Team Leader, ON, Dairy - Lakeland (Manufacturing)
Performing daily tasks within the work area as part of the team, including:
- Being an active on-the-floor participant with associates
- Covering for unplanned absences and vacations
- Understanding and maintaining department reports and procedures
- Coordinating breaks and lunch schedules
- Overseeing equipment maintenance, PMs, and work orders
- Assisting managers with associate scheduling
- Understanding production processes and executing department requirements
- Maintaining Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
- Promoting and enforcing quality and food safety standards
- Serving as a role model for associates
- Planning and conducting job skill training, including writing Skill Breakdown Sheets (SBSs) and conducting Job Instruction Training (JIT)
- Leading and driving plant operation improvements
- Analyzing KPIs and data
- Performing responsibilities of the Department Manager/Assistant Department Manager in their absence, such as production scheduling and planning
- Performing other duties as assigned
Minimum qualifications include:
- High School diploma or equivalent
- At least 18 years old
- Ability to learn and perform all department positions
- Understanding of plant policies, practices, procedures, and requirements
- Ability to plan, organize, and follow through on assignments
- Ability to obtain and operate a forklift license
- Ability to lift over 50 pounds
- Willingness to travel for specialized training
- High level of maturity, discretion, tact, and judgment
- Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word
- Thorough knowledge of GMPs
- Ability to use industrial chemicals safely
- Basic mechanical skills
- Ability to climb ladders
- Demonstrated excellent work habits and safe working practices
- Leadership skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Good human relations skills and team orientation
- Flexibility to work any shift, including nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours
- Excellent attendance and punctuality
- Willingness to assist team members in other areas
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Ability to follow detailed instructions
- Basic math and effective communication skills
- Enthusiasm, initiative, pride in work, and commitment to Publix and its mission
Preferred qualifications include:
- Some college coursework in Business, Engineering, or Food Science
- Relevant department experience
Benefits include:
- Employee stock ownership plan with Publix stock contributions
- Option to purchase additional stock
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid Time Off and Parental Leave
- Disability insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Free hot lunches at facilities with cafeterias