Prep Lead (3rd Shift)

Job Summary

About the role

The Lead assists in maintaining department efficiencies, supporting all assigned team members and equipment requirements during respective shifts. They guide workflow and productivity, focusing on quality and minimizing waste.

Responsibilities

• Follow and commit to meeting Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for safety, quality, production, efficiency, and service requirements.
• Follow practices and processes to provide safe products that comply with laws and regulations, meet company quality standards.
• Follow and commit to safety and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices).
• Audit the floor as required by Leader Standard Work, monitor productivity metrics, verify adherence to procedures and standard work, correct deficiencies and escalate to supervisor as necessary.
• Communicate with oncoming shifts about any problems or issues, notify supervisor immediately if issues prevent efficiency goals.
• Support Operational Excellence and participate in lean initiatives and problem solving.
• Ensure operators remain motivated and engaged, maintain highest safety protocols.
• Support production schedule compliance, identify issues and opportunities for improvement, report to Department Supervisor.
• Coordinate with Department Supervisor to provide feedback and coaching to team members as appropriate.
• Maintain records and record data on inventory management, order tracking, and material supply.
• Monitor, observe, and recommend changes to department work procedures as needed to ensure objectives are met.
• Implement and conduct training when operating procedures change and annually, as required by the training plan.
• Assist in executing action plans related to health and safety, ensuring highest levels of compliance.
• Serve on cross-functional teams to provide input and take action on special projects, as assigned.
• Conduct and document inspections and audits as required in assigned areas.

Qualifications and Experience

• High school diploma or GED; 1+ years of manufacturing experience and lead/supervisory experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Previous work experience in a fast-paced environment, preferably in the food industry.
• Basic knowledge of computer programs and ability to learn inventory control program.
• Previous training experience.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.

Required Attributes

• Self-starter who can drive initiatives forward.
• Positive attitude and motivated by team success.
• Strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Creative problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable working in fast-paced, ambiguous environments.
• Passionate about food.

Workplace Conditions and Physical Effort

• Extensive walking and standing.
• Repetitive motion (hands/wrists).
• Climb and balance.
• Occasional physical exertion, including lifting up to 50 pounds.

Core Values

• Honor Food – Creating and producing the best tasting, safest, all-natural recipes striving for perfection.
• Honor Each Other – Developing trusting, respectful, and mutually rewarding relationships with team members and business partners.
• Honor Development – Recognizing and nurturing each other’s talents, strengths, and interests to strengthen and grow the team.
• Honor Innovation – Striving for creative and sustainable ways to achieve excellence.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability
• 401K Contribution & Company Match
• PTO Accrual
• WA State Sick Leave
• Annual Accrual
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• ORCA Transportation Program
• Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave

Working Conditions and Hazards

• Manufacturing setting with exposure to heat, cold, dust, or other minor inconveniences.
• Exposure to hazards that might cause minor injuries.

Physical Demands/Efforts

• Willingness to work all shifts, weekends, and some holidays.
• Extensive walking and standing.
• Repetitive motion (hands/wrists).
• Climb and balance.
• Occasional physical exertion, including lifting up to 50 pounds.