GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PRIMARY PURPOSE

This position is responsible for leading and directing the daily operations in the dryer room to ensure adequate handling of product to produce Safe, Quality Food.

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MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS/DUTIES OF THE POSITION

• Conduct daily inspections to ensure equipment and environment is in safe operating condition
• Review production schedule
• Calculate basket-to-pallet conversation rate by product type
• Calculate, monitor, and maintain basket requirement and inventory by product
• Ensure paperwork  is complete, correct, and timely
• Track schedule sequence and production
• Report under and over proportions by product
• Achieve schedule attainment within prescribed standards
• Monitor breaks and lunches
• Train employees to meet operating procedures
• Conduct tailgates and lead exercise routines at shift start each day
• Any and all other duties assigned by your supervisor

INTERNAL&EXTERNAL RELATIONS

INTERNAL_:  _ Supervisor, Other leads, Quality Assurance, Maintenance

EXTERNAL_: _ Auditors

Required Skills

JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES

• EXPERIENCE: Knowledge of production processes is required. Previous experience in a food processing facility is desired.
• SKILLS: Must have good communication and computer skills. Must be a self-starter and possess initiative. Must be able to lead and direct.
• ADDITIONAL: Hands-on ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented food processing environment. Required to work independently and with limited supervision. Must be able to maintain regular and acceptable attendance, follow directions, interact well with co-workers, understand and follow posted work rules/ procedures.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work is performed in a cool environment with an average temperature of 34 degrees F. Concentrated chlorine and concealed ammonia is present.  Work surfaces and floors may be wet.  Employees are required to wear approved shoes and protective equipment.  Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs. unassisted up to ½ of the workday, and 10 lbs. overhead as job demands.  Constant standing on a concrete floor, reaching, bending, stooping, and repetitive hand movements may be required.  Moving machinery, including conveyor and forklifts are in operation in the immediate area.

WORK HOUR REQUIREMENT

Ability to work overtime; some weekends are required.

Required Experience

_ EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION_

Must have HS Diploma, GED, or demonstrated ability to perform assigned tasks. Must successfully complete required work keys.

We are an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.

JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES

• EXPERIENCE: Knowledge of production processes is required. Previous experience in a food processing facility is desired.
• SKILLS: Must have good communication and computer skills. Must be a self-starter and possess initiative. Must be able to lead and direct.
• ADDITIONAL: Hands-on ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented food processing environment. Required to work independently and with limited supervision. Must be able to maintain regular and acceptable attendance, follow directions, interact well with co-workers, understand and follow posted work rules/ procedures.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work is performed in a cool environment with an average temperature of 34 degrees F. Concentrated chlorine and concealed ammonia is present.  Work surfaces and floors may be wet.  Employees are required to wear approved shoes and protective equipment.  Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs. unassisted up to ½ of the workday, and 10 lbs. overhead as job demands.  Constant standing on a concrete floor, reaching, bending, stooping, and repetitive hand movements may be required.  Moving machinery, including conveyor and forklifts are in operation in the immediate area.

WORK HOUR REQUIREMENT

Ability to work overtime; some weekends are required.