Job Description

Support the operation of high-speed manufacturing production equipment in processing and packaging to produce Milk-Bone product for the company. This position will have a primary focus on 2nd or 3rd shift. Availability will need to be on all 3 shifts (1st shift: 7:00am - 3:00pm 2nd shift: 3:00pm-11:00pm, 3rd shift: 11:00pm-7:00am) from time to time. The Maintenance Team Leader is responsible for the coordination, execution and auditing needed to achieve results in quality, cost, delivery, safety and sanitation for a high speed manufacturing operation.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

* Position is 2nd shift (3pm-11pm) or 3rd shift (11pm-7am).
* Must have availability to work overtime, weekends and holidays.
* Under the direction of Shift Area Leader, this position is responsible for supporting production to ensure continual operation of the Bakery.
* Follow all company Safety Rules and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's).
* Produce high quality products in a safe and healthful manner.
* Work in all areas of processing and packaging, as assigned, which includes being in close proximity to and crossing platforms over machinery. Cross-training will occur throughout the facility in all aspects of high-speed manufacturing.
* Ability to work as part of a team.
* Assist fellow employees as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty and responsibility 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 duties and functions of the position.

* Selected individuals must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, be highly motivated and responsible, and work well within a team environment.
* Experience in a high-speed manufacturing or technical environment required.
* Must have at least 3 years manufacturing experience in a Team Leader/Supervisory role or related Team Leader/Supervisory experience.
* A working knowledge of manufacturing operating systems
* Excellent computer skills.
* Effective time management skills.
* Previous work in a unionized manufacturing facility strongly preferred.
* Knowledge of NEC, OSHA, electronic test equipment, single and three phase electrical systems and wiring procedures to 600V required.
* Ability to read and interpret mechanical blueprints, schematics and parts specifications.
* Knowledge of PLCs (Modicon and Allen Bradley) and VFDs in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
* Knowledge of mechanical electrical systems and components in a high speed manufacturing environment.
* Knowledge of HMIs is preferred.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelors or an Associates Degree with 3 years experience in a manufacturing environment required, food manufacturing preferred.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, GMP's and general instructions. Good communication skills are required.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out both oral and written instructions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions and duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.

* While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and lift. The employee is required to stand and walk at minimum 70% of the time.
* The employee must be able to work 8-hour shifts.
* The employees must be able to lift fifty (50) pounds.
* The employee must be able to squat or kneel and to bend on a frequent basis.
* The employee must be able to work in a cold and hot environment.
* The employee must be able to tolerate exposure to flour and yeast materials.
* The employee must be able to climb steps on a frequent basis.

SAFE PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

Employee must have the ability to perform the essential job functions identified above consistent with safety standards and practices with or without a reasonable accommodation.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environments characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.

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