Production Lead III

POSITION SPECIFICS

Reports To:  Manufacturing Supervisor

FLSA Status:  Hourly          

ROLE

SUMMARY 

Oversee all aspects of the production line and support areas.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

Assembly Floor:

• Work on the line in a position where all other line associates may be monitored/directed
• Ensure staffing levels and throughput levels are achieved/ maintained.
• Ensure adherence to GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) by all associates.
• Train associates to be proficient in multiple positions.
• Conduct daily and weekly safety meetings with all associates.
• Rotate associates for cross-training throughout the shift.
• Help complete Incident Reports and participate in accident investigation as needed.
• Identify production issues – resolve or escalate as needed.
• Communicate any issues regarding machines with Packaging Tech III
• Review Production specifications to assure correct components are brought to line and when components are out of compliance initiate a non-conformance process with Production Supervisor.
• Review label information requirements in order to validate and sign off on correct information by SKU
• Rework product that does not meet specifications but still available for reworking.
• Work with AVT technician (Actual versus theoretical) review paperwork to understand when component porting is out of compliance
• Monitor Units per Minute measurements against targets in RedZone to assure production line is meeting expectations around throughput.

Packaging: 

• Read Packaging specifications to determine pallet configuration (stacking) and confirm stacking meets expectations.
• Coordinate builder pallet program (Half pallet program).

ERP / OEE system:

• Track sliced meats.
• Facilitate proper use of OEE (Redzone) Tablet to include starting a shift, monitoring hourly metrics, assigning problem codes and sending chats. 
• Track labor in X3 and input information in COGS when work order is complete.

Miscellaneous: 

• Ensure products are built properly per customer standards.
• Notify QA if any foreign objects are found on the components during the production run.
• Coach and lead other Packaging Technicians and Production Line Workers.
• Able to implement SK Food Group Emergency action plan.
• Complete Micro holds / Allergen matrix.
• Other duties as assigned.

Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of this position.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES 

No supervisory responsibilities for this level.   Coaches and motivates team members.

Ability to handle minimal Production Supervisor duties as assigned to fill in for vacation relief. This does not include discipline above a Lead level outlined above.  

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma or equivalent and at least one year of related experience and/or training are required; or equivalent combination of education and experience. 

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS

None.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

• Possess an understanding of SK Food Group fundamentals: Principles, Mission, Counseling process, Attendance and Basic benefits.

• Good knowledge of the components and the product line (Canada and US).

• Good knowledge of product specifications, pallet configuration and product placements. 
• Basic understanding of box erector (Pearson).
• Basic understanding of slicing equipment to participate in assembly and troubleshooting.
• Full understanding of floor operations to include:
  •  Component delivery, Product specs, Label Verifications, Non-Conformance, Rework, Actual versus theoretical process and Units per minute measurements and targets
• Full completion of SK Lean certification within 1 year of Lead III assignment.
• Basic understanding of slicing equipment to be able to actively participate in assembly and troubleshooting.
• Ability to operate the over wrapper at a Tech II level.
• Ability to handle multiple lines.
• Ability to coach and motivate others.
• Ability to make decisions in the supervisor’s absence.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and overtime, as necessary.
• Strong communication and organization skills.
• Working knowledge of MS Office (Outlook and Excel specifically) is required.  

WORKING CONDITIONS

PHYSICAL DEMANDS  

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to stand; walk; talk and hear; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.   The associate must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds and frequently push or pull over 100 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and color vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT  

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the associate is occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and extreme cold (non-weather).  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

REQUIRED TRAINING

This position requires training on Good Manufacturing Practices critical to the effective implementation of the Food Safety Plan and the maintenance of food safety, quality and process efficiency. Training is also required 

on how to identify food safety issues such as temperature control, cross-contamination, sanitation and cleanliness of the lines, etc., critical to the effective implementation of the Food Safety Plan and the maintenance of food safety, quality and process efficiency.