Manufacturing Lead - Packaging

Boar's Head Brand•Jarratt, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As Lead Person -tasked with running a specific area of production in an efficient and safe manner. Needs to understand the daily schedule and communicate the information to operators. Have an understanding of product rotation – first in first out concept. Ensures orders are processed in accordance with the Boar’s Head's customer service standards. Is also familiar with; standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a warehouse, distribution center, or meat processing facility. The successful candidate will also be able to think proactively, thrive under pressure, and assist the production supervisors in achieving departmental goals and production including the ability to train others and troubleshoot issues. Your future starts here. Since 1905, Boar’s Head Brand has been the name you can trust for quality products and service. Our vision is to nourish the human spirit through the love of food. Our secret ingredient has always been our people. Each person brings a unique perspective, background, and experience to the table and this is what drives our culture of positivity, acceptance, and support. We are a company that believes we win when we work together and connect over a passion for the highest standards in food. Our secret ingredient has always been our people. Each person brings a unique perspective, background, and experience to the table. Find a career where you are valued and empowered, a place recognized as Forbes’ Best Midsize Employers, Newsweek’s Greatest Workplaces, and LinkedIn’s Top Companies to Work For.

Requirements

Employee is required to work in cold, damp environment.
Position requires having worked in leadership capacity in a manufacturing/food production environment
Must have basic oral and written communication skills
Ability to stand, reach, stoop, kneel or crouch
Ability to lift and move 50-75 pounds (with assistance, when required)
Available to work a Monday - Friday schedule, with weekend work dictated by production needs
Fork-lift/tow motor experience

Nice To Haves

Experience with Oracle systems preferred

Responsibilities

Will adhere to proper manufacturing methods to sustain Food Safety and Quality expectations.
Will collaborate and resolve issues quickly and efficiently focusing on our company's Core Values.
Responsible for performing tasks as described and assigned by the department supervisor/manager
Responsible for operating and helping to maintaining equipment within their assigned area
Assist with reporting problem situations and makes recommendations to Supervisor to enhance the efficiency of production
Must work as a team player to assist with on-the-job training, and development of other employees
Assists Supervisor in recognizing possible problems and coaches employees or makes recommendations to Supervisor for further actions
Must follow Company’s GMP’s, SOP’s, Safety, Plant rules, other policies and codes of conduct
Must be able to follow written and oral instructions
Verify accuracy of order/invoices/manifests, complete cycle counts and inventory control procedures to ensure accurate record keeping and product control
Strive to satisfy the requirements of both internal and external customers