Packaging Team Lead

Responsibilities

Production

• Ensure that the prepared packages make it to their designated locations, such as loading zones or into inventory.
• Must be thorough in their work.
• Attention to detail is key.
• Must be able to lift up to 25-75 lbs.
• Ensure proper specifications are on the labels.
• Ensure productivity is maximized by driving efficiencies and utilization at all times.
• Ensure Packing Operatives are motivated to maximize productivity by driving efficiencies
• Implement Packing process improvement initiatives as directed by management.
• Ensure the Focus of the Packing Operatives are based on the customer’s needs and service delivery.
• Ensure Health and Safety and Security compliance at all times within the site.
• Work in a fast-paced environment.
• Communication with Production team and Quality Control.
• Some basic math skills required.
• Good written documentation skills
• will work in some temperature controlled areas.
• Able to take direction from supervisor.
• Responsible for any other duties as assigned.
• Check the freezers and coolers every day for any products that may need to be boxed up and/or put away.
• All other duties as assigned.

Sanitation

• Keep packaging rooms neat and clean throughout the day.
• Wipe down tables and machines between products.
• No cross contamination between raw and RTE (ready to eat product).
• Thoroughly wash hands when entering packaging rooms.
• Packaging rooms must be cleaned before production can start. Please follow the correct sanitation procedures if the room is not clean.
• Complete SSOP/Pre-Op form as needed.

Skills/Abilities:

• Production leadership experience or minimally leadership experience is a Must
• Strong problem-solving and math skills.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Have a strong positive attitude.
• Self-motivated.
• Build Relationships and promote change.
• Ability to work in a team and independent working environment.
• Communicate well with co-workers and supervisors.
• Maintain excellent GMP’s (Good Manufacturing Practices).

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

• You will be working in and out of a freezer and cooler at times.
• Overtime may be required during our busy seasons.
• Must be able to lift up to 80 pounds occasionally.
• Bending/Standing/Walking/Reaching/Twisting
• Repetitive wrist, hand, and arm motions, 8+ hours per day.
• Some overhead reaching, lifting and stacking.
• Some use of stairs and step stools possible.
• Excellent hand-eye coordination.