2nd Shift Production Lead Job Green Bay area,Wisconsin USA,Manufacturing / Production

Join Dairy Farmers of America (DFA), the nation's largest dairy cooperative, where you'll play a key leadership role in helping deliver high-quality dairy products to families across the country. We're looking for a dedicated Production Lead to support production operations and guide team members at our Green Bay, WI plant.

Schedule

2nd Shift - Monday through Friday, 1:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Occasional overtime based on business and production needs

Why Join DFA?

Competitive hourly pay starting at $27.00 per hour (including shift premium)
Full, comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k with company match, and more
Paid time off and holiday pay
Opportunities for training, skill development, and career advancement in a growing, team-oriented environment
Be part of a nationwide cooperative that brings quality products from our farmers to families across the country
Work in a facility committed to safety, innovation, and continuous improvement

Summary

Under the direction of the Production Supervisor, the Production Lead works closely with the employees on their team to drive the performance of the line to achieve our OEE standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Provides direction to team members including but not limited to:

Proper line set-up
Paperwork verification
Job responsibilities
Work area cleanliness
Safe job performance
Quality of production

Provides direction to idle employees during downtime

Completes and/or audits paperwork submitted by employees

Calls maintenance and warehouse for appropriate equipment or supply issues

Leads the department by example

Provides supervisor with creative ideas to solve existing and potential opportunities for improvement (safety, quality, and productivity)

Accepts responsibility for delegated tasks assigned by Supervisor

Operates machines proficiently and is willing and able to learn additional machinery as needed

Participates in at least one continuous improvement team for their line per year

Uses fundamental levels of email and computer entry software. Ability to learn basics of the SAP system.

Coordinates smooth shift transitions

Accurate inventory control of all packaging materials and finished goods pallets

Assists Supervisor to drive and test process improvements

Coordinates projects such as sorting and rework

Inspects all machinery after sanitation to ensure they are clean and assembled completely and correctly

Completes daily productivity reporting

Provides breaks to employees on the line

Operates hand jack (after certification)

Follows all safety protocols

Participates in the Safety Committee

All other duties as assigned

Education and/or Experience

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
At least 1 year experience as a Production Lead working in a food manufacturing environment or experience working at the company for at least 6 months required

Skills and Competencies

Ability to read, comprehend, and accurately follow documents such as ingredient information and batch records
Strong attention to detail
Basic proficiency in math for measuring and recording ingredients
Ability to use basic computer software systems (E21) to input and retrieve data
Ability to apply practical problem-solving skills and follow detailed instructions in both written and verbal formats
Ability to use sound judgement to handle routine issues within a standardized environment
Proactively identify safety and GMP opportunities
Requires forklift certification

Physical Demands

Standing for a majority of the shift
Lifting up to 55 pounds as required
Pushing full ingredient totes/bins short distances (max weight 320 pounds)
Maneuvering barrels of product
Accessing, climbing, and maneuvering around machinery
Walking, talking, seeing, and hearing
Using hands to handle objects, tools, or controls
Stooping, kneeling, crouching, and lifting overhead

Equal Opportunity Employer

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans

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