Production Lead I

SK Food Group; Groveport (OH); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

SK Food Group in Groveport, OH is seeking a Production Lead to oversee daily line operations and drive throughputs while maintaining GMP standards.

You will coach line workers, monitor hourly metrics, and coordinate with the team to meet production specifications and quality requirements. Regular attendance and flexibility for overtime are expected. Experience with Lean 101 or willingness to start training is preferred, along with proficiency in MS Office.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to coach production line workers and coordinate shifts.
• Basic MS Office familiarity required for reporting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production line operations to meet staffing and throughput targets.
• Ensure GMP adherence by all associates.
• Train associates to operate multiple positions.
• Lead safety meetings and rotate staff for cross-training.
• Identify production issues and elevate when needed.
• Review specifications and ensure correct components are used.

Skills

Coaching

Communication

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Job description

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Full-time Regular Hourly Groveport, OH, US

Salary Range: $19.22 To $21.53 Hourly

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SUMMARY

Oversee basic aspects of the production line operations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

Assembly Floor:

• Work on the line in a position where all other line associates may be monitored/directed
• Ensure staffing levels and throughput levels are achieved/ maintained.
• Ensure adherence to GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) by all associates.
• Train associates to be proficient in multiple positions.
• Conduct daily and weekly safety meetings with all associates.
• Rotate associates for cross-training throughout the shift.
• Help complete Incident Reports and participate in accident investigation as needed.
• Identify production issues – resolve or elevate as needed.
• Review Production specifications to assure correct components are brought to line and when components are out of compliance initiate a non-conformance process with Production Supervisor.
• Review label information requirements in order to validate and sign off on correct information by SKU
• Rework product that does not meet specifications but still available for reworking.
• Work with AVT technician (Actual versus theoretical) review paperwork to understand when component porting is out of compliance
• Monitor Units per Minute measurements against targets in RedZone to assure production line is meeting expectations around throughput.

Packaging:

• Read Packaging specifications to determine pallet configuration (stacking) and confirm stacking meets

ERP / OEE system:

• Facilitate proper use of OEE (Redzone) Tablet to include: Starting a shift, monitoring hourly metrics, assigning problem codes, sending chats
• Ensure products are built properly per customer standards.
• Notify Quality Assurance if any foreign objects are found on the components during the production run.
• Coach Production Line Workers on assigned line.
• Able to implement SK Food Group Emergency Action Plan.
• Other duties as assigned.

Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of this position.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

No supervisory responsibilities for this level. Coaches and motivates team members.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma or equivalent and manufacturing environment experience preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS

None.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

• Possess an understanding of SK Food Group fundamentals: Principles, Mission, Counseling process, Attendance and Basic benefits.
• Full understanding of floor operations to include: versus theoretical process and Units per minute measurements and targets
• Must successfully complete SK Lean 101 course. Start SK Lean certification training program.
• Basic understanding of slicing equipment to participate in assembly and troubleshooting.
• Good knowledge of the components and the product line.
• Good knowledge of product specifications, pallet configuration and product placements.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and overtime, as necessary.
• Strong communication and organization skills.
• Working knowledge of MS Office (Outlook and Excel specifically) is required.