QUALITY GRADER LEAD - First Shift - New Shed

Position Summary

Responsible for the day-to-day operation of the grading line and assisting in the supervision of grading personnel.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for proper staff scheduling to accommodate during fluctuating needs throughout the year
• Train new Quality Grader's using the Company's grading standards
• Supervise with the set-up of bins and the changing of bins throughout the day
• Inform Management of any quality problems with the product
• Ensure employees have a full workload by scheduling production lines
• Sort between inferior or defective products and acceptable products place in proper bins for further processing
• Maintain clean workspace by following master sanitation schedule each day
• Perform other related duties as necessary or assigned

Education and Experience

Prior experience as a shift lead preferred.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Strong communication skills
• Self-motivated and able to function as part of a team
• Ability to utilize Human Resource Information System (HRIS) software

Physical/Environmental Demands

• Prolonged periods standing and walking
• Various repetitive movements and good manual dexterity to perform required tasks
• Exposure to airborne particles or fumes
• Expected to remain alert and attentive
• Good eyesight to ensure that potatoes are being graded to the best of the employee's ability
• Stairs will need to be climbed throughout the day to access the grading line
• Must wear safety glasses and hearing protection in designated areas
• Occasionally will need to lift up to 10 pounds

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday
First Shift - 5:45 am - 2:30 pm