Production Shift Leader

Job Description

Shift Leader

An Opportunity you Do-Nut want to miss!

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

Summary


Reporting to the Operations Leader and Site Leader, as the Shift Leaderyou will provide hands-on leadership on a production shift within the plant to ensure that production schedules are met safely and on time, while continually reducing costs and increasing overall efficiencies; all within a fast paced (Just in Time) food manufacturing environment.


What FGF Offers:

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

Primary Responsibilities

• Understands and fulfills the duties of a leader of the following programs within the production area: Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's), All food safety programs, All health & safety programs, All FGF policies,programs, or procedures.
• Leads by example and fosters an environment of mutual respect and teamwork among Team Members.
• Assists with troubleshooting production equipment and processes, and supports testing of new equipment, methods, and products.
• Responsible for leading all production Line Leaders and crews on a shift while prioritizing activities of supporting teams, including maintenance, sanitation, shipping, quality, and engineering.
• Coordinates department schedules, products, and manpower while collaborating with Talent and Development, Sanitation, Quality, Shipping, and Maintenance teams to ensure smooth plant operations.
• Ensures proper methods and procedures are followed and that quality, safety, and environmental standards are met, maintaining a safe work environment through enforcement of Company Standards and regular inspections.
• Provides training as required to ensure an effective and efficient work force.
• Utilizes OMS system & SCADA System (when available) to meet production targets and follows Quality Control procedures at all times.
• Completes daily reports on KPI's.
• Ensures product quality and output targets, manages shift schedules and skills matrix, provides performance feedback, and prepares daily huddle sheets for leaders and partners with Talent and Development to promote a highly engaged team member culture.
• Works with Shipping TLs to address any concerns with material management.
• Answers calls on radio (cellphones, if applicable) from various departments.
• Schedules team members per crew profiles, prepares weekly and daily T&A schedules, resolves exceptions,assigns staff to lines, and monitors attendance for lateness or absences
• Monitors inventory activity, stages materials for packaging scans, supports shift report updates, and troubleshoots OMS inaccuracies.

Requirements

• Minimum 3-4 years' experience working in a manufacturing environment
• Must be a demonstrated leader who interacts with others and is adept at leading/motivating a team to meet schedule demands.
• Must have excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication skills, along with simple mathematical abilities.
• Ability to manage difficult people (conflict resolution, team engagement, collaboration)
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Reports Nights (6 pm to 6 am), however, must be flexible to workdays, afternoons, & weekends if needed.
• Working knowledge of GMP's, HACCP & O.H.S.A required
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Post-secondary education an asset

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.


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Job Family

Production

Job Level

A-MFG