Team Leader, AM - Deerfield Dairy

Publix Super Markets; Deerfield Beach (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee stock ownership plan

401(k) retirement savings plan

Group health, dental and vision plans

Paid Time Off

Tuition reimbursement

Free hot lunches (buffet-style)

Job summary

Publix Super Markets is seeking a Manufacturing Department team member in Florida to perform daily on-the-floor tasks, cover absences, and assist with scheduling and production planning. The role emphasizes GMP adherence, quality, and safety across shifts.

The position requires forklift capability, strong communication, and leadership potential to drive improvements while maintaining high attendance and punctuality.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to obtain forklift license and operate forklift.
• Must be able to follow department policies, procedures and GMPs.
• Willingness to travel for specialized training.
• Good computer skills including Outlook, Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily tasks in the work area as part of the team.
• Cover for unplanned absences and vacations.
• Assist managers with scheduling associates and production planning.
• Maintain GMPs and promote quality and food safety standards.
• Lead and drive improvements in plant operations and KPI analysis.
• Perform duties of Department Manager/Assistant in their absence.

Skills

Forklift license

Leadership skills

Team player

Communication skills

Math skills

GMP knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Some college coursework (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Excel

Word

Job description

Department

Manufacturing

Job Category

Management, Manufacturing

Description

• Performing tasks in the work area on a daily basis within the team including:
• Being an on-the-floor work participant with associates
• Covering for unplanned absences and vacations
• Understanding and maintaining all department reports and procedures
• Coordinating breaks and lunch schedules
• Overseeing and understanding the maintenance of equipment, PM's and work orders
• Assisting managers with scheduling of associates
• Understanding production and ability to execute department requirements
• Maintaining Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
• Promoting and enforcing quality and food safety standards
• Being a role model for associates
• Planning and conducting job skill training for all associates including writing Skill Breakdown Sheets (SBSs) and conducting Job Instruction Training (JIT)
• Leading and driving improvement of plant operations
• Analyzing and understanding KPI's and data
• Performing the day to day tasks and responsibilities of the Department Manager/Assistant Department Manager in their absence, such as production scheduling and planning
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or its equivalent
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must be able to learn and perform all positions in the department
• Must be able to understand plant policies, practices, procedures, and requirements
• Must be able to plan, organize and follow-through on assignments
• Must be able to obtain a forklift license and operate a forklift
• Must be able to lift in excess of 50 pounds
• Must be willing to travel to any specialized training
• Must have a high level of maturity, discretion, tact and judgment
• Must have good computer and software skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word
• Must have thorough knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) program
• Must be able to use industrial strength chemicals
• Must have basic mechanical skills
• Must be able to climb ladders
• Must demonstrate excellent work habits in line with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
• Must demonstrate safe working habits
• Must demonstrate leadership skills
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Must have good human relations skills (the ability to work well with others and be a team player)
• Must be able to work any shift, nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours
• Must have excellent attendance and punctuality
• Must be willing to assist other team members in other areas
• Must be able to work efficiently with little or no supervision
• Must be able to follow detailed written and verbal instructions
• Must possess basic math skills
• Must be able to communicate effectively
• Must show enthusiasm, initiative, and pride in work
• A commitment to Publix and our mission.

Preferred Qualifications

• Some college coursework in Business, Engineering, and/or Food Science
• Department experience related to this position

Benefits Information

• Employee stock ownership plan that contributes Publix stock to associates each year at no cost
• An opportunity to purchase additional shares of our privately-held stock
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Group health, dental and vision plans
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Free hot lunches (buffet-style) at facilities with a cafeteria
• Visit our website to see all of our benefits: https://jobs-beta.publix.com/benefits/

Year End Bonus

To reward associates for their contributions to the company for the calendar year, Publix provides a Holiday Bonus in November. In the first year of continuous employment the bonus is equal to 15 hours of pay, and in the second year of continuous employment the bonus is equal to one week’s pay if associate remains employed through issue date of the bonus check. In subsequent years, the bonus is equal to two weeks’ pay.