ABS Total Quality Lead - 2nd Shift

AMERICAN BREADING & SPICE•Van Buren, AR

16h•Onsite

About The Position

This role operates or directs other workers to operate a mixing machine to blend ingredients into compounds for processing. The TQ Lead is responsible for collecting production paperwork, verifying the production room has been sanitized and swabbed, and checking the temperature, consistency, salt, and/or color of the product. They also verify the calibration of load cells and ingredients before batch mixing begins. Cleaning and sanitizing of various equipment is a key duty, as is setting an example for employees in personnel and food safety. The TQ Lead must immediately relay any problems or concerns with the product to the Department Supervisor and perform the duties of Process Techs in their absence.

Requirements

Must be able to speak, read and write in English.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions and procedure manuals.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form.
Basic knowledge of computers and the ability to input data into a computer.
Lift 50 pounds 100-200 times during the shift
Stand and/or walk for the duration of the shift
Use hands to finger, grip, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms
Talk and hear
Occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
Close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus

Nice To Haves

Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Works well in group problem solving situations.
Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification.
Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Able to read and interpret written information.
Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities.
Leadership - Inspires and motivates others to perform well.
Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures.
Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity.
Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
Attendance/Punctuality - Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance.
Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
Initiative - Asks for and offers help when needed.

Responsibilities

Collects the production paperwork and electronic pad and accessories for Batch Master.
Verifies the production room has been sanitized and swabbed.
Verifies the temperature, consistency, salt, and/or color of the product.
Verifies the calibration of load cells.
Verifies ingredients prior to the start of the batch mixing.
Cleans and sanitizes mixing tanks, kettles, pick system, pumps, pipes, blenders and/or hoppers.
Sets an example for all employees in the areas of personnel and food safety.
Immediately relays any problems or concerns with product to the Department Supervisor.
Performs job duties of the Process Techs in their absence.