Production Lead - Lawrence, KS

Location: Lawrence, KS

We are mixing up something new in Lawrence, KS. This is an exciting time to join our team. We hold ourselves to the highest quality of standards. Each bag of Dot’s Pretzels tastes as if they were made straight from the home kitchen of Dot herself. Our foundation is built on relationships. We are family. We believe in our employees and lead by example. The Dot’s Pretzels brand has seen an enormous amount of growth, so we are looking for employees to become part of our team in the Lawrence, KS, location 

Pay:

• $24.75/hr

Total Rewards:

• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, & Vision) Starting Day 1
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – with generous company match
• Paid Time Off

Shifts:

• Day shift available
• 12 hour shifts (6am-6pm) - B Crew 
• Working 3-4 days/week (One week: Mon, Tues, Fri, Sat; Next week: Sun, Wed, Thurs). This is a 2-2-3 schedule (2 days on, 2 days off, 3 days on, 2 days off, 2 days on, 3 days off rotation)

Candidate Process:

Please note – communication will be through phone, email, and text. Ensure you have access to a valid email address

• Qualified applicants will receive a phone call to schedule an onsite interview
• Post Offer Background Check and Drug Screen required

Job Summary

The Production Lead is responsible for the training of employees, assisting supervisors, and providing supervision in the absence of a Production Supervisor.  

Responsibilities:

• Fills in for supervisors on same or other shifts when they are absent. In that capacity, temporarily assumes all responsibilities of supervisor except disciplinary.
• Trains to fill in for some or all of other key positions on the shift. eg. Machine Operator, Baker, Packer.
• Follow all SOPs and SSOPs to keep consistent product quality
• Fill out all required paperwork accurately and timely
• Lead and direct the team on the task to be met each day
• Coach new hourly employees on important aspects of the business (quality, safety, sanitation, productivity)
• Follow all FDA health and OSHA safety regulations
• Maintain good attendance and set examples for the team to do the same
• Setup the line and team for success each day and assist with production line as necessary
• Achieve production targets
• Ensure the team is working safely
• Measure pretzels to go in correct bag sizes and ensure that weights, seals, and box counts are accurate and up to standard
• Ensure that any equipment malfunction is immediately reported and fixed
• Ensure the area is clean and sanitized correctly and up to standard at the end of each shift
• Assist Supervisor in tracking attendance and timely arrival of employees in your work area
• Perform daily quality inspections throughout the plant in all areas (processing, packaging, shipping, warehouse)
• Be a self-starter; ability to work independently as well as with other personnel and management
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• HS Diploma or GED
• Prior experience in the food industry
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal
• Organized with attention to detail
• Understanding of OSHA requirements
• Understanding of safety programs
• Certified for forklift trucks and stock pickers
• Prior experience with Lean Manufacturing, Kan Ban, FIFO, Min Max (preferred)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products
• Occasionally lift up to/and or move up to 50 pounds

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by team members assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, qualifications or working conditions.