2nd Shift Production Lead

Truvant•Boscobel, WI

About The Position

POSITION OBJECTIVE: Coordinate and monitor daily production for the machine process. Assist in ensuring that acceptable production rates are maintained, and customer dates are met. Serve as the first level of supervision for the Production Associates and Machine Operators.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
1-2 years supervisory experience preferred
1-2 years manufacturing experience preferred
On the job training provided
Knowledge gained through on the job training of company products, policies, and procedures
Ability to pay close attention to detail
Skill in operating various equipment as needed to perform the job
Skill in multitasking and time management
Ability to function cooperatively and effectively in a team environment with peers and personnel in other departments
Ability to keep company and customer information that is discussed or viewed while under employment with Truvant confidential
Ability to adhere to all regulatory and company policies, procedures, work instructions including but not limited to: Truvant policies, customer specific policies, ISO, GMP’s, USDA, regulatory food safety and food defense
Must be able to read documents, printouts, computer screens and other communication
Must be able to hear well enough to communicate with co-workers
Must be able to reach, touch, grasp
Must be able to stand and/or walk for prolonged periods of time
Must be able to climb, stoop/kneel, lift, pull and push
Must be able to conduct yourself in a safe manner to avoid accidents while on the production floor.
Must be able to work in various environments based on building location and products.
Level of Physical Requirements: Sedentary to medium work level; lifting and positioning weight loads up to 35 pounds

Nice To Haves

1-2 years supervisory experience preferred
1-2 years manufacturing experience preferred

Responsibilities

Ensure that all necessary supplies are continuously available for production
Responsible for machine/production line set-ups, change overs, and machine process set-up
Verify that the correct packaging material is in use
Correct all workstations errors as quickly as possible and be able to make minor adjustments and repairs on machines to keep the process operational
Monitor expected job rate hourly for productivity purposes
Work with Quality to report defective products or packaging and ensure quality requirements are being met
Accurate knowledge of production orders and labor allocation forms are required
Ensure that workstations and daily orders are ran smoothly and are working properly to ensure effective and efficient completion of daily orders
Assist with training and mentoring employees how to perform their expected tasks
Correctly complete the necessary paperwork
Ensure that the production floor is a safe environment, free from hazards
Seek continuous improvements
Other duties as assigned