Location: Wichita, KS
Schedule: Monday - Thursday. 6:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Friday. 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Job Purpose
Assisting the Production Supervisor in ensuring quality packaged units are processed through the department in a timely manner and that team members are working in a safe, productive, cost-effective environment.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Adheres to company polices and presents a professional, positive attitude at all times.
- Lead by example in presenting a professional, courteous image always while at work or representing BG Products, Inc. off site.
- Respond in a timely manner to employee’s questions on procedures and production.
- Advise Production Supervisor of any behavior or production issues within the department and works towards a resolution of the issues.
- Provide constructive input to Production Supervisor with regards to performance reviews and corrective action.
- Accurately prepare shift for startup.
- Report equipment problems and submit maintenance work orders for repairs as soon as a problem is identified.
- Conduct training in different areas as requested by the Production Supervisor.
- Ensure all trainees are comfortable with their tasks before leaving them on their own, checking back frequently to ensure success.
- Assign duties to employees within the department during the shift based on production requirements.
- Assist employees with production tasks; Willingly helps other team members/departments.
- Monitor process flow within the department and resolve any issues or roadblocks.
- Ensure all products leaving the department meet quality and quantity standards.
- Communicate frequently and effectively with other employees and the Production Supervisor throughout the shift regarding production and quality issues.
- Lead by example following safety rules and procedures and wears personal protective equipment when required; safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves etc.; Ensures proper safety equipment is available; Ensures all employees are wearing the proper PPE.
- Report unsafe conditions, equipment or practices to the Production Supervisor. Working with the Production Supervisor to bring resolution to the issue.
- Reports all accidents and/or injuries to the Production Supervisor and EHS immediately, no matter the severity.
- Arrive at work 15-30 min before the start of the shift; Maintain an acceptable attendance record.
- Demonstrate understanding of duties and responsibilities of current job.
- Exhibit willingness to suggest and try alternate procedures and implement ideas that will enhance productivity and quality.
- Assist and direct cleaning and organization of the work area to create and maintain a clean and safe work environment.
- Complete all assignments in a timely manner.
- Attend training classes as recommended by Supervisor.
- Will work overtime as needed.
- Must follow strict safety rules.
- Other duties as needed or assigned.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Valid driver’s license strongly preferred.
- Minimum of one (1) year as a Machine Operator with BG or similar manufacturing/ production experience strongly preferred.
- Minimum of one (1) year leadership experience preferred.
- Leads are eligible to be promoted to MO1, MO2, KO1, KO2 if they meet all requirements listed in the job description.
