Mix/Grind and KP Production Group Leader

Company: Michael Foods
Location: Xenia
Posted on: June 12, 2021

Job Description:

Job Details Description This position is responsible for performing a variety of functions in the manufacturing of processed meat and sausage products. Accountabilities Prioritizes food quality and maintains food safety, through the vigilant application and monitoring of company GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices).Ensures all PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) for the assigned job is being used by area staff and relays to Area Supervisor and Safety Supervisor if equipment condition is not 100% or if missing. Perpetuates a "Safety First" culture.Sets up the Mix Grind/KP production line, makes adjustments to equipment as necessary to achieve a minimum of 85% OEEEnsures that supplies are correct and available for each production run and mixersAssists supervisor directing employees on daily mixer operations, KP production and packaging line; trains employees to achieve standard OEE and quality expectations.Will oversee the filling of mixers and packaging of scheduled KP production with strict adherence to product specifications and dating guidelines.Addresses complaints and attempts to resolve issues with both people and equipment; bringing to management's attention any issues that cannot be quickly resolved on the production floor.Drives continuous improvement efforts in their area of responsibility; utilizing lean tools to eliminate waste in process, time and materialsEnsures accurate record keeping of mixer sheets, production sheets, scan guns or other methods to drive accurate capturing of production data and KPI'sFollows all SQF principles pertinent to the position as specified by the SQF Practitioner.All other duties as assigned. Knowledge Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram formAbility to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situationsAbility to communicate problems or issues to production leadership to address concerns of product waste, quality or employee safetyUnderstands the basics of Lean Manufacturing; "GEAR" in order to contribute to the organization's continuous improvement efforts. Education/Experience Basic math skills, with the ability to read and writeCommunity College, High School diploma or general education degree (GED) preferredFour or more years manufacturing experience preferred QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; climb or balance; and taste or smell.The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to cold, wet and/or humid conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts.The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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