Processing Lead

Processing Lead

The starting rate for this position is $23.42, incremental increases are earned through developing skills and qualifications. Summary The processing lead is responsible for knowing all functions in the breaking room, breaker operation, liquid product filtration and cooling, liquid product storage, liquid product flows and volumes, sanitation procedures and breaking room processing documentation. Key responsibilities include knowing all functions in the transfer room, orientor, washer and candler operation. Shell egg product flows. Mid-shift sanitation procedures and transfer room processing documentation. Performing tanker CIP's, pipeline set-up, liquid product pumping, pipeline CIP's and silo CIP's. Following written procedures and being responsible for plant documentation and USDA/FSIS paperwork. Working cooperatively with department leads and USDA/FSIS inspector. Recommending measures to improve production methods, equipment performance and quality of product. Following all established systems, safety procedures, work instructions and patterns, SOP's, SSOP's, and Good Manufacturing Practices established for the plant and the respective departments that are being lead on any given day. Communicating with Transfer Room stakeholders to control egg flow. Monitoring all Breaking Room operations and adjusting process as needed to meet all customer specs. Working with Management regularly to adjust for changing schedules. Responsible for disassembling, cleaning, sanitizing, and reassembling the processing equipment on a daily basis. Posting sanitation inspections of all equipment. Monitoring performance of crew providing effective feedback and coaching when necessary. Reporting progress, issues or concerns to Processing Manager as appropriate. Delegating duties to line workers. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and/or Experience High school diploma or equivalent Previous food plant experience is highly desirable. Training for egg specific equipment would be provided in house. Prior experience in a lead or supervisory position preferred. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to work independently. Ability to effectively lead, coach and mentor others. Must have a positive, team orientated attitude. Ability and willingness to learn several associated jobs. Ability to speak English and Spanish highly desirable. General mechanical aptitude. Written and verbal communication skills. Basic math skills Ability to load trucks for most effective dispatch of product to customer's scheduled deliveries. Physical Demands Stand and walk constantly; grip, grasp, push, pull, reach, bend, stoop, lift up to 10 pounds frequently; sit, climb, lift up to 50 pounds occasionally. Work Environment Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and water, and chemicals. Temperature is regulated for operations standards. Cooler temperatures occur in specific areas. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Proper personal protective equipment will be required during certain working conditions. Employees are required to comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's) due to working in a food manufacturing environment (hairnets, clean clothes, etc.).