Packaging Production Lead

Dierbergs Markets, Inc.; Natural Bridge Junction (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly paychecks

Overtime paid at time and a half

No overnight shifts

AM and PM schedules available

Ongoing training and development

Opportunities for advancement

Health benefits, pension and 401(k)

Paid vacation and personal days

Job summary

Dierbergs Markets, Inc. is seeking a Lead Associate to support the Central Kitchen packaging operations. This hands-on role supervises Associates, ensures recipes are prepared to specs, and maintains sanitation and safety standards in a cool environment.

The Lead will monitor workflow, direct daily tasks, complete required forms, and uphold GMP, training, and development opportunities while contributing to a efficient, quality-focused production team.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of warehouse or production experience with ability to lead Associates.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for a positive team environment.
• Proactive, self-directed with ability to delegate and give feedback.
• Ability to train and develop new Associates in the department.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and work in coolers/freezers (0-34°F).
• Forklift and ServSafe certifications will be provided by Dierbergs.

Responsibilities

• Assist in packaging area operations according to policy and standards.
• Oversee and direct Associates to ensure tasks meet specs.
• Handle ingredients and distribution per spec sheets and labeling requirements.
• Complete required paperwork and daily closing forms for Central Kitchen.
• Maintain sanitation and GMP compliance and safe work practices.
• Support in other kitchen areas as directed.
• Uphold general non-negotiable standards and lead by example.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Team leadership

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Education

ServSafe certification

Forklift certification

Job description

Purpose:

The Lead Associate is a hands-on, working position that reports to the Department and Assistant Department Manager. The Lead will assist in monitoring the processing and assembly and packaging of recipes while directing Associates in their daily tasks to complete recipes according to written instructions and/or specs. The Lead Associate will also be responsible for monitoring an efficient work flow, the productivity of Associates, the adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices and safety standards, and ensuring the compliance of strict sanitation and food-handling standards.

Job Functions:

• Assist in the operations of the Packaging area in accordance with Dierbergs policies, procedures and standards.
• Oversee and direct Associates.
• Properly handle ingredients and their distribution according to spec sheets, labeling and organization of ingredients according to shelf life.
• Complete required paperwork and forms such as closing checklist, production books and the daily closing sheet for the Central Kitchen.
• Must be able uphold packaging standards and sanitation guidelines.
• Assist in any area of the kitchen as directed.
• Uphold all the general non-negotiable standards and hold all Associates to such.

Benefits and Perks:

• Weekly paychecks
• Set pay increases
• Overtime paid at time and a half
• No overnight shifts required (Most shifts end by 10 p.m.)
• AM and PM schedules available, paid scheduled breaks
• Minimal Sundays
• On-going training and development
• Opportunities for advancement
• Recognition programs
• Health benefits, pension and 401(k) after qualifying period
• Paid vacation and personal days after qualifying period
• Off most holidays (New Year's Day, Christmas, Thanksgiving, Easter, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day). Holiday pay for six holidays (must meet scheduling requirements)

Qualifications:

• 1+ years of previous warehouse or production experience and demonstrated the aptitude to lead Associates (previous supervisory experience is a plus).
• Strong interpersonal skills to foster a positive team environment.
• Must be proactive and self-directed with the ability to give direction to Associates, delegate tasks, and provide Associate feedback.
• Ability to effectively train and develop new Associates in the department.
• Must be detail-oriented, have strong reading, written, and verbal communication skills and solid problem solving abilities. Basic math skills are essential.
• Must have the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work for extended periods in coolers and freezers with temperatures of 0-34 degrees.
• Ongoing bending, lifting and reaching are required along with the ability to pull and push heavy loads.
• ServSafe and forklift certification will be required (these courses will be provided by Dierbergs).

This description is representative only and is not exhaustive of the tasks an Associate in the position may be required to perform.