Job Description

Description

PURPOSE: Train and develop the extrusion department to understand, meet and/or exceed production standards.

JOB DUTIES:

• Train production floor associates to safely and effectively operate extrusion equipment.
• Able to learn the extrusion equipment functionalities and train others based on acquired knowledge.
• Able to troubleshoot equipment issues and train operators in situational circumstances using cause and effect.
• Able to understand and run the production equipment consistently while meeting or exceeding quality standards.
• Collaborate with the Manager to identify company training needs.
• Understand the importance of safety, quality, productivity, scrap goals and machine standards.
• Schedule meaningful training sessions/workshops.
• Plan and implement an effective training curriculum.
• Able to understand production schedule and Work Order process
• Prepare hard copy training materials such as module summaries, videos, SOP’s and presentations.
• Able to communicate with maintenance daily and report any mechanical or unsafe issues.
• Work in a team environment and in a professional manner when working with other associates and/or vendors.
• Evaluate associate performance and review learnings.
• Conceptualize training materials based on data and research.
• Attending Company meetings.
• Good overall knowledge of the day-to-day tasks involved in keeping the conversion department operational.
• Work flexible schedules (Including nights and weekend shifts as needed)

Qualifications

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE/EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent and/or 5 years’ experience
• Proficient computer skills
• Bilingual English – Spanish is a plus
• Basic mathematics
• Ability to read tape measure
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), American Institute of Baking (AIB) principles, and FSSC 22000.
• Ability to create job aides and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP). Follow up with associates post training and provide feedback for Continuous Improvement.
• Experience with technologies and best practice methods for instructional manuals and teaching platforms.
• Knowledge in 6/S and SQF.
• Rosmiman System: to add detailed work for maintenance to address equipment breakdown as well as to train the associates on adding and following on the work orders.

ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Ability to lift 50 pounds continuously
• Ability to stand for long periods on hard surfaces
• Ability to perform in an environment that is not climate-controlled

DISCLAIMER:

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification and may be changed at any time with or without notice. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.