HIL - Cooler Foreman

Prairie-Farms-Dairy; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Hiland Dairy Foods Company is seeking a Foreman in Wichita, KS. This hourly lead role oversees manufacturing tasks and a team, ensuring safety, quality, and on-time project completion.

You will coordinate resources, train staff, and communicate with managers to meet production goals. The ideal candidate has strong leadership and problem-solving abilities, a solid safety background, and the stamina to work in demanding environments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; trade qualifications may help.
• Strong technical knowledge of the relevant industry.
• Proven leadership and ability to motivate workers.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to pass a drug screen and physical.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee tasks and a team of workers, including assigning tasks and providing guidance.
• Ensure team members follow safety protocols and work efficiently.
• Collaborate with managers or supervisors to allocate resources to meet project goals.
• Coordinate and schedule tasks to meet project deadlines and objectives.
• Ensure materials, equipment, and tools are available when needed.
• Oversee work quality and ensure projects meet quality standards and specifications.
• Conduct inspections and address issues promptly.
• Promote and enforce safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Maintain open communication with managers, supervisors, and team members.
• Report project progress, issues, and changes to department heads.
• Identify and resolve project-related issues and obstacles in a timely manner.
• Provide training and mentorship to team members to enhance skills and performance.
• Identify training needs and recommend relevant programs.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.

Skills

Leadership

Team motivation

Communication

Safety knowledge

Tool proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Manual Labor Wichita, KS, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 12409

The Foreman is an hourly position and reports to assigned shift shipping supervisor. A Foreman is a skilled lead responsible for overseeing manufacturing, or other work projects. This role involves coordinating tasks, ensuring safety, and facilitating efficient project execution.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee tasks and a team of workers, including assigning tasks, and providing guidance.
• Ensure that team members follow safety protocols and work efficiently.
• Collaborate with managers or supervisors to allocate resources to meet project goals.
• Coordinate and schedule tasks to meet project deadlines and objectives.
• Ensure that materials, equipment, and tools are available when needed.
• Oversee work quality and ensure that projects meet quality standards and specifications.
• Conduct inspections and address any issues promptly.
• Promote and enforce safety protocols and practices to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Maintain open and effective communication with managers, supervisors, and team members.
• Report project progress, issues, and changes to department heads.
• Identify and resolve project-related issues, conflicts, or obstacles in a timely manner.
• Provide training and mentorship to team members to enhance their skills and performance.
• Identify training needs and recommend relevant programs.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.

Qualifications and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent (relevant certifications, trade qualifications, or additional education may be preferred).
• Strong technical knowledge related to the specific industry or trade.
• Leadership and team skills, including the ability to motivate and guide workers.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective coordination and problem-solving.
• Proficiency in using industry-specific tools, equipment, and software.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and best practices in the specific industry.
• Physical stamina and the ability to work in various weather conditions or physically demanding environments.
• Must be able to pass a drug screen and physical.

Physical Demands/Working Conditions

• May be required to lift, carry, and lower items 50 pounds from a height of approximately seven feet to the ground and back continually for the duration of the shift.
• Must be able to work in very hot (more than 100 degrees) and very cold (less than 20 degrees below zero) and in a very wet and humid environment for extended periods. Exposed to noise/vibration, and chemicals.
• Required to Stand, walk, climb, bend, twist, push and pull, and reach above and below the shoulder.
• Repetition-Hand/Wrist Simple Grasping, Firm grasping.

I understand the description of this job and the essential functions, as given above. I also understand that all of the duties are not described above and that I will perform those above and other related duties as directed by my supervisor and management.

Hiland Dairy Foods Company is an equal opportunity employer

The Foreman is an hourly position and reports to assigned shift shipping supervisor. A Foreman is a skilled lead responsible for overseeing manufacturing, or other work projects. This role involves coordinating tasks, ensuring safety, and facilitating efficient project execution.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee tasks and a team of workers, including assigning tasks, and providing guidance.
• Ensure that team members follow safety protocols and work efficiently.
• Collaborate with managers or supervisors to allocate resources to meet project goals.
• Coordinate and schedule tasks to meet project deadlines and objectives.
• Ensure that materials, equipment, and tools are available when needed.
• Oversee work quality and ensure that projects meet quality standards and specifications.
• Conduct inspections and address any issues promptly.
• Promote and enforce safety protocols and practices to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Maintain open and effective communication with managers, supervisors, and team members.
• Report project progress, issues, and changes to department heads.
• Identify and resolve project-related issues, conflicts, or obstacles in a timely manner.
• Provide training and mentorship to team members to enhance their skills and performance.
• Identify training needs and recommend relevant programs.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.

Qualifications and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent (relevant certifications, trade qualifications, or additional education may be preferred).
• Strong technical knowledge related to the specific industry or trade.
• Leadership and team skills, including the ability to motivate and guide workers.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective coordination and problem-solving.
• Proficiency in using industry-specific tools, equipment, and software.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and best practices in the specific industry.
• Physical stamina and the ability to work in various weather conditions or physically demanding environments.
• Minimum age: 18
• Must be able to pass a drug screen and physical.

Physical Demands/Working Conditions

• May be required to lift, carry, and lower items 50 pounds from a height of approximately seven feet to the ground and back continually for the duration of the shift.
• Must be able to work in very hot (more than 100 degrees) and very cold (less than 20 degrees below zero) and in a very wet and humid environment for extended periods. Exposed to noise/vibration, and chemicals.
• Required to Stand, walk, climb, bend, twist, push and pull, and reach above and below the shoulder.
• Repetition-Hand/Wrist Simple Grasping, Firm grasping.

I understand the description of this job and the essential functions, as given above. I also understand that all of the duties are not described above and that I will perform those above and other related duties as directed by my supervisor and management.

Hiland Dairy Foods Company is an equal opportunity employer

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