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FreshRealm is looking for a Packout - Team Lead who is responsible for leading a team of Associate’s who pack, label, and ship meals.

Key Responsibilities

+ Assign Associates to appropriate work areas, lines, and/or equipment based on production and shift requirements. Monitors the use of temp staffing to meet production needs in the absence of supervisors. Monitor shift operations and productivity.

+ In conjunction with the supervisor and their absence, you will create and modify team members' work schedules as is appropriate. You will actively work to resolve problems with team members raised to you. Gives positive feedback to help build their confidence and provide constructive criticism to develop their skills. When necessary, you will coach and discipline team members.

+ Train and act as a resource to Associates on techniques, equipment, and processes.

+ Receive, ship, and/or assemble food products or meals to specifications meeting health and safety standards. Ensure that health and safety standards are being met

+ Enforces Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s), use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE’s), and quality and proper documentation of processes. Enforces the clean-as-you-go policy and practices.

+ Depending upon the role requirements this position could require employees to utilize their personal cell-phone device for communication.

+ In coordination with the supervisor accounts for the productivity of employees, identifies issues with product, Food Safety, Quality, or equipment, and escalates matters to other departments or to higher levels when needed.

+ Actively works to resolve problems with team members. Monitor shift operations/production. Oversee shift operational performance for assigned work area.

+ Responsible for accounting for accurate inventory levels, labor costs, production reports, and effectively analyzing situations.

Qualifications

Skills and Requirements

+ Knowledge and experience in manufacturing processes, procedures, and equipment.

+ Ability to be certified and trained at an intermediate level in OSHA, HACCP, and Food Hygiene

+ Must demonstrate the ability to lead the work of other employees, assign duties and manage workflow/ production for a shift or in the absence of the Supervisor

+ Ability to operate a variety of production equipment

+ Ability to work routine and monotonous processes

+ Must have a good understanding of English, bilingual (Spanish) speaking skills a plus

+ Ability to work in a cold/ damp environment and stand for extended periods

Experience / Education

+ 1-2 years of entry-level managerial leadership experience in a food production, shipping and receiving environment or warehouse environment

+ Work experience in food production or food manufacturing preferred

+ Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, and knowledge with WMS

+ Clear and concise communicator, verbal and written

+ General high school degree/GED or equivalent preferred

+ Must be 18 or older to apply as required for machinery and/or equipment utilization

What We Offer

+ Comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees including medical, dental, vision, pet insurance and legal insurance

+ 401(k) with company match that is immediately vested

+ Life and ADD insurance

+ Opportunities for career growth with a dynamic company that is changing the landscape of fresh meals.

+ Paid Time Off

Our Values at Work

We believe that **ACTIONS** speak louder than words and our company values align to those **ACTIONS.**

In Our Daily Work, This Looks Like

+ **ACCOUNTABILITY:** Set clear objectives and prioritize your tasks Hold yourself and your teams accountable for meeting deadlines Learn from your mistakes and use it as a learning opportunity to improve next time

+ **CHALLENGE WITH CURIOSITY** : We challenge and engage with each other through curiosity and a drive to innovate and transform. This encourages us to learn from one another, be open-minded to other perspectives and possibilities, and continuously improve and problem-solve with intensity. We persevere through challenges, observe patterns, and pay attention to the details to make connections others may overlook, allowing us to exceed expectations.

+ **TRANSPARENCY & HONESTY:** Maintain open and consistent communication. Admit mistakes and take ownership Document decisions to help avoid misunderstandings

+ **INNOVATION** : Work with the end-user in mind and create solutions that will add value Question existing norms, assumptions, and best practices Experiment and take calculated, data-driven risks

+ **OBJECTIVITY** : Utilize data and make data-driven decisions at every opportunity

+ **NIMBLENESS** : Utilize time management to help stay focused and on task with urgency es and make adjustments accordingly Delegate and trust others to handle specific responsibilities with resources and support

+ **SUCCESS THROUGH OUR CUSTOMERS** : Know your audience and the type of work they expect to receive as the end-result of a project, initiative, or task Seek feedback at different stages to ensure you’re on the right track. Foster collaboration among cross-functional teams to ensure you’re providing the best experience and service to our consumers

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

\#LI-Linden, NJ

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Details

Job Family** **Production Operations

Job Function** **Hourly Site

Pay Type** **Hourly