Production Operator Lead

Actus Nutrition•Hutchinson, MN

2d•$21•Onsite

About The Position

At Actus Nutrition , our focus is to create high-quality ingredients designed to optimize health and nutrition. We are passionate and dedicated people. Each day, we collectively explore new, innovative ways to enhance product performance and value through our broad human and animal nutrition portfolios. We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance as well as a healthy 401(k) company match program. â⁢</pâ⁢</pThe Packaging / Production Lead is responsible for overall operation of all production line(s) or area within the department. This is accomplished by participating directly on the line and efficiently utilizing labor, materials, and machines to produce the best quality product for our customers. â⁢</pâ⁢</p Shift: Monday through Friday 6:00AM-4:00PM. Wage: $21.00 USD an hour and up based on experience

Requirements

Previous machine operator experience or equivalent skills.
Strong mechanical aptitude.
Licensed forklift operator or willingness to learn.
Basic computer skills.
Able to learn System 21, Outlook, Excel.
Previous experience in a leadership role.
The ability to speak comfortably and perform presentations or training sessions for groups of 10-20 people.

Responsibilities

Be vigilant in the monitoring of Team Members’ activities on a continual basis.
Ensure any and all PPE is issued and is being properly worn.
Actively participate in Safety Training.
Participate in the creation of Job Rotation Programs and Job Hazard Analysis for each position.
Monitor Team Member call-ins to maintain an accurate daily total of Team Members present.
Schedule each shift’s work in accordance with Master Production Schedule and the crew size to maximize output.
Ensure production meets MMR specifications.
Ensure packaging specifications and production rate standards are met/exceeded on a consistent basis.
Perform assigned inspections for quality and appearance of products produced according to required specifications, with the goal of gaining the knowledge to train other Team Members within a four to six month period.
Responsible for materials management utilizing WMS system to include yield reporting and reconciliation.
Manage changeover process to minimize downtime and meet changeover goals
Ownership of batch record packet and corrections to it.
Expected to turn batch record packet in to quality error free the same shift a work order is completed.
Any corrections must be completed and turned back in to quality immediately following end of shift.
Must be able to hold employees accountable for the batch record being accurate.
Set fill rate at 10-20% greater than the production goal rate.
Manage changeover process to minimize downtime.
With the Production Supervisors, plan the proper placement and develop a training plan for new Team Members to maximize output from those present.
Provide a good example of maturity, ambition, and company loyalty, which will aid in the proper development of other Team Members.
Aids with the implementation and the consistent enforcement of work rules, policies, protocols, specifications, and requirements identified by ACTUS.
Completes any and all daily reporting of production numbers directly, or through other Team Members, and verifies accuracy, based on total number of line items submitted per day.
Works with Quality, Maintenance, and Production Supervisors to resolve issues related to the efficient operation of a production line or area.
Ensure materials are scanned in WMS to and from line.
Provides a positive example for other Team Members by practicing good personal hygiene and following any and all Food Safety Policies required by ACTUS.