Production Lead III

SK FOOD GROUP•Groveport, OH

5d•$28 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

Oversee all aspects of the production line and support areas. This role involves working on the assembly floor, ensuring staffing and throughput levels are met, training associates, conducting safety meetings, and identifying/resolving production issues. The position also requires monitoring production specifications, reviewing label information, reworking product as needed, and coordinating packaging configurations. Additionally, the role involves tracking production data in ERP/OEE systems and coaching team members.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent and at least one year of related experience and/or training are required; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Possess an understanding of SK Food Group fundamentals: Principles, Mission, Counseling process, Attendance and Basic benefits.
Good knowledge of the components and the product line (Canada and US).
Good knowledge of product specifications, pallet configuration and product placements.
Basic understanding of box erector (Pearson).
Basic understanding of slicing equipment to participate in assembly and troubleshooting.
Full understanding of floor operations to include: Component delivery, Product specs, Label Verifications, Non-Conformance, Rework, Actual versus theoretical process and Units per minute measurements and targets.
Full completion of SK Lean certification within 1 year of Lead III assignment.
Basic understanding of slicing equipment to be able to actively participate in assembly and troubleshooting.
Ability to operate the over wrapper at a Tech II level.
Ability to handle multiple lines.
Ability to coach and motivate others.
Ability to make decisions in the supervisor’s absence.
Ability to work a flexible schedule and overtime, as necessary.
Strong communication and organization skills.
Working knowledge of MS Office (Outlook and Excel specifically) is required.
Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of this position.
Training on Good Manufacturing Practices critical to the effective implementation of the Food Safety Plan and the maintenance of food safety, quality and process efficiency.
Training on how to identify food safety issues such as temperature control, cross-contamination, sanitation and cleanliness of the lines, etc., critical to the effective implementation of the Food Safety Plan and the maintenance of food safety, quality and process efficiency.

Responsibilities

Work on the line in a position where all other line associates may be monitored/directed.
Ensure staffing levels and throughput levels are achieved/ maintained.
Ensure adherence to GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) by all associates.
Train associates to be proficient in multiple positions.
Conduct daily and weekly safety meetings with all associates.
Rotate associates for cross-training throughout the shift.
Help complete Incident Reports and participate in accident investigation as needed.
Identify production issues – resolve or escalate as needed.
Communicate any issues regarding machines with Packaging Tech III.
Review Production specifications to assure correct components are brought to line and when components are out of compliance initiate a non-conformance process with Production Supervisor.
Review label information requirements in order to validate and sign off on correct information by SKU.
Rework product that does not meet specifications but still available for reworking.
Work with AVT technician (Actual versus theoretical) review paperwork to understand when component porting is out of compliance.
Monitor Units per Minute measurements against targets in RedZone to assure production line is meeting expectations around throughput.
Read Packaging specifications to determine pallet configuration (stacking) and confirm stacking meets expectations.
Coordinate builder pallet program (Half pallet program).
Track sliced meats.
Facilitate proper use of OEE (Redzone) Tablet to include starting a shift, monitoring hourly metrics, assigning problem codes and sending chats.
Track labor in X3 and input information in COGS when work order is complete.
Ensure products are built properly per customer standards.
Notify QA if any foreign objects are found on the components during the production run.
Coach and lead other Packaging Technicians and Production Line Workers.
Able to implement SK Food Group Emergency action plan.
Complete Micro holds / Allergen matrix.
Other duties as assigned.
Coaches and motivates team members.
Handle minimal Production Supervisor duties as assigned to fill in for vacation relief.