Job Description

Imagine...working for a company that knows that its people are the key to its success in the marketplace. A company in which achieving extraordinary results and having a stimulating work experience are part of the same process.

We cultivate and embrace a diverse employee population. We recognize that people with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives fuel our growth and enrich our global culture.

We are looking for an individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced, team oriented environment, likes to be challenged, and values the opportunity to make a difference.

Job Summary

Direct the activities of processing and packaging departments in a safe and efficient manner for the desired quality, quantity and timely production of product.

3rd shift hours will be 10:00pm-6:00am

Essential Job Duties

• Supervising, scheduling and coordinating activities of associates on shift
• Meeting established deadlines and objectives for shift
• Maintain employee relations and adhere to company policies, taking disciplinary action when necessary
• Maintain company standards for GMP’s.
• Observe all safety practices and maintain a safe working environment.
• Coach, mentor, recruit and motivate subordinates.
• Maintains good employee relations and adheres to company policies taking proper and judicious disciplinary measures when required.
• Complete documentation and production reporting in an accurate and timely manner.
• Communicate with lead operators, warehouse personnel, managers and other shift supervisors on a regular basis.
• Project work as directed
• Interview, select orientate and train associates.
• Complete payroll time and research pay issues as needed.
• Complete evaluations in a fair. Consistent and timely manner.
• Motivate and lead team in a progressive manner with strong emphasis on continuous improvement.
• Leader for shift sensory evaluation process.
• Floor leader for plant continuous improvement efforts
• Achieve goal level performances for key performance metrics
• Shift leader for 5S program and program compliance.

Scope of Responsibility

• Supervises both packaging and processing departments and is an independent decision maker.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Supervisory Responsibility

Packers, Machine Operators, Cooks, Urschel Tech’s and Break Relief. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the Lance policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Supervision Received

Works independently under general instructions; expected to determine how to accomplish the work assignment.

Knowledge and Skill Requirements

• Language Skills: Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, employees and vendors. No foreign language skill required.
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Database software; Internet software; Spreadsheet software, Word Processing software.

Education and Experience

BS/BA degree preferred, bilingual a plus, 3-5 years supervisory experience in manufacturing environment. Strong communications, computer analytical and interpersonal skills.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit, walk, lift, push, pull, and stand. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Weekend work as required, off shift coverage as needed.

Work Environment

The noise level in the work environment is quiet in the office areas but loud and hearing protection is required in the plant.

Travel Required

Must be able to travel 0 – 5% of the time

ACR

The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by law.

In that regard, U.S. applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.