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Spot & Tango · 1 month ago

Production Team Lead (Friday to Monday Shift)

Allentown, Pennsylvania, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

Spot & Tango is an innovative pet health & wellness brand that delivers personalized meal plans on a subscription basis. We are looking for a motivated Production Team Lead to manage the team responsible for the safe and efficient production of high-quality, fresh, human-grade food in our freeze drying facility.

Consumer GoodsE-CommercePet

Responsibilities

Maintain product quality and safe food handling practices while prioritizing individual safety and reporting any concerns to management

Support operation of freeze dryers, including filling, loading/unloading trays, and sanitizing equipment

Operate equipment (i.e. dishwashers, boxers, taper, and hand trucks) according to proper safety standards

Demonstrate a high degree of ownership for product quality and food safety through maintaining accurate records of QC checks, production reports, and inventory management

Assist the Maintenance team in equipment troubleshooting

Document any inefficiencies in production, identify the root cause behind the issue, and implement corrective action

In-depth knowledge and ability to train employees within all production areas, including tray fill, washroom, packing, and freeze dryers

Ability to lead production rooms and assign tasks to others

Coach and train new hires and team members on room-specific duties and functions

Able to execute production goals for assigned areas with strict adherence to GMP regulations and guidelines

Coach, counsel, and inspire employees not only to meet but also exceed required production goals

Strong communication skills. Provides constructive feedback without shutting down communication among team members

Conduct effective meetings

Develop, audit, and update work instructions and trainings as needed

Able to effectively use and train on Parity Factory

Ensure that all team members are trained on safe procedures when using industrial equipment

Handle conflicts with the assistance of HR while always fostering a positive work environment

Complete other duties as assigned by the Production Manager/Management

Lead day-to-day production activities, ensuring smooth and efficient operations. Average daily work distribution of 70% time on production floor and 30% time completing administrative tasks

Oversee room operations and work alongside line operators to meet daily production volumes and goals

Able to troubleshoot and resolve hurdles to maximize efficiency, quality, and safety

Able to analyze the root cause of inefficiencies or missed targets

Strong attention to detail and ensuring that production meets Spot & Tango’s high-quality standards

Follow food safety guidelines and procedures (SOP’s)

Must understand and follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s)

Participate in ongoing food safety training

Ensure that the workplace is safe and that employees wear proper PPE

Ensure that equipment is functioning properly and adheres to safety standards

Operate equipment as needed such as forklifts, conveyors, etc

Willing and comfortable to hold employees accountable for safety violations

Complete timely documentation for safety-related incidents, both positive and negative

Create and maintain training schedules for personnel. Ensure new hires are properly trained by the trainers

Actively participate in meetings (leading as necessary), to provide valuable insights and constructive feedback

Lead, mentor, and coach the Production Team

Work closely with the Production Manager, Shift Manager, and HR for any employee relation matters

Serve as backup and fill-ins for team members as needed

Monitor the performance of employees within the processing rooms

Inform management when employees are not following policies and/or procedures

Strong written and verbal communication with the Shift Manager and Production Manager to ensure goals are aligned and Management is aware of any shortcomings or areas of opportunity for improvement

Qualification

Food SafetyLean/TPM PrinciplesHACCP KnowledgeLeadershipBasic Equipment TroubleshootingMicrosoft ExcelProcess ImprovementTeam BuildingCommunication SkillsTime Management

Required

High school diploma or equivalent

Basic equipment troubleshooting experience

Able to operate a computer and/or tablet and utilize the basic standard desktop systems (e.g., ERP, MES, Microsoft Excel)

Able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English

Strong leadership abilities with a hands-on, problem-solving approach

Able to work in a fast-paced environment and being able to multitask

Focus and emphasis on process improvement

Capable of ensuring a safe work environment while managing worker safety

Strong attention to detail, well-organized, and time management skills

Familiarity with computer systems such as Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, G-Suite

Working knowledge of Lean/TPM manufacturing principles

Working knowledge of HACCP and GMPs

Experience working with equipment HMIs

Physical Demands: lifting and lowering up to 50 pounds, reaching, standing, walking, stooping, crawling, twisting, repetitive motions, working in high elevations (above 6 feet)

Ability to work with allergens and chemicals that might be present in the food environment

Ability to work in hot (60℉ to 100℉), cold (-20℉ to 60℉), noisy, dusty, and wet environmental working conditions

Wear safety PPE (hard hat, body harness, face shield, steel-toed boots)

Adhere to GMP requirements (hair/beard nets, uniforms, hygiene)