Production Lead

Brand: Post Consumer Brands

Categories: Operations Production

Locations: Hazelwood, Missouri

Position Type: Regular Full-Time

Remote Eligible: No

Req ID: 30552

Job Description

Business Unit Overview

8th Avenue Food & Provisions is a growing organization made up of businesses that produce and sell quality products including peanut butter, granola, and fruit and nut trail mixes to retail, foodservice and ingredient customers. The company was formed in October 2018 through a combination of Post Holdings' private brands businesses and is owned by Post Holdings and funds affiliated with Thomas H. Lee Partners, L.P. ("THL"), a private equity firm.

Responsibilities

About 8 th Avenue

8 th Avenue is a leading, private brand-centric consumer products holding company, manufacturing and selling private brand food products primarily to retail, foodservice, and ingredient customers. 8 th Avenue Food & Provisions was formed in October 2018 through a combination of Post Holdings' private brands businesses. The company is owned by Post Holdings and funds affiliated with Thomas H. Lee Partners, L.P. ("THL"), a private equity firm.

Are you looking for us?

The feeling of pride you get when you see something you made being used to nurture the community around you is something you can't replace. That's what 8 th Avenue Food & Provisions can do for you!

We are not only passionate about the products we make, but we also take pride in what we do! We believe it's what's inside that counts. Whether it's inside our packaging or inside our facilities, you'll find carefully chosen ingredients and people working together to make the best products possible.

We are a growing organization made up of businesses that produce quality products like Pasta, Peanut Butter, Fruit and Nut trail mixes, Granola, and a variety of other food products.

We're looking for you! This is an exciting time to join our growing organization!

Position Summary:

The Production Lead is a valuable part of our team. In addition to performing the normal functions of their job, the Production Lead provides support to the production lines and performs training, onboarding, and troubleshooting as needed during their shift. At the direction of leadership, this role guides front-line employees to accomplish production and quality goals in a safe and cost-efficient manner.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Proactively monitor and measure production output and quality metrics daily by ensuring the production schedule is followed and all the required documentation (KPI sheets, work orders, operator check sheets, weight control sheets and quality control documents) are completed accurately and on time.

• Verify operation reports on an hourly basis, initialing required fields (i.e., KPI sheet, W/O, wt. control sheet, operator's check sheet, and quality control documents) in accordance to standard procedures.

• Ensure the team is following the procedures and complies with GMP and safety requirements.

• Complete CARs for GMP and PCO by every week.

• Monitor and evaluate employees based on their attendance, productivity, attitude, teamwork, and provide feedback to the temp agency and your supervisor.

• Coordinate with material handler for needed supply on production line in a timely manner.

• Coordinate line issues, troubleshooting, repairs, etc. with maintenance to minimize downtime, informing the supervisor and/or production manager.

• Provide training and feedback to new employees and operators.

• Report any non-conformance to the leadership team and suggest corrective actions accordingly.

• Transfer unused raw material, packaging material, and finished goods back to the warehouse.

• Partner with company leadership to proactively identify and execute continuous improvement opportunities in the areas of safety, quality, productivity, efficiency, and sanitation.

• Oversee food processing activities and Ensure production lines are changed efficiently and cost effectively.

• Lead by example, creating an inspiring team environment by setting clear team goals and deadlines along with a culture of open communication.

• Other duties, as assigned.

Education and Experience Required :

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent.

• At least 2 years manufacturing experience.

• Must be able to work weekends, holidays, and overtime, as needed.

Preferred Education, Experience, and Skills:

• Previous JDE ERP experience preferred.

• Good computer usage skills, including proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Physical Requirements: Qualified candidates must be able to perform the following physical job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Must be able to regularly move and or lift up to 50lbs.

• Must be able to stand, bend, reach, walk and work in high heat/humidity for 8+ hours per shift.

• Must be able to work in a dusty environment for 2+ hours per shift.

• Must be able to perform simple grasping for 8+ hours.

About 8 th Avenue

8 th Avenue is a leading, private brand-centric consumer products holding company, manufacturing and selling private brand food products primarily to retail, foodservice, and ingredient customers. 8 th Avenue Food & Provisions was formed in October 2018 through a combination of Post Holdings' private brands businesses. The company is owned by Post Holdings and funds affiliated with Thomas H. Lee Partners, L.P. ("THL"), a private equity firm.

Are you looking for us?

The feeling of pride you get when you see something you made being used to nurture the community around you is something you can't replace. That's what 8 th Avenue Food & Provisions can do for you!

We are not only passionate about the products we make, but we also take pride in what we do! We believe it's what's inside that counts. Whether it's inside our packaging or inside our facilities, you'll find carefully chosen ingredients and people working together to make the best products possible.

We are a growing organization made up of businesses that produce quality products like Pasta, Peanut Butter, Fruit and Nut trail mixes, Granola, and a variety of other food products.

We're looking for you! This is an exciting time to join our growing organization!

Position Summary:

The Production Lead is a valuable part of our team. In addition to performing the normal functions of their job, the Production Lead provides support to the production lines and performs training, onboarding, and troubleshooting as needed during their shift. At the direction of leadership, this role guides front-line employees to accomplish production and quality goals in a safe and cost-efficient manner.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Proactively monitor and measure production output and quality metrics daily by ensuring the production schedule is followed and all the required documentation (KPI sheets, work orders, operator check sheets, weight control sheets and quality control documents) are completed accurately and on time.

• Verify operation reports on an hourly basis, initialing required fields (i.e., KPI sheet, W/O, wt. control sheet, operator's check sheet, and quality control documents) in accordance to standard procedures.

• Ensure the team is following the procedures and complies with GMP and safety requirements.

• Complete CARs for GMP and PCO by every week.

• Monitor and evaluate employees based on their attendance, productivity, attitude, teamwork, and provide feedback to the temp agency and your supervisor.

• Coordinate with material handler for needed supply on production line in a timely manner.

• Coordinate line issues, troubleshooting, repairs, etc. with maintenance to minimize downtime, informing the supervisor and/or production manager.

• Provide training and feedback to new employees and operators.

• Report any non-conformance to the leadership team and suggest corrective actions accordingly.

• Transfer unused raw material, packaging material, and finished goods back to the warehouse.

• Partner with company leadership to proactively identify and execute continuous improvement opportunities in the areas of safety, quality, productivity, efficiency, and sanitation.

• Oversee food processing activities and Ensure production lines are changed efficiently and cost effectively.

• Lead by example, creating an inspiring team environment by setting clear team goals and deadlines along with a culture of open communication.

• Other duties, as assigned.

Education and Experience Required :

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent.

• At least 2 years manufacturing experience.

• Must be able to work weekends, holidays, and overtime, as needed.

Preferred Education, Experience, and Skills:

• Previous JDE ERP experience preferred.

• Good computer usage skills, including proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Physical Requirements: Qualified candidates must be able to perform the following physical job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Must be able to regularly move and or lift up to 50lbs.

• Must be able to stand, bend, reach, walk and work in high heat/humidity for 8+ hours per shift.

• Must be able to work in a dusty environment for 2+ hours per shift.

• Must be able to perform simple grasping for 8+ hours.

Post Holdings provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, status as a covered veteran and any other category protected under applicable federal, state, provincial and local laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The 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)