Job Details
Job Description
Lead Hand responsibilities:
• Train all new employees on the packaging line
• Approve quality of raw material for each production run
• Approve quality of finished product for each production run. Provide further training to operators when necessary
• Program packaging machine to maximize production outputs
• Enter all data of production runs in inventory tracking software
• Perform all metal checks & troubleshoot metal detector when necessary
• Ensure all sanitation procedures are being performed adequately on the packaging line
• Supervise, co-ordinate and schedule activities of workers who process, package, test, and grade food products
• Establish methods to meet work schedules and co-ordinate work activities with other departments.
• Resolve work problems and recommend measures to improve productivity and product quality
• Requisition materials and supplies
• Prepare production and other reports
• Recommend individuals for promotions and be involved in the hiring process.
Qualifications:
• Completion of secondary school
• Strong problem solver
• Good communicator and motivator
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Positive attitude
• Dependable
• Able to repetitively lift up to 50lbs
• At least 1 year Lead Hand experience in a food production plant or similar