Basic American Foods
Rexburg, Idaho
Job Description Job Description JOB TITLE: Lead Manufacturing Specialist DEPARTMENT : Supply Chain REPORTS TO: Process Manager FLSA STATUS: Exempt SUPERVISORY ROLE (Y/N): Y TRAVEL REQUIREMENT: 0% Job Summary: The Lead Manufacturing Specialist is the first line of leadership at the facility, ensuring a safe workplace, compliant operations, and efficient production. The LMS will model and enforce safety and food safety practices. The supervisor will manage line performance driven by daily metrics and will provide day-to-day leadership for staff. They will work to drive continuous improvement by applying lean manufacturing concepts and support value-added projects. Essential Job Duties/Key Accountabilities Safety: The LMS is the example to their employees on workplace safe behaviors. They will utilize and put to practice the Hazard Recognition Plus method to identify hazards and implement methods to eliminate, control, and protect the hazards present in the production environment. Food Safety: Consistent demonstration and practice of food safety behaviors. Assist in meeting customer requirements, including specifications and audit programs, thorough communication, documentation, and adherence to sanitation guidelines and GMP's, including the HACCP program. Maintains plant cleanliness to a satisfactory degree and ensures team members have the appropriate tools and training to execute all quality programs. MUV Management: Collaboration across the site to reach budgeted line rates, prevent out of specification production, direct maintenance activities, manage raw material changes, and when necessary, ensures the use of the hold process (MRB) to prevent out of specification products from reaching the customer. Staff Management: The LMS is the example of professional conduct in the workplace. Accountable for team problem solving, decision making, fair and timely disciplinary action, and conflict resolution. Meets fruequently with their staff 1:1. Facilitates the communication between shifts and teams. Owns crew training plans ensuring that proper back ups are in place on all lines. Compliance with Company policies and procedures (drug/alcohol, attendance, EEO, etc.). Responds to personnel issues as needed and supports thorough investigations and coordinates results with leadership team and human resources. Site Security: Acts as on-shift representative for all emergency response coordination, and compliance with Company policies. Conducts regular site security audits. Accountability: Improves process by following lean manufacturing concepts, company values, and company culture. Strives to continuously improve, leveraging the Basic Way tools and actively engaging in all continuous improvement tasks. Supports the identification and implementation of value-added activities and projects. Education & Experience Bachelor's degree in industrial/manufacturing engineering 3-5 years manufacturing related experience in a lead role, or 5+ years in manufacturing leadership role in lieu of degree Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Should have knowledge of database software; payroll software (i.e. ADP); IFS (ERP) software; excel spreadsheet software and word processing software. Manufacturing and process knowledge Sound judgement capabilities, using data and risk to make appropriate business decisions Lean manufacturing knowledge and skills Working knowledge of workplace safety and GMP regulations Keen attention to detail Written and spoken communication skills Ability to evaluate problems, correctly focus the resources and make efficient decisions Strong leadership and effective management skills to direct employees in efficient operations Effective problems solving skills, including root cause analysis, data analysis, and A3 thinking Work Environment & Physical Demands Manufacturing Plant Environment Must move/lift up to 50 lbs. Hot/humid environment Food and Workplace Safety Requirements All employees are responsible for upholding the principles of SQF Food Safety Code. All employees are responsible for immediately reporting any food safety, food quality, safety issues, or plant security issues to management for appropriate action. DISCLAIMER: Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required. At BAF, we are an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity and strive to create a supportive and inclusive community of individuals committed to helping each other and our company thrive. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Job Posted by ApplicantPro
Job Description Job Description JOB TITLE: Lead Manufacturing Specialist DEPARTMENT : Supply Chain REPORTS TO: Process Manager FLSA STATUS: Exempt SUPERVISORY ROLE (Y/N): Y TRAVEL REQUIREMENT: 0% Job Summary: The Lead Manufacturing Specialist is the first line of leadership at the facility, ensuring a safe workplace, compliant operations, and efficient production. The LMS will model and enforce safety and food safety practices. The supervisor will manage line performance driven by daily metrics and will provide day-to-day leadership for staff. They will work to drive continuous improvement by applying lean manufacturing concepts and support value-added projects. Essential Job Duties/Key Accountabilities Safety: The LMS is the example to their employees on workplace safe behaviors. They will utilize and put to practice the Hazard Recognition Plus method to identify hazards and implement methods to