Line Leader - Operations

Line Leader - Production

To become the world's greatest baker, we need the world's greatest team members

Reporting to the Operations Shift Leader and Operations Leader, the Line Leader - Production will provide hands-on leadership on a production shift within the plant to ensure production schedules are met safely and on time all within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.

What FGF Offers:

• FGF believes in Home Grown Talent, accelerated career growth with leadership training, unleashing your potential
• Competitive Compensation, Health & Welfare Benefits including Vision & Dental and flexible options at competitive premiums
• 401k matching program
• Discount program - Restaurants, gyms, shopping, etc.
• Tuition reimbursement

Responsibilities:

• Leads by example and fosters an environment of mutual respect and teamwork among Team Members
• Conduct pre-shift huddles and provides feedback for Team Leaders
• Responsible for leading Team Leaders in addition to production crew on one or more production lines
• Leads, coaches, mentors and trains Leaders and Team Members
• Ensures production schedules are met and deals with problems that may occur
• Co-ordinates the various department schedules, products and manpower to ensure that the production in the plant runs smoothly
• Checks throughout shift to ensure that proper methods and procedures are being used and that quality, safety, environment standards are being met
• Leads, coaches, mentors and trains Team Leaders, and other Team Members as needed
• Ensures that a safe working environment is maintained at all times by enforcing Company standards and following up on regular inspections
• Assists in all testing of new equipment, methods and or products, as well as trouble shoot processes and equipment
• Utilizes the OMS system to help achieve production targets
• Follows and enforce all GMP's and Safety Procedures as outlined by FGF
• Trains and develops Team Members to ensure they can coordinate the line/area.
• Provides input on staffing levels and participates in sourcing and interviewing candidates.
• Ensures Cerebro (OEE Tracking Tool) is accurately working.
• Provides a fostering team environment by clearly defining and communicating to production Team Members their impact on individual and team performance.
• Hires, trains, develops and evaluates staff timely and effectively. Prepares thorough an objective Team Member Performance Review. Provides informal feedback on a regular basis.
• Demonstrate Leadership that promotes Team Member Engagement through enhanced communication and trust between team member and leader
• Acts as a backup to Shift Leader when necessary

Requirements:

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience working in a manufacturing environment (food/bakery experience is desirable)
• Must be a demonstrated leader who easily interacts with others and is adept at leading and motivating a team to meet demands established by the schedule
• Must have excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication skills, along with simple mathematical abilities
• Ability to manage difficult people
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Flexible to work days, afternoons, nights & weekends if needed
• Working knowledge of GMP's, HACCP & O.S.H.A is required
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Post-secondary education is an asset
• Ability to identify and suggest new opportunities (think outside the box).

What is the recipe for a great career at FGF?

Working at FGF Brands, there is never a dull moment! FGF is a leading North American bakery company with facilities across the USA and Canada with a specialized focus across all key bakery categories, including naan, muffins, croissants, donuts, cakes, artisan breads and flatbreads.

As an innovative company that is continually growing there is always challenging yet rewarding work to be a part of. We have an entrepreneurial spirit that encourages all our Team Members to use their own creativity and out-of-the-box thinking to come up with solutions and new ideas.