Production Lead

Chobani; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Production Lead Operator to support daily operations in the brewing department. This role involves overseeing production schedules, ensuring quality standards, and training staff. The ideal candidate will have experience with PIT equipment and a strong understanding of brewing processes. Join a forward-thinking company that values quality and innovation, offering a comprehensive benefits package and a collaborative work environment. If you're ready to make a difference in a dynamic setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

401K Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Parental Leave

Mental Health Services

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Accounts

Front Loaded PTO

Qualifications

• Min. 1 Year experience operating PIT Equipment.
• Ability to work independently and in group settings.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production operations and ensure quality standards.
• Train new production staff and provide ongoing coaching.
• Interact with SAP for accurate production logs.

Skills

Operating PIT Equipment

Effective Communication

Mathematical Skills

Ability to Work Independently

Ability to Work in Fast-Paced Environment

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

SAP

Forklifts

Pallet Jacks

Job description

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The Production Lead Operator is responsible for supporting daily operations in the brewing department. The production lead will be the first in line to assist brewers, pasteurizers and operators ensuring schedules and quality standards are met. This position requires documentation in SAP and ability to track material usage, product waste and weight control. The ideal candidate should be able to operate, adjust and troubleshoot machinery as needed.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production operations, ensuring schedules are met and quality standards are maintained.
• Train new production staff and provide ongoing coaching to existing employees to enhance their skills and productivity.
• Interact with SAP, ensuring production logs and transactions are accurate.
• Experience in Start up and Shutdown of Equipment to ensure proper production cycles and lots.
• Fulfill all duties or responsibilities of a brewer, pasteurizer, and operator, including but not limited to
  • Dumping/Washing/Filling tanks and Testing concentrate.
  • Following the Brewing SOP and extraction SOP.
  • Start up and sanitation of HTST, filling totes, shut down, and CIP of HTST.
  • Visually inspect all products for foreign materials and other food safety concerns.
• Communicate changes in production, equipment malfunctions, material shortages, etc to Supervisors and Managers.
• Develop a strong working knowledge of brewing processes and machine operating to meet production goals and minimize cost downtime.
• Keep a neat and orderly work area.
• Wear all required PPE and maintain a safe working environment.
• Offer general support to all warehouse and packaging associates.
• Must be available to work flexible hours and overtime on weekends and holidays.

Requirements

• Min. 1 Year experience operating PIT Equipment (Forklifts / Pallet Jacks)
• 6 months of warehouse or machine operating experience required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in group settings.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measurement, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to reach above shoulder level, climb, balance, kneel, bend over, etc.
• Ability to use hands and fingers to assemble small objects, boxes, etc.
• Be physically active for 8 hours without becoming fatigued or out of breath.
• Stand for 8 hours a day.
• Frequently lift and or move 40+ pounds.
• Occasionally lift and or move 75+ pounds.
• Frequently push 300-400 lbs on a rolling cart, sometimes at an incline.

About Us

La Colombe is a leading coffee roaster in pursuit of excellent coffee for all since its inception in 1994. Through ethical trade with growers, advocating for equity, and empowering their communities, La Colombe continues to be a pioneer and raises the standards for outstanding quality coffee. The brand is known for providing beloved signature blends, exceptional single-origin coffees, and the world's first-ever textured canned cold latte. La Colombe operates 32 cafés across Philadelphia, New York, Chicago, Boston, Los Angeles, Austin, and Washington, D.C. La Colombe's celebrated coffees are also available in cafés, hotels, restaurants and retailers worldwide. In 2023, La Colombe was acquired by Chobani, a next-generation food and beverage company on a mission to make nutritious food accessible to all.

For more information on La Colombe, visit www.lacolombe.com.

Chobani is an equal opportunity employer. Chobani will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on any basis including, but not limited to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, military and/or veteran status, marital status, predisposing genetic characteristics and genetic information, or any other classification protected by federal, state, and local laws.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision coverage, 401K match, short- and long-term disability coverage, health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, and tuition reimbursement. We are also proud to offer specialized benefits like health care navigation, mental health services, fertility assistance, and paid parental leave as well as front loaded PTO and FTO based on location, start date and tenure and 11 Holidays each year.