Line Lead - Bar Line - Third Shift

Lindt & Spruengli (USA) Inc.; Stratham (NH); On-site; USD 24,796 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Long-term incentives

Job summary

Lindt & Sprüngli (USA) Inc. in Stratham, NH is hiring a Line Lead to run a production line, manage shift staff, and ensure safety, quality and on-time output.

You will lead daily productivity, coordinate changes, and use root-cause analysis (5 Why/Fishbone) to resolve issues. TPM/Lean experience is preferred; strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Regularly lift up to 50 pounds and work rotating shifts as required.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably food industry.
• 2+ years of supervisory/lead experience.
• Ability to perform root cause analysis and lead TPM/Lean initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate line productivity and oversee shift staff.
• Lead and motivate line personnel; manage setup and changeovers.
• Inspect finished products and ensure quality and safety standards.
• Use 5 Why/Fishbone to identify line issues and coordinate fixes.
• Maintain line logs and participate in TPM and lean initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team management

Root cause analysis

5 Why / Fishbone

Education

High school diploma

Associate or bachelor’s degree a plus

Tools

SAP

Ignition

Brady Link 360

ADP

Job description

Who We AreAt Lindt, we are a global fast-growing consumer goods company, enchanting the world with premium chocolate. We are driven by our passion for excellence and go the extra mile ensuring that every Lindt experience is nothing short of exceptional. Our collective efforts are geared towards making a positive impact, not only in the world of premium chocolate but also in the lives of our employees, customers, and communities. Our company embraces a culture defined by the core values of Excellence, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Responsibility, and Collaboration, fostering a dynamic and collaborative environment where these principles drive our success.Position Purpose:The individual in this position is responsible for running an entire production line, and ensuring line productivity meets department standards for volume and quality. This is accomplished by assigning daily duties, overseeing line personnel and ensuring issues are addressed in a timely manner.Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities:Coordinate Line ProductivityEnsure line personnel are effectively utilized at all times; to include set up and changeovers.Leads and motivates line staff to ensure optimal productivity and work quality; provide necessary training and direction to ensure proper completion of tasks.Directs and monitors to ensure proper procedures and controls are met and training issues are communicated to the supervisor in a timely manner.Communicate shift productivity standards to line staff; to ensure volume standards are met or exceeded.Actively lead the daily shift handover meetingsVerify that lines are supplied with necessary components to meet daily production schedule.Identify line issues using root cause analysis (5 Why and Fishbone) and communicate with supervision and maintenance personnel to maximize line efficiencies.Ensure Quality & Safety StandardsResponsible for inspecting finished products to ensure they meet production/quality standards; this may include a requirement to taste product as part of daily quality audits.Ensure all Lindt & Sprungli health and safety guidelines are followed; report issues in a timely and accurate manner to management.Required to use proper safety gear when performing assigned tasksFollow all Lock Out Tag Out policies to ensure Line Lead safety and the safety of those working in the area.Oversee line staff to ensure policies and procedures are followed; address and/or escalate issues in a timely manner to management.By applying 5S methodologies, ensure work areas and equipment are maintained in a clean and sanitary condition.Actively participate in TPM teams assisting in the implementation and expansion of Lean initiatives throughout the facility.Administrative DutiesResponsible for accurate record keeping and timely submission of documents manually and/or electronically using SAP, Integrated Control System, Ignition, Brady Link 360 system and ADP.Monitor attendance for assigned shift and report line capacity issues to supervision.In partnership with Facilities, responsible for establishing and maintaining accurate record keeping logs that will communicate downtime, resolutions and preventive maintenance conducted on machine.Maintain accurate machine logs to identify efficiencies, trends, benchmark problems, issues and resolutions. Communicate consistent issues to the supervisor in a timely manner.Attend daily and weekly technical meetings to report and discuss productivity and safety issues, participate in identifying resolutions to problems and making recommendations to management.Qualifications & Requirements:Experience:2 years experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in a food industry, required2 years supervisory/lead experience, preferredRoute Cause Analysis (5 Why/Fishbone), preferredLeadership training, preferredTotal Productive Maintenance experience, preferredSkills & Knowledge:Ability to demonstrate solid operating knowledge of machinery and manufacturing equipmentStrong verbal and written communication skillsAbility to work collaborativelyAbility to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environmentBasic computer skillsBasic mechanical skillsAbility to identify line issues using Root Cause Analysis (5 Why and Fishbone) and communicate with Supervision and Maintenance to maximize line efficienciesTotal Productive Maintenance knowledgeSecond language a plusEducation:High school diplomaAssociate or bachelor’s degree a plusOther Requirements:Regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds, occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 poundsAbility to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and reach with armsDemonstrated hand/eye coordinationFlexibility to meet rotational shift changes, as requiredWeekend work, as requiredTotal Rewards:Compensation Range: $18.24 - $23.70To learn more about our benefits visit https://jobs.lindtusa.com/total-rewardsApplicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The company will not sponsor applicants for this position for work visas.Lindt USA’s salary range reflects market rates based on our size, revenue, and location. Starting pay is determined using a wide range of factors including, but not limited to, job-related skills, knowledge, and experience as well as market conditions. A bonus and/or long-term incentive may be included as part of this compensation package.Lindt and Sprüngli is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, veteran status, or any other classification protected by state, local or federal law. Applicants for this position must successfully pass a background screening and may be required to pass drug screenings as well.If you are looking to join a winning team and fast-track your career, contact us!Join us on our journey of excellence, impact, and growth #LifeAtLindt