Utz Brands, Inc. · 2 weeks ago
Packaging Machine Operator Lead - 2nd Shift
Utz Brands, Inc. is looking to grow their team and seeking a Packaging Machine Operator Lead to join their manufacturing professionals in Goodyear, AZ. The role involves supporting production efforts, ensuring quality and safety standards, and overseeing training for new hires and associates within the plant.
Food and BeverageFood ProcessingManufacturingSnack Food
Responsibilities
Acts as a point of contact for matters regarding Safety. Monitors compliance with established Company Safety policies and procedures. Reports issues regarding Safety to the appropriate individual(s) immediately upon identification
Provides/oversees training of all new hires and/or associates transferring to new positions within the Plant; provides feedback to Supervisor on training progress and requests additional training resources if needed. Recommends Associate for Qualification when appropriate
Assists in coordinating assigned operations on shift to ensure standards are attained and resources are used in an efficient manner
Monitors operations regularly to ensure efficiency/productivity; keeps Supervisors advised of all matters affecting production; recommends methods and procedures designed to eliminate operational problems when appropriate
Update and maintain efficiency boards on plant floor; seeks resources when appropriate
Alerts Supervisor to observed maintenance needs, especially those involving Associate Safety
Monitors plant/area housekeeping and quality standards and directs efforts to resolve unsatisfactory compliance to either
Assists Supervisors with transitioning to the next shift
Responsible to give breaks to all other operators
Must be familiar with baggers, labelers and palletizing equipment
Must be able to operate a forklift
Participates in Company-sponsored activities, committees and meetings such as safety and audits
Qualification
Required
1-3 years experience in a manufacturing environment or equivalent experience, preferably in food manufacturing
Knowledge of manufacturing and production positions in order to ensure appropriate training and meet back-up objectives
Must be self-motivated
Ability to respond to changes quickly and pay close attention to detail
Knowledge of safety, quality and housekeeping standards
Ability to train, coach and mentor
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem solving skills
Significant experience in a deadline driven environment (i.e., production deadlines, shipping deadlines, customer response deadlines)
Strong conflict resolution and planning/organizing skills
Must be familiar with baggers, labelers and palletizing equipment
Must be able to operate a forklift
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision plans
Employer match 401k
Profit sharing plan
Employee stock purchase plan
Company
Utz Brands, Inc.
Utz Brands, Inc.
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$28M2022-05-09Post Ipo Equity· $28M
2020-08-31IPO
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