Production Lead (Meat)

Job TitleUS1292 Buckhead Meat Midwest Inc.-Illinois DivisionJob DescriptionAssists front line supervision in performing some leadership duties. Communicates daily objectives. KPI's and functions as a liaison between line employees and supervisors. Mentor and Train employees new and seasoned. Order meat as needed.ResponsibilitiesWork alongside team to direct the short-term flow and organization of production area.Accurately cut to trim and yield specifications as specified by information provided by cut ticketsCommunicate any discrepancies between cutting tickets and normal customer purchases to the supervisorProperly label all products and equipment to conform to all legal and safety regulationsProperly and accurately record all necessary data to produce assigned cutting yield testsAccurately count product inventory levels and maintain levels set forth by the supervisorEnsure that all product specifications are being met according to guidelinesMaintain work areas in compliance with U.S.D.A. guidelinesAssemble and tear down any equipment in the work area at the beginning and/or end of your shiftProperly clean, store and maintain all knives, scales, etc. assigned to youManage profitability by achieving product yields and meeting deadlines for product readinessComplete other duties as assignedTo know and understand the company's safety and health goals and its objectives. Assist the company in achieving these goals by participating in the safety programTo help develop and follow all safe work practicesQualificationsAbility to perform mathematical calculations and conversions to determine the amounts and sizes of products needed for ordersAbility to read, write and communicate in the English languagePrior experience with portion cutting meatProfessional SkillsAbility to reduce processing costs by cutting and sizing portions accurately with good yields.Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.Able to adjust to sudden changes in customer demands or operational goals.Commitment to work until the job is completed.Interacts well with others.Good team player.Results-oriented.Customer-service orientedDetail oriented.Capable of handling multiple tasks at once.Ability to be trained and learn new skillsPhysical DemandStanding, walking and reaching are regular activities for this employeeHeavy lifting activities for this employeeAbility to touch, feel, manipulate fingers and limbs to handle objects, controls, operate various processing, and material handling equipment is necessary.The ability to smell is required, to detect levels of wholesomeness and spoilage.Work EnvironmentThis position requires the candidate to be in refrigerated processing and warehouse areas. These areas are cold and wet and exposure to moving machinery are a regular occurrence.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.OverviewSysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations.We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We're looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.Affirmative Action StatementApplicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.