Job Description
Job Summary:
The Floor Lead plays a pivotal role in supporting and managing daily operations within their assigned area. This position is responsible for training team members, assigning workstations, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and driving operational efficiency. The Floor Lead acts as a liaison between team members and management to address production challenges and maintain a productive and collaborative work environment.
Schedule:
This position may require up to six (6) days of work per week based on business needs and operational demands
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Safety and Compliance:
- Ensure all safety protocols, OSHA regulations, and company policies are strictly followed.
- Conduct regular safety checks and proactively address potential hazards to minimize risks.
- Report any unsafe acts or conditions immediately.
- Assist in completing Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) documentation.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment at all times.
- Quality Assurance:
- Partner with QA teams to verify that all products meet stringent food safety and quality standards.
- Monitor production processes to ensure adherence to established specifications and protocols.
- Demonstrate strong attention to detail in all quality and safety checks.
- Production Reporting:
- Maintain accurate and detailed production records, including outputs, downtime, and material usage.
- Ensure centerline documents are completed accurately and in a timely manner.
- Use production data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
- Break and Shift Coordination:
- Coordinate and manage employee breaks to maintain uninterrupted workflow.
- Adjust schedules and workstation assignments as needed to address production demands.
- Operational Efficiency:
- Oversee all production areas to ensure equipment and lines are operating at peak performance.
- Address operational bottlenecks and troubleshoot equipment issues at the operator level.
- Support and participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, safety, and quality.
- Communication and Collaboration:
- Maintain open communication with supervisors, managers, and other departments to address machinery issues, material shortages, or safety concerns.
- Serve as a point of contact for team members, escalating employee concerns to management and HR when necessary.
- Foster collaboration between departments to achieve operational goals.
- Training and Development:
- Conduct thorough training for new employees, ensuring they understand job responsibilities, safety guidelines, and quality expectations.
- Provide ongoing coaching to enhance team performance and support career development.
- GMP and Food Safety Compliance:
- Ensure that all employees adhere to GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices) and company food safety policies.
- Actively monitor for and report any violations or concerns related to food safety or quality.
- Team Leadership:
- Direct and oversee staff assignments on production lines, including task delegation and rotation scheduling.
- Foster a team-oriented environment, encouraging collaboration and high morale.
- Material and Recipe Accuracy:
- Verify that all production lines are stocked with the correct materials and following accurate recipes.
- Coordinate with the warehouse team to confirm inventory accuracy for assigned production areas.
- Data Tracking and Reporting:
- Ensure production data is captured accurately and updated on production boards.
- Share key performance indicators (KPIs) with the team to drive accountability and continuous improvement.
Additional Responsibilities:
Perform all tasks as directed by management to support production goals.
Actively participate in meetings and provide insights on operational improvements.
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