Production Lead - B crew (Days) - Lawrence, KS

The Hershey Company•Edgerton, KS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Lead is an hourly role in a fast-paced food production environment at The Hershey Company’s Lawrence, Kansas location. The position helps maintain a team-oriented workplace and is responsible for tracking packaging and mixing and storage of food products, keeping the work area clean, following health and safety regulations, and performing other assigned duties. The lead oversees the production area when the Production Supervisor is absent, directs employees, and helps ensure production standards and deadlines are met. The role follows a 12-hour rotating 2-2-3 schedule. B Crew works 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., with four workdays one week (Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday) and three the next (Sunday, Wednesday, and Thursday), with every other weekend off. Shift assignment is determined by plant needs and confirmed during an interview. Starting pay is $26.50 per hour, with overtime potential. Applicants must attach a resume. The hiring process includes a phone screen, post-offer background check, and drug screen.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of hire.
Must have a high school diploma or GED.
Ability to multitask and communicate effectively.
Ability to bend, twist, and stand for an entire shift.
Must have valid work authorization and be able to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
Strong understanding of production equipment processes, plant GMPs, and safety guidelines.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally, in writing, and in front of small to large groups.
Must be willing to train and drive a forklift.

Responsibilities

Oversee the production area in the absence of the Production Supervisor.
Observe and adjust product and process flow to ensure production standards are met.
Check product quality and identify damaged or defective products.
Evaluate the quality of ingredients and finished products.
Coordinate and manage staff and other resources to meet production deadlines and standards.
Assist with employee schedules to maintain adequate staffing for production goals.
Relieve operators and other employees when needed.
Train and monitor shift employees to ensure production procedures, GMPs, and safety guidelines are followed.
Complete assigned special projects efficiently and accurately.
Make decisions and respond quickly to problems.
Lead and direct employees in the plant.
Complete reports and submit paperwork daily and on time.
Attend safety meetings and follow proper safety procedures.
Follow company good manufacturing practices.
Perform other duties as assigned.