Dairy Processing Team Leader - 3rd Shift (Starting Wage $34/hr)

Kraft Heinz•Beaver Dam, WI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Processing Team Leader coordinates and assists with daily and weekly activities in the Processing area, supervises assigned areas of the Conversion Department, assesses process needs, and takes appropriate action. The role develops processing operators and coordinates the manufacturing process from beginning to end, working toward plant KPIs for safety, quality, cost, and delivery. The employee is expected to demonstrate leadership, strong interpersonal and communication skills, and a solid understanding of plant production policies. Flexibility to work extended hours for plant coverage is required. This position works 3rd shift, 9 PM to 5 AM, with weekends and overtime as required. The starting wage is $34 per hour, plus a $2 per hour shift premium. The role is based at the Beaver Dam Plant.

Requirements

Minimum 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the cheese or dairy industry.
Excellent knowledge and understanding of cream cheese technology and manufacturing processes.
Solid understanding of continuous improvement and lean manufacturing processes.
Good understanding of manufacturing cost aspects.
Demonstrated leadership competencies, including aiming for results.
English language skills sufficient to speak, read, and write.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Problem-solving ability.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds according to the NIOSH lifting equation and to apply plant-approved safe lifting practices for loads over 50 pounds.
Ability to work extended hours and extended workweeks to meet business needs.
Ability to work effectively with all levels of internal and external stakeholders.
Advanced digital literacy, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other software programs.
Ability to understand and interpret chart data.
Self-starter able to work with minimal direction.
Adaptability to change and good change leadership skills.
Demonstrated ability to make decisions and lead people.
Ability to adhere to Kraft policies in the Employee Handbook and follow internal Kraft procedures.

Nice To Haves

Functional and technical expertise in dairy.

Responsibilities

Understand manufacturing processes and interactions among processing functions, and identify opportunities for optimization.
Support the Supervisor and Business Unit Manager in decisions.
Coordinate operators based on job requirements, individual competencies, interpersonal needs, and cost.
Arrange relief coverage for processing jobs during breaks and provide relief when needed.
Initiate corrective actions and notify the Supervisor of deviations from production plans or safety, quality, and cost goals.
Ensure compliance with safety, product quality, and hygiene requirements, including GMP, HACCP, and ISO.
Identify operator training needs and participate in training initiatives, including cross-training.
Ensure production data is entered and followed up correctly; post production results and consumption data in SAP through direct issue.
Ensure the safety of employees working in or around the area of responsibility.
Address and resolve issues within the area.
Participate in shift start-up and hand-off meetings.
Ensure processing equipment and facilities are cleaned and sanitized daily according to Kraft Heinz Sanitation Procedures and Quality Expectation Standards.
Communicate and resolve shift emergencies when appropriate, including call-ins and safety issues.
Enter work notifications and perform appropriate follow-up.
Provide feedback to fellow employees and follow up on all aspects of the cream cheese process.
Ensure compliance with plant rules and policies and support plant Quality Systems.
Participate actively in continuous improvement, including CI work groups within Processing and across the plant.
Report technical issues related to equipment and automation.
Encourage operators to pursue improvements in safety, quality, cost, and delivery.
Organize and lead operator meetings, such as Green Rooms and CI meetings.
Involve Maintenance, Engineering, Quality, and other departments in problem solving and improvement efforts.
Perform other duties as assigned.