Team Lead Packaging

UDA - United Dairymen of Arizona•Tempe, AZ

10d•$24 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

The Packaging Team Leader will play a vital leadership role overseeing daily operations of UDA’s Packaging of powder and butter. This role will be responsible for managing the success of the plant’s production, warehouse, inventory, product quality and efficiencies, and employees.

Requirements

Experience in a lead, supervisor, or management position, preferably in a food processing or manufacturing environment
Strong project management skills with the ability to oversee and drive projects through completion in a timely, safe, and efficient manner
Player-coach leadership mentality with the ability to be hands-on while also managing a team
Ability to lead multiple business initiatives in a manufacturing environment
Strong understanding of computer programing systems including, but not limited to, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, inventory management systems, and internet browsers
Detail oriented with the ability to effectively manage and track warehouse inventory, product logistics, and efficiencies
Strong communication skills with the ability to discuss and generate business reports, business correspondence, and procedure documents
General understanding of mechanical equipment, parts, and tools
Ability to operate moving tools, equipment, and finished product up to 55lbs on a frequent basis
Basic typing skills and familiarity with computer programs
High school diploma
Ability to work safely with hazardous chemicals

Nice To Haves

Previous forklift experience, preferred

Responsibilities

Manage the daily operations of UDA’s Packaging area, including production, warehouse, inventory, food safety and quality standards, and employees.
Provide guidance and mentorship of packaging and warehouse operators in all aspects of production
Collaborate with UDA’s senior leadership on plant production, growth strategy, staffing, and facility needs
Assist in the monitoring, tracking, and reporting of data, machine efficiencies, losses, issues, and opportunities to plant production manager
Engage, empower, and supervise plant employees including leading growth initiatives, employee training, scheduling, leave requests, staffing support, disciplinary actions, and
Regularly collaborate with UDA’s quality team to enforce facility, production and food quality and safety compliance standards, including the participation of audits
Maintain accurate machine efficiencies on each product and work with employees
Occasionally assist, instruct, or mentor employees within the production lines
Resolve production and safety problems as needed and provide immediate follow up to production variances and accident investigations
Monitor the cleanliness and maintenance, oversee the completion of needed repairs
Always maintain food safety and quality standards, resolving and/or reporting compliance issues immediately.