eliminate, control, and protect the hazards present in the production environment. Food Safety: Consistent demonstration and practice of food safety behaviors. Assist in meeting customer requirements, including specifications and audit programs, thorough communication, documentation, and adherence to sanitation guidelines and GMP's, including the HACCP program. Maintains plant cleanliness to a satisfactory degree and ensures team members have the appropriate tools and training to execute all quality programs. MUV Management: Collaboration across the site to reach budgeted line rates, prevent out of specification production, direct maintenance activities, manage raw material changes, and when necessary, ensures the use of the hold process (MRB) to prevent out of specification products from reaching the customer. Staff Management: The LMS is the example of professional conduct in the workplace. Accountable for team problem solving, decision making, fair and timely disciplinary action, and conflict resolution. Meets fruequently with their staff 1:1. Facilitates the communication between shifts and teams. Owns crew training plans ensuring that proper back ups are in place on all lines. Compliance with Company policies and procedures (drug/alcohol, attendance, EEO, etc.). Responds to personnel issues as needed and supports thorough investigations and coordinates results with leadership team and human resources. Site Security: Acts as on-shift representative for all emergency response coordination, and compliance with Company policies. Conducts regular site security audits. Accountability: Improves process by following lean manufacturing concepts, company values, and company culture. Strives to continuously improve, leveraging the Basic Way tools and actively engaging in all continuous improvement tasks. Supports the identification and implementation of value-added activities and projects. Education & Experience Bachelor's degree in industrial/manufacturing engineering 3-5 years manufacturing related experience in a lead role, or 5+ years in manufacturing leadership role in lieu of degree Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Should have knowledge of database software; payroll software (i.e. ADP); IFS (ERP) software; excel spreadsheet software and word processing software. Manufacturing and process knowledge Sound judgement capabilities, using data and risk to make appropriate business decisions Lean manufacturing knowledge and skills Working knowledge of workplace safety and GMP regulations Keen attention to detail Written and spoken communication skills Ability to evaluate problems, correctly focus the resources and make efficient decisions Strong leadership and effective management skills to direct employees in efficient operations Effective problems solving skills, including root cause analysis, data analysis, and A3 thinking Work Environment & Physical Demands Manufacturing Plant Environment Must move/lift up to 50 lbs. Hot/humid environment Food and Workplace Safety Requirements All employees are responsible for upholding the principles of SQF Food Safety Code. All employees are responsible for immediately reporting any food safety, food quality, safety issues, or plant security issues to management for appropriate action. DISCLAIMER: Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required. At BAF, we are an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity and strive to create a supportive and inclusive community of individuals committed to helping each other and our company thrive. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Job Posted by ApplicantPro
Basic American Foods
Moses Lake, Washington
Job Description Job Description JOB SUMMARY Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in all phases of plant operation. Prepares operations schedules and coordinates manufacturing activities to ensure safety, production, and quality meets specifications. ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES/KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES Actively involved in the SAFE process. Responsible for coaching employees on all aspects of performing their duties in the safest manner possible for both personnel safety and food safety. Supports adherence to production and packaging schedules and distributes crewing. Works with other team members to reach budgeted line rates, prevent out of specification production, manage raw material changes, and when necessary, uses the hold process to prevent out of specification product from reaching the customer. Accountable for team problem solving, decision making, fair and timely disciplinary action, and conflict resolution. Ensures performance appraisals and progress reports are done in a timely manner. Facilitates the communication between shifts and teams. Work with Line Owners and Training Coordinator to ensure crew is properly trained and cross trained. Acts as on-shift representative for all emergency response coordination, and compliance to Company policies (drug/alcohol, attendance, EEO, etc.). Responds to personnel issues as needed and conducts thorough investigations and coordinates results/issues. Assist in meeting customer requirements through communication, documentation, training of team members, and adherence to sanitation guidelines and GMP's, including the HACCP program. Responsible, in part, for meeting requirements of various supplier certification programs and audits. Maintains plant cleanliness to satisfactory degree. Improves process by following the Basic Way manufacturing concepts, company values, and company culture. Strives to improve each work process. Support the identification of value added and cost savings activities and projects. