Production Lead Hand

Position: Production Lead Hand

Position Reports To: Production Supervisor

Position Overview:

The Production Lead Hand is required to organize and manage employees and raw materials for the safe and efficient operation of the production line. Responsible for maintaining prescribed quantity and quality of product produced to customer specifications. Other responsibilities include material handling from cooler to production line (walking, lifting, bending and unwrapping), machine operation, including troubleshooting basic machine performance, making adjustments and calling for additional resources as required.

• Quality Orientation
• Time Management
• Problem Solving
• Accountability and Dependability
• Operating Equipment
• Planning and Organizing
• Mathematical Reasoning & critical thinking
• Team Work

Core Values:

Demonstrate and uphold The Lamb Company Core Values in interactions with internal and external partners:

• ENGAGEMENT - Displays enthusiasm for job duties and participates in the attainment and advancement of organizational goals and interests
• INNOVATION - Displays the ability to think outside the box in order to develop creative and new solutions or products that meets current and future needs
• PROFESSIONALISM - Displays the behaviors and competencies that are expected of the position and the organization
• RESPECT - Displays an appreciation of different opinions, roles, experiences and backgrounds, follows the chain of command

• Use motorized walkie to transport raw materials from the cooler/freezer locations into the production rooms
• Support team members daily activities which may include bending/lifting materials from pallet at floor level to table at waist level, de-boxing and unwrapping meat to set up the line for production 
• Operate motorized equipment in a safe manner  
• Follow operating instructions and SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures); troubleshooting/support request from maintenance as needed
• Produce products as per customer specifications and defined controls from FSQA (Food Safety Quality Assurance)
• Fulfill customer orders based on defined operational performance indicators
• Ensure general housekeeping throughout assigned work area
• Assist in training, cross training, including health and safety, and quality awareness
• Adhere to all workplace safety policies, procedures, compliance and regulations
• Use all required PPE (personal protective equipment) safety equipment (e.g. Steel-toed safety boots, safety glasses / goggles, hearing protection, face masks, gloves, etc.)
• Communicate production requirements to line workers and inform Supervisor if concerns arise

• High School Education or GED
• 3+ years' experience in the food and/or meat processing industry
• butchery experience would be considered an asset
• Experience with meat cutting, forming or packaging machinery
• 2+ years front line leadership experience managing a team
• Able to communicate clearly and deal with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and maintain a professional work environment at all times
• Knowledge of GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices), preferably in a food/pharma/CPG manufacturing facility
• Punctual, with a strong work ethic, and a positive attitude
• Organized self-starter with proven ability to co-ordinate production lines and effectively follow up on multiple activities to meet all deadlines
• Think safety, work safely; responsible for safety of self and others in a fast paced production environment
• Ability to work independently in a busy environment
• Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal communication skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment
• Working proficiency in basic software; such as labeling machines and emails
• Able to work effectively with ever changing production demands
• Strong attention to detail

• Physical ability to lift up to 25 KGs
• Motorized walkie license and ability to operate and transport raw materials from the cooler to the production line
• Work is performed in a combination of environments, including meat production room in temperatures of -1 to +4 degrees Celsius
• Constant standing, frequent walking, limited stair climbing
• Repetitive tasks within a fast-paced environment
• Use of approved safety equipment is required (e.g. steel-toed safety boots, safety glasses/goggles, hearing protection, etc.)
• Overtime as required to meet operational demands

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Only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.

The Lamb Company is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state or local law.

The Lamb Company is committed to providing an accessible and barrier-free environment. Accommodations are available on request for candidates throughout the selection process. Please contact Human Resources if accommodation is required.