The Production Lead role is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the syrup making process; working in conjunction with the shift supervisor to meet all Safety, Quality and Production metrics. Production Lead will be responsible for a team ranging from 20 to 25 associates, pre-shift meetings, daily direction setting and adherence to quality checks. The Production Lead needs to be able to effectively communicate and lead people, look for and suggest improvement opportunities. Also, provide facts, policies and practices related to job area to associates and across shifts.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
High School diploma or GED equivalent required
Typically requires Associate's Degree or equivalent experience
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2 - 4 years' experience in manufacturing required
Standing and walking for continuous periods
DESIRED SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE
Manufacturing experience or knowledge desired.
Computer Literate - MS Office, SAP
Manufacturing Equipment understanding and basic troubleshooting
Organization and effective communication skills.
Strong problem-solving skills
Work efficiently under stressful situations
Ability to make sound decisions with limited information
Understanding of Lean Manufacturing practices and tools
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Three (3) years of production control experience, preferably in food and beverage industry in a manufacturing environment; or five (5) years of satisfactory work experience in a fast paced, high volume work environment as a receiving coordinator, material ordering, operations leader, line leader, or an equivalent combination of training and experience
Competent in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook and Power Point)
Knowledge in Standard Operating Procedures for equipment operations including safety rules and regulations.
Mathematic skills including decimal, fractions, addition, subtraction, division, multiplication, averaging, standard deviation, percentage, formulas and basic statistical analysis
Troubleshooting and root cause analysis of problems with processes, equipment and facilities
Complying with all Company policies and procedures. Following all Company safety rules and regulations, recognizing hazards and taking appropriate corrective action.
Maintaining a clean and orderly work area.
Understanding and following written and oral instructions as well as communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Ability to participate and support cross functional teams of peers and other resources for continuous improvement and/or corrective action.
Must score satisfactory on pre-employment testing if applicable.
Education: High School diploma or equivalent, supplemented by hands-on or vocational school training,
Experience: At least 3 years
LEADERSHIP BEHAVIORS:
DRIVE INNOVATION: Generate new or unique solutions and embrace new ideas that help sustain our business
COLLABORATE WITH SYSTEM, CUSTOMERS, AND OTHER STAKEHOLDERS: Develop and leverage relationships with stakeholders to appropriately stretch and impact the System (Company and Bottler)
ACT LIKE AN OWNER: Deliver results, creating value for our brands, our System, our customers and key stakeholders
INSPIRE OTHERS: Inspire people to deliver our mission and 2020 Vision, demonstrate passion for the business and give people a reason to believe anything is possible
DEVELOP SELF AND OTHERS: Develop self and support others' development to achieve full potential