Production Lead Person - 1st Shift

Responsibilities

• Train and cross-train crews.
• Ensure that necessary tools and materials are available for crews to accomplish tasks.
• Oversee crews and ensure that they are reliable, dependable, and on-time.
• Ensure cooperation among crew members.
• Maintain and improve morale and ensure crews work as a team.
• Address questions, concerns, and problems expressed by the crew.
• Train crew members about the importance of running efficiently.
• Communicate with crew members regarding performance.
• Coordinate with your supervisor and Maintenance Superintendent on any repairs or preventive maintenance done in the department.
• Communicate with necessary supervision to avoid problems between shift changes.
• Implement, maintain, and support all company policies and procedures, including safety and good housekeeping.
• Operate or assist when needed.
• Carry out Finishing Lead responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws, including:
  • Training employees.
  • Planning, assigning, and directing work.
  • Conflict resolution and team building.
  • Coaching and leading employees to improve.
  • Addressing complaints and resolving problems.
  • Documentation.
  • Setting an example of superior behavior, attitude, and performance.
• Additional duties may be assigned by management.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• One to three years prior supervisory experience.

Skills

• Language Skills:
  • Able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
  • Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.
  • Bilingual English/Spanish a plus.
• Mathematical Skills:
  • Able to read a tape measure with speed and accuracy.
  • Able to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, measurement, volume, and rate.
  • Able to apply concepts of high school math.
• Reasoning Ability:
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or graphic form.
  • Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Technical Skills:
  • Working knowledge of equipment design and capabilities to support efficient operation and training of personnel.
  • Understanding of cost issues to make daily decisions that reduce overall costs and identify areas for improvement.
  • Knowledge of Quality and Food Safety standards.
  • Familiarity with regulatory requirements, including but not limited to:
    • Wage and hour requirements.
    • Environmental and waste minimization.
    • Company policies and personnel requirements, including OSHA and EEO.