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Salm Partners, LLC · 2 hours ago

12-Hour Blending Team Lead

Denmark, WI

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry, Mid Level

0+ years exp

Salm Partners, LLC is a leading manufacturer of premium, ready-to-eat link sausages and hot dogs. They are seeking a 12-Hour Blending Team Lead to oversee blending department activities, ensuring safe and efficient preparation of raw meat products while complying with safety and quality standards.

AgricultureFood and BeverageManufacturing

No H1B

Responsibilities

Oversee the set up and operation of the blending room equipment and processes to meet the blending schedule

Adjust the Blender Operator work schedules as exceptions arise to ensure production needs are met; works with Shift Facilitators to ensure adequate helper coverage is available as needed

Review and monitor all paperwork generated and completed by Blending Operators, including batch sheets, rework usage log, etc

Create LPNs for meat received

Plan and schedule regrind usage from Case Pack, controlling inventory and ensuring regrind quantities are within the specifications identified within the operational parameters by product

Oversee blending production; monitor the blend during the mixing process; conduct process checks to verify the blend consistency for stuffing, and assist with weighing spices and performing blending operator duties as needed

Complete the daily production report, tracking and reporting staffing, down time and blends completed

Review and update Standard Operating Procedures; ensure they accurately represent the process in place and are being followed

Monitor the production process flow and make suggestions for throughput improvements; complete continuous improvement projects as assigned

Participate in test product planning meetings prior to and after the test runs

Communicate major production issues and concerns to the Plant Manager; relay concerns with regard to equipment performance, product quality, safety and food safety in a timely manner

Promote a positive and supportive work environment

Assist with and ensure sanitation duties are completed as required, and perform more extensive sanitation tasks as assigned on Master Sanitation days

Follow and ensure compliance with all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) as required

Follow and ensure compliance with established equipment Lockout/Tagout procedures

Follow and ensure compliance with all safety rules and regulations per established company policies

Qualification

Blending production oversightComputer proficiencyMathematical skillsLeadership experienceProblem solvingInterpersonal communicationAttention to detail

Required

Minimum of 6 months experience as a Blending Operator

Strong computer proficiency

Ability to work with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail

Excellent problem solving skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing environmental conditions

Strong math skills

Effective interpersonal communication skills

Strong verbal and written skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as product information, process instructions, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals