Team Leader, PM, Deli - Lakeland

Publix Super MarketsLakeland, FL
Onsite

About The Position

The Team Leader, PM, Deli position involves performing various tasks within the department on a daily basis, including being an on-the-floor work participant, understanding and maintaining department reports and procedures, coordinating breaks and lunch schedules, overseeing equipment maintenance, assisting managers with scheduling, understanding production requirements, and promoting quality and food safety standards. This role also includes planning and conducting job skill training, leading operational improvements, analyzing KPIs and data, and performing managerial duties in the absence of the Department Manager or Assistant Department Manager. The position requires a high school diploma, being at least 18 years old, the ability to learn and perform all department positions, understand plant policies, and possess strong organizational and follow-through skills. Additionally, the role requires obtaining a forklift license, lifting over 50 pounds, willingness to travel for training, a high level of maturity, good computer skills (Outlook, Excel, Word), thorough knowledge of GMPs, ability to use industrial chemicals, basic mechanical skills, ability to climb ladders, excellent work and safety habits, leadership skills, ability to work in a fast-paced environment, good human relations skills, flexibility to work any shift including nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours, excellent attendance and punctuality, willingness to assist other team members, ability to work independently, ability to follow instructions, basic math skills, effective communication, and a demonstrated enthusiasm, initiative, and commitment to the company's mission.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or its equivalent
  • Must be at least 18 years old
  • Must be able to learn and perform all positions in the department
  • Must be able to understand plant policies, practices, procedures, and requirements
  • Must be able to plan, organize and follow-through on assignments
  • Must be able to obtain a forklift license and operate a forklift
  • Must be able to lift in excess of 50 pounds
  • Must be willing to travel to any specialized training
  • Must have a high level of maturity, discretion, tact and judgment
  • Must have good computer and software skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word
  • Must have thorough knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) program
  • Must be able to use industrial strength chemicals
  • Must have basic mechanical skills
  • Must be able to climb ladders
  • Must demonstrate excellent work habits in line with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
  • Must demonstrate safe working habits
  • Must demonstrate leadership skills
  • Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Must have good human relations skills (the ability to work well with others and be a team player)
  • Must be able to work any shift, nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours
  • Must have excellent attendance and punctuality
  • Must be willing to assist other team members in other areas
  • Must be able to work efficiently with little or no supervision
  • Must be able to follow detailed written and verbal instructions
  • Must possess basic math skills
  • Must be able to communicate effectively
  • Must show enthusiasm, initiative, and pride in work and a commitment to Publix and our mission.

Nice To Haves

  • Some college coursework in Business, Engineering, and/or Food Science
  • Department experience related to this position

Responsibilities

  • Performing tasks in the work area on a daily basis within the team
  • Being an on-the-floor work participant with associates covering for unplanned absences and vacations
  • Understanding and maintaining all department reports and procedures
  • Coordinating breaks and lunch schedules
  • Overseeing and understanding the maintenance of equipment, PM's and work orders
  • Assisting managers with scheduling of associates
  • Understanding production and ability to execute department requirements
  • Maintaining Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
  • Promoting and enforcing quality and food safety standards
  • Being a role model for associates
  • Planning and conducting job skill training for all associates including writing Skill Breakdown Sheets (SBSs) and conducting Job Instruction Training (JIT)
  • Leading and driving improvement of plant operations
  • Analyzing and understanding KPI's and data
  • Performing the day to day tasks and responsibilities of the Department Manager/Assistant Department Manager in their absence, such as production scheduling and planning and other duties as assigned.

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Mid Level

Education Level

High school or GED

Number of Employees

5,001-10,000 employees

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