Production Lead

Davita Inc.; Mount Pleasant (WI); On-site; USD 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Mount Pleasant, WI is seeking a Production Lead for a 2nd shift role. The position involves overseeing packaging operations, ensuring quality, and leading a team of 13 members. Candidates should have food service or manufacturing experience, strong leadership skills, and the ability to meet production demands.

Benefits

Access to sought-after positions with leading employers

Dedicated placement specialists for guidance

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience in Food Service and/or Manufacturing environment is strongly desired.
• Strong Math skills, ability to read and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with team members to package products according to production standards.
• Support and lead the Packaging teams through daily production needs.
• Train, coach, and develop staff members.

Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Collaboration

Math skills

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Job description

Position Title: Production Lead



Wage: $43,680-$52,000 per year



Shift: 2nd



Hours: 3:00pm-11:00pm



QPS Employment Group has a great Production Lead position available at a company in Mount Pleasant, WI. This is a 2nd shift, direct hire position.



Production Lead Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

- Collaborate with team members to package Kringle and other related products according to production standards and demands under the guidance and direction of leadership.

- Support and lead the Packaging teams (approximately 13 team members) through daily production needs and operations. Ensure accurate and timely completion of startup and closing procedures.

- Engage team members; work with managers, supervisors and Human Resources to facilitate positive relationships with team members.

- Assist the Packaging Supervisor in overseeing the finishing and on-time packaging of products for retail stores, corporate accounts and mail order.

- Train, Coach and develop staff members, with the support and guidance of the Packaging Supervisor, and working with other leaders and Human Resources to facilitate positive relationships with assigned staff members.

- Assess and anticipate staffing needs, efficiency bottle necks, and inventory demands are proactive in setting teams, inventory and product up for success in future.

- Work to optimize operational efficiencies while ensuring the company's high-quality standards are met or exceeded.

- Ensure that all workers on the team are trained and adhere to the company's Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's).

- Ensure that all workers on the team are trained and adhere to the company's HACCP and other food safety procedures.

- Adhere to SQF guidelines by properly documenting all quality and safety checks.

- Within the guidelines of the company's maintenance program, work to troubleshoot any issues and involves maintenance to ensure equipment is available for use when needed and properly maintained.

- Ensure daily/weekly orders are being filled accurately.

- Be willing to help other departments when in need to help carry out our mission on a daily basis.

- Other related duties as assigned by management.



Production Lead Requirements:

- High School Diploma or GED; Bachelor's degree preferred.

- Experience in Food Service and/or Manufacturing environment is strongly desired.

- Previous experience in a leadership role in the food service, and/or manufacturing, or other relevant industry is preferred.

- Strong Math skills, including but not limited to the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide without the aid of a calculator.

- Ability to read and speak English.

- Ability to speak Spanish desired but not required.

- Ability to lead staff members in a collaborative and encouraging manner.

- Ability to obtain information and take a proactive approach to problem solving.

- Ability to lift 30 pounds repetitively throughout shift.

- Comfortable standing, lifting, and bending for the duration of an entire shift.

- Ability to complete repetitive motions throughout designated shift.

- Ability to Stand or Walk for extended periods of time throughout shift.



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