Lead Warehouse Seasonal

Position Summary

Reporting to the Production Supervisor, the Mill Lead will be responsible for the day-to-day operations for the Milling area.

The ideal candidate will have the responsibility to achieve productivity, efficiency, cost, quality and safety objectives through both individual and team contributions. Provide direction, leadership, development and support to associates through empowerment, teamwork, continuous improvement projects and initiatives.  Must be dependable, a team player and have good communication skills.

Position Responsibilities

•        Develop and instruct employees on work assignments for shift to ensure safety, quality and production goals are met.

•        Maintain daily production log, granulation and grade sheets with accurate input and legible handwriting.

•        Ensure Food Safety standards are met by performing required checks and documentation.

•        Identify issues in the Milling process and work to resolve in a timely manner.

•        Assist in orientation of new and returning employees.

•        Teach and train all personnel in the safe and sanitary operation of the plant and equipment.

•        Monitor operation and make recommendations allowing department to safely operate at maximum efficiency with a focus on quality.

•        Regularly communicate any issues, department goals and pertinent information to employees.

•        Regularly monitor and adjust equipment to ensure quality and quantity standards are met.

•        Perform Mill color sorter checks every 4 hours and communicate any deficiencies to the Production Supervisor and QA.

•        Communicate any out of specification product to QA.

•        Monitor or replace screens when necessary to make grade

•        Supervise and direct plant sanitation on powder and flake mill cleanups.

•        Report any employee performance issues to Production Supervisor.

•        Inform Maintenance and/or Production Supervisor of any suspected machinery problems.

•        Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

•        High School Diploma or equivalency desired

•        1 – 3 years’ experience in Mill operations and/or food industry

•        6 months experience in a leadership role preferred

•        Knowledge of quality standards and sanitation procedures

•        Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

•        Knowledge of basic math and measurement principles.

•        Ability to work under pressure and make difficult decisions during critical situations.

•        Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers, management and department leads.

•        Ability to become forklift certified.

•        Ability to wear PPE.

•        Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds consistently.

•        Capable of operating all equipment and machinery required of the job.

•        Strong team player – good communication, follow-up skills, attention to detail and the ability to train others.

•        Must be available to work extended days and hours during the production season (approximately September through February).

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.