Koji Working Leader

Kikkoman Foods; Jefferson (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Kikkoman Foods Inc. Jefferson Plant in Jefferson, Wisconsin is seeking a Working Leader on the First Shift to assign, instruct and check work under the foreman. The role emphasizes maintaining production flow and enforcing safety standards.

You will train operators, monitor productivity, and step in for the foreman when needed while upholding food safety policies and procedures. The position requires strong communication and a detail-oriented approach to daily operations.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of food manufacturing experience.
• Ability to effectively communicate.
• Highly detail oriented.
• Understanding and knowledge of basic mechanics.

Responsibilities

• Assign, instruct and check work as delegated by the foreman.
• Ensure labor is properly manned according to production schedules and reassign personnel as needed.
• Train operators in proper operation of equipment and safety procedures.
• Monitor and assist personnel and equipment for maximum productivity and efficient flow.
• Report unusual conditions to foreman and provide corrective recommendations.
• During off-shift operations, ensure safety and supervise help; carry out work assignments.
• Potentially assume foreman duties in their absence.
• Comply with food safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Effective communication

Detail oriented

Basic mechanics

Education

3+ years of food manufacturing experience

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Kikkoman Foods Inc Jefferson Plant - Jefferson, WI 53549, Job Shift: First Shift, Summary:

Under the direction of the foreman, the working leader is responsible for assigning, instructing and checking work as delegated by the foreman in each area.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Working from detail production schedules, make sure each work assignment is properly manned. Anticipate changing work schedules and reassign personnel as conditions change to achieve maximum productivity.
• Train operators in the proper operation of equipment and safety working procedures.
• Monitor and assist personnel and equipment to ensure maximum utilization of time and efficient process flow.
• Monitor and report any unusual conditions to foreman to ensure corrections can be made accordingly.
• As instructed by foreman make periodic inspections and provide recommendations.
• During off shift operations, assume responsibility for the safety and security of the plant in addition to supervising help and carrying out work assignments.
• Assume foreman’s duties in their absence.
• Comply with all departmental & company-wide food safety policies & procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Education & Training:

• 3+ years of food manufacturing experience

Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to effectively communicate
• Highly detail oriented
• Understanding and knowledge of basic mechanics

Physical & Behavioral:

• Frequently is required to sit, stand, walk, talk and hear
• Frequently required to reach above shoulders, climb, work at heights, crouch, stoop or kneel
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds usually from floor to waist level, and able to lift 25 pounds repetitively at or above shoulder height
• Ability to work under conditions of high temperature and high humidity for extended periods of time
• Kikkoman expects all employees to behave and communicate in a manner which will facilitate good relations with customers, clients, co-workers and supervisors; maintaining a positive work atmosphere

The requirements listed above must be representative of the knowledge, skills, minimum education, training, licensure, experience, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. I have reviewed the above job description and understand the job duties that are accurately defined within.