Manufacturing Line Lead

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Manufacturing Line Lead Regular Full-Time Indirect Labor Williamson, NY, US 4 days ago Requisition ID: 2424 Salary Range: $27.00 To $30.00 Hourly

WHO WE ARE

Baldwin Richardson Foods, Co. is a global manufacturer of custom food and beverage ingredients and one of the largest African American family-owned and-operated businesses in the food industry. The Company has strong supply relationships with some of the world’s largest Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG), Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) and Food Service customers. Iconic, global food brands entrust Baldwin Richardson Foods as their partner to deliver the highest quality products that exceed industry standards. The Company also manufactures and markets Mrs. Richardson’s Ice Cream Toppings and Nance’s Mustards and Condiments. Baldwin Richardson Foods has manufacturing locations in Macedon, NY and Williamson, NY; Corporate Offices in Oakbrook Terrace, IL and Food Innovation Center Westmont, IL. This role is located at our Williamson, NY location.

WHAT WE NEED

The Line Lead is responsible for ensuring that the assigned line/cell is running in an efficient manner. Finds solutions to problems that occur while the cell is in production and is a liaison to OPM. He/she ensures production operators receive required on the job instructions to be successful and supported in their role. Identifies if formal training or instruction is needed and communicates to leaders and training team to ensure employee is supported. This opening is for our 3rd shift - 11:00PM - 7:30AM - Monday - Friday. 3rd Shift Differential = $1.50 per hour.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Communicates issues, priorities, and workflow to Operations Performance Manager (OPM) and supervisor at shift start and throughout. Promotes Good Manufacturing Processes (GMP) and food safety practices among production operators. Manages accurate shift reporting, handoffs, and workflow updates. Monitors procedure execution by production operators. Addresses process halts, quality concerns, and compliance issues. Validates completion of HACCP and safety checks. Ensures equipment performance and organized work areas. Stays updated on standards impacting the line/cell. Validates employee knowledge and skills, offers feedback. Tracks training requirements and maintains records. Ensures accurate training materials and documentation. Collaborates on training matrices and resource planning. Provides input to improve documentation and consistency. Coordinates coverage for required training. Collaborates on refining standard procedures for productivity, safety, and quality. Participates in focus groups and leads improvement initiatives. Identifies performance improvement opportunities and communicates them. Drives implementation of new procedures and company initiatives. Provides coaching and feedback to improve team performance. Coaches production operators on tasks and behaviors. May fill in for Production Supervisor on an as needed basis.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL

Self-starter and disciplined. Motivated to do your best work each day. A continuous learning and improvement mindset is a must. There are many opportunities to learn and develop at BRF, but the individual needs to be motivated to engage in those opportunities. Team player and constructive conflict management skills are key skills for success. The ability to effectively communicate information in one-on-one and small group situations is also essential. Willingness to offer suggestions on ways to improve assigned work. Ability to follow and implement written or oral instructions. Punctuality is a must. Must sufficiently pass a mechanical aptitude assessment provided by Baldwin Richardson Foods. Due to SQF regulations, all employees must be able to fluently read, write, and converse in the English language. At BRF, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. Your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. You’ll also receive a comprehensive benefits package including a low premium and out of pocket cost medical, dental and vision coverage, 401k with company match, generous sick and vacation time, 9 paid holidays, birthday and floating holidays, volunteer time and more! #J-18808-Ljbffr Baldwin Richardson Foods Co.