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Two or more years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment. Post-secondary degree is preferred, but not required. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS Strong working knowledge of database software; ADP; IFS (ERP) software; RedZone, excel spreadsheet software and word processing software. Manufacturing and process knowledge Sound judgement capabilities Lean manufacturing knowledge and skills Working knowledge of work place safety and GMP regulations Ability to make sound business decisions Keen attention to detail Written and spoken communication skills Ability to evaluate problems, correctly focus the resources and make efficient decisions Strong leadership and effective management skills to direct employees in efficient operations Effectively perform root cause analysis WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS Manufacturing Plant Environment Must move/lift up to 50 lbs. Hot/humid environment Must be able to work rotating shifts FOOD AND WORKPLACE SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Proactively manage safety by ensuring compliance with all Federal and State regulations and internal Company policies. Regularly complete behavior based safety observations. Ensure unsafe conditions are corrected in a timely manner. All employees are responsible for upholding the principles of SQF level 3 certification. All employees are responsible for immediately reporting any food safety, food quality, or plant security issues to management for appropriate action. Job Posted by ApplicantPro
Job Description Job Description JOB SUMMARY Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in all phases of plant operation. Prepares operations schedules and coordinates manufacturing activities to ensure safety, production, and quality meets specifications. ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES/KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES Actively involved in the SAFE process. Responsible for coaching employees on all aspects of performing their duties in the safest manner possible for both personnel safety and food safety. Supports adherence to production and packaging schedules and distributes crewing. Works with other team members to reach budgeted line rates, prevent out of specification production, manage raw material changes, and when necessary, uses the hold process to prevent out of specification product from reaching the customer. Accountable for team problem solving, decision making, fair and timely disciplinary action, and conflict resolution. Ensures performance appraisals and progress reports are done in a timely manner. Facilitates the communication between shifts and teams. Work with Line Owners and Training Coordinator to ensure crew is properly trained and cross trained. Acts as on-shift representative for all emergency response coordination, and compliance to Company policies (drug/alcohol, attendance, EEO, etc.). Responds to personnel issues as needed and conducts thorough investigations and coordinates results/issues. Assist in meeting customer requirements through communication, documentation, training of team members, and adherence to sanitation guidelines and GMP's, including the HACCP program. Responsible, in part, for meeting requirements of various supplier certification programs and audits. Maintains plant cleanliness to satisfactory degree. Improves process by following the Basic Way manufacturing concepts, company values, and company culture. Strives to improve each work process. Support the identification of value added and cost savings activities and projects. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Two or more years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment. Post-secondary degree is preferred, but not required. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS Strong working knowledge of database software; ADP; IFS (ERP) software; RedZone, excel spreadsheet software and word processing software. Manufacturing and process knowledge Sound judgement capabilities Lean manufacturing knowledge and skills Working knowledge of work place safety and GMP regulations Ability to make sound business decisions Keen attention to detail Written and spoken communication skills Ability to evaluate problems, correctly focus the resources and make efficient decisions Strong leadership and effective management skills to direct employees in efficient operations Effectively perform root cause analysis WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS Manufacturing Plant Environment Must move/lift up to 50 lbs. Hot/humid environment Must be able to work rotating shifts FOOD AND WORKPLACE SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Proactively manage safety by ensuring compliance with all Federal and State regulations and internal Company policies. Regularly complete behavior based safety observations. Ensure unsafe conditions are corrected in a timely manner. All employees are responsible for upholding the principles of SQF level 3 certification. All employees are responsible for immediately reporting any food safety, food quality, or plant security issues to management for appropriate action. Job Posted by ApplicantPro