Group Leader-Production/Line

Key Accountabilities and Outcomes

• Responsible for their assigned lines overall results including Safety, Food Safety & Quality, Cost, Productivity and Engagement (Line Scorecard).
• Assists the line trio to deliver Safety, Quality, Cost, Production and Engagement results.
• Ensure all associates follow all safety and food safety and quality standards.
• Ensure all quality checks are completed properly and on time.
• Responsible for documenting and updating production reports.
• Ensure the necessary materials and supplies are in place before and during production run.
• Ensure the production schedule is completed in the most cost-efficient way.
• Responsible for communicating issues throughout the shift and being part of the solution.
• Manage the sequence of events for startups, change over and shut down.
• Analyze assigned line data and work with the line trio and production leaders to prioritize identify gaps, trends and prioritize loss elimination.
• Operate machinery as necessary while maintaining the performance of the line.
• Responsible for the execution of the AM systems on the AM models assigned to them.
• Responsible for troubleshooting the equipment and making proper adjustments.
• Responsible for inspecting the equipment and completing minor repairs.
• Aid in the implementation of operation standards. Ensure that Equipment Owner II & I along with Associates understand and follow these standards.
• Ensure that Standard work, 6S and Quick changeover standards are being followed.
• Support the AM implementation of their line and develop the capabilities of their equipment owners.
• Coach equipment owner II & I along with production associates and provide regular feedback on their development needs.
• Maintain productivity metrics and product quality of the assigned line.
• Participate in Kaizen events as part of the Production Leadership team and ensure cost-saving opportunities are sustained.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferable; or 3 to 5 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Computer skills, including Microsoft Office, E-mail, and simple database applications (i.e. SAP and QDMS).
• Demonstrated leadership skills and LOTO certification in all the machines of the corresponding department.
• Proficient in performance of all Production Positions.
• Ability to read and understand English required.
• Ability to work weekends and overtime when required.
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.