Processing Team Leader - 2nd Shift

Ken's Careers•Lebanon, IN

5d•Onsite

About The Position

To oversee the daily operation of the Processing Department on a shift basis. Manage and coordinate the activities of the Process department and to deliver quality products to the Packaging line in a safe and efficient manner.

Requirements

Working knowledge of operation of different types of process equipment with varying degrees of automation.
Must possess excellent mathematical, verbal and written communication skills as well as reasoning ability
High school diploma or general education degree (GED), one year certificate from college or technical school, or two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Employment with Ken’s Foods is contingent upon successful completion of a drug test, background screening, and pre-employment assessment.

Responsibilities

Responsible for guiding the plant’s SQF certification program.
Monitor the quality and efficiency of the mixing operation
Document Processing and Process Mixer performance
Maintain a good level of communication with Quality Control, Research & Development, Packaging and Sanitation departments
Preparation of raw materials for processing
Work with manufacturing departments to ensure efficient schedules while abiding by processing rules
Assist R&D on new product development and refine existing products as necessary.
Ensure SQF standards and quality product standards as set forth by the QC Department.
Direct and supervise 30+ employees
Carry out supervisory responsibilities including, interviewing, hiring, training employees as well as addressing employee issues
Comprehend and follow process control instructions/formula recipes and procedures, including completing paperwork
Responsible for quality of products, ensuring that the correct amounts of good quality raw materials are used
Follow and enforce GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)
Coordinate with Production personnel to successfully transfer to the packaging lines
Assist in cleaning, maintaining and inventory of raw material storage areas
Ensures compliance with corporate standards and systems to monitor food safety, food safety culture, quality and facility cleanliness
Commitment to safety begins with management. Managers and frontline supervisors are accountable for creating and maintaining a culture of Safety and assuring a safe work environment
Lead by example to ensure our highest quality manufacturing practices are being met
Ensure team members follow all Ken’s Food Safety and GMP policies
Ensure all work is completed in a safe and sanitary manner
Ensure team members produce product free of contamination
Ensure team members Report any suspicious activities anywhere in or around the plant
Ensure team members Inspect work area for any possible product contamination issues on a continuous basis