2nd shift Line Lead Job at Ventura Foods, Waukesha, WI

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  • Ventura Foods
  • Waukesha, WI

Job Description

​Location: Waukesha
Employment Type: Hourly
Shift: Second

Position Summary:

Hands-on manufacturing team member who provides guidance and training in the manufacture of food products. Help keep materials organized, and advises supervisors of upcoming needs. Provide a good example for others to follow in the areas of safety, quality and productivity. Maintain orderly flow of quality production through the shop. Encourages good housekeeping and sets a positive example for employee morale and job satisfaction. Advise supervisor of productivity and quality issues that are not quickly and satisfactorily resolved.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Provide other employees with guidance and direction to attain good quality and productivity. Monitor and review all paperwork for all processes and look for areas or issues that need to be addressed. Ensure that required documentation is accurate, timely and complete. Provide support and guidance for production personnel as a leader and aide. Seek out work that has not been assigned but needs to be done. Take a proactive approach to handling that work
  • Keep supervisor up to date concerning jobs status and concerns and leads the line in assuring that production schedule is achieved in an effective and efficient manner
  • Keep supervisor up to date concerning materials needs. Advise supervisor in a timely manner so stock shortages do not occur
  • Maintain equipment in good condition and repair. Start up and check equipment for preventative maintenance issues, proper set up, and operation. Perform minor maintenance and adjustments as needed
  • Promote a safe work environment. Ensure that all employees are working in a safe manner. Work closely with production supervisors to address issues. Comply with and assure compliance of others with all GMPs, safety procedures, company policies, quality policies and procedures, and hazard analysis and critical control points as they apply
  • Set up and maintain operation of container and case coding equipment. Assure correct codes are being applied correctly
  • Assist in solving process, quality and production problems. Work with production supervisors to identify root causes and recommend corrective actions
  • Other duties as assigned

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma/GED

3-5 years of experience in Manufacturing

Knowledge and Skills:

Ability to put manufacturing concepts into practice including working knowledge of products being manufactured, knowledge of production equipment and tools, working knowledge of machine feeds and speeds, following schedule to fill orders in a timely manner

Analytical and problem solving skills for resolving manufacturing challenges

Ability to coach, educate and train team members and others to understand manufacturing techniques, standards, housekeeping, machine cleanliness, quality procedures and attaining excellence through continuous improvement

Ability to advise and assist supervisor with materials, equipment and tool needs to accomplish the task

Communication skills appropriate for interacting with team members at all levels within the organization

Why Join Us:

Ventura Foods offers career growth opportunities as well as competitive compensation and benefits:​

  • Medical, Prescription, Dental, & Vision – coverage beginning on your 1st day for eligible employees​
  • 401(k) program (after eligible criteria is met)​
  • Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and 11 Holidays​
  • Employee Appreciation Events​ and Employee Assistance Programs

 

Physical Demands:
All jobs require sufficient physical strength and dexterity to perform the required task(s) and typically also require at a minimum: intermittent sitting, standing, walking, climbing, squatting, kneeling, pushing, and pulling. Occasional lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds or more with assistance may also be required. Please see the job description for specific requirements.

 

Work Environment:
Please see the job description for specific requirements of the position for which you are applying.

Typical shifts are 8-12 hours per day. Additional unscheduled time after hours and on weekends may also be required. Employees must be willing and able to wear personal protective equipment as required by Company policy and/or legal requirements. In addition, certain jobs may require employees to:

  • Work outside and/or in adverse temperatures which could include extreme heat, cold, and humidity;
  • Be exposed to vibrations, chemicals used in operations, fumes and food allergens (may include soy, dairy and other allergens); and
  • Be required to work in confined and dark spaces, and at heights in excess of 18 feet.

 

Diversity & Inclusion:
Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive environment in which all employees are treated with respect is evident in our company culture and values. We believe that fostering an environment of inclusion and a focus on diversity across our organization is vital to attracting top talent, driving innovation, and meeting the high expectations of our customers in a rapidly evolving global marketplace

 

Ventura Foods is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Holiday work, Shift work, Weekend work,

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