all related production equipment.
Ability to follow detailed work instructions.
Ability to provide work direction to ensure efficiency across the assigned unit.
Ability to recognize opportunities to drive improved line performance through continuous improvement.
Basic math and computer skills.
Ability to work scheduled shifts, standing, kneeling, climbing and walking for extended periods of the day; capable of repetitive gripping, pinching, lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling with weight ranges up to 50 pounds; ability to perform repeated twisting, bending and reaching of upper and lower extremities; exposure to hot and/or humid environments, heights up to 30 ft., working on ladders, and confined spaces.
Good work history and acceptable attendance.
Communication Skills: Writing & Listening Skills, Training Skills
Execution Skills: Results Oriented, Problem Solving
People Skills: Team Building
Personal Behaviors: Flexibility & Initiative
Ability to use basic hand and power tools.
Ability to work within a team environment and build positive professional relationships.
Ability to effectively communicate in both written and verbal form in English.
Ability to problem solve and deal with a variety of variables in situations where standardizations/alternatives may or may not exist.
Ability to regularly lift and carry items up to 50 lbs.
Ability to frequently stand for the duration of a 12-hour shift
Regular attendance
Willing to work overtime when needed
Good communication skills
Must work well with others
Understand the importance of and seek opportunities for continuous improvement

Responsibilities

Ensures operations within assigned unit are efficient and meet assigned targets.
Provides work direction to operator support to optimize operations.
Maintains and demonstrates a high level of technical understanding regarding individual process and impact on yield, rate, and availability.
Performs and leads timely and efficient equipment, material and product change overs within standard time and in a safe manner
Identifies, corrects or escalates performance conditions that negatively impact safety, quality, rate, yield, and uptime.
Actively participates in root cause analysis and drives corrective actions through resolution.
Thorough knowledge and understanding of SQF requirements, including ability to determine resolution of upset conditions
Supports, directs and performs Basic Equipment Care (BEC) tasks accurately and on time.
Records accurate data required for measuring overall performance of the assigned unit.
Identifies and drives continuous improvement opportunities.
Participates in all related programs improving product quality, efficiency and related preventative maintenance programs.
Supports, implements, and maintains food safety and quality practices as required through SQF, AIB or other requirements.
Maintains clean work areas, performs sanitation audits and develops action plans to correct problem areas.
Works in rotation as a member of production or distribution team.
Trains and coaches other employees learning new equipment, processes and/or procedures.
Responsible for sign off of new employee training documentation, ensuring employee is competent in assigned task.
Directs warehouse team in receiving, storage, PPA, selection and shipping
Act as back up to Operations Lead.
Participates in special projects, assignments, and trainings.
Assists in other areas of the operation upon request.