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Job Purpose

Execute production schedules at rated throughput to meet quality, safety, cost, and delivery standards.

Essential Functions

+ Execute the daily production schedule in all production areas as a process owner, including minimizing downtime and seamless shift turnover

+ Ensure timely and accurate production of product to maintain processing standards across multiple lines without assistance

+ Manage all process/operational checks

+ Train, coach, and mentor Operator II personnel to meet or exceed established performance metrics in all production areas

+ Manage the finished product and traceability system in production areas

+ Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot production machinery safely and securely as needed to achieve a high standard of performance

+ Properly handle ingredients used in production as needed, including staging, measuring, and mixing

+ Complete all necessary paperwork to company standards

+ Adhere to all cleaning procedures in production area

+ Adhere to the allergen control program guidelines, including equipment cleaning and verification activities

+ Take corrective action as assigned by the Supervisor based on pre-operation and daily self-assessment audit findings

+ Assist in investigating issues, finding root causes, and developing solutions for issues that arise in the production, oven, and/or packing areas

+ Utilize the performance measurement system for direction in areas of employee safety, food safety, quality, cost, and productivity

+ Take actions necessary to resolve food safety and quality deficiencies

+ Maintain safe working conditions and preserve the integrity of the environmental health and safety system through adherence to the policies and procedures outlined in the safety program

+ Participate in mandatory training program requirements

+ Serve as backup for all Operators in all production areas

+ Comply with all food safety requirements, training, policies, and procedures

+ Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Qualifications (Education/Experience)

+ High school diploma or equivalent preferred

+ In-depth knowledge of production procedures

+ 3+ years of production experience in food manufacturing desired

+ Advanced machine operator experience

+ Advanced HMI experience desired

+ Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills

+ Demonstrated ability to evaluate, create, document, and manage system processes

+ Ability to effectively communicate with peers and leadership

+ Ability to work cross-functionally, convey equipment issues, and maintain confidentiality

+ Ability to think quickly and handle frequent change

+ Detail oriented with the ability to organize and multitask

+ Self-motivated, goal oriented, quality driven, and capable of working independently with little supervision

+ Willingness to work various shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays based on business need