Senior Production Lead Jobs

General information
All posting locations San Diego, California, United States of America
Job Function 06 - Manufacturing
Date Published 14-Mar-2023
Ref # R-67776
Description & Requirements
Schedule 2nd shift 3pm- 11 30pm
Pay Range $21.25-$28/hr
Under minimum supervision- the Senior Production Lead follows instructions from the Production Supervisor to accomplish all tasks for meeting production schedules while complying with safety and QA and USDA regulations. Sets up and operates machinery and completes assigned paperwork and reports.
AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY AND ASSOCIATED DUTIES
Production and Assembly- Packaging

• Reviews BPICs- prints BOM- and keeps product specifications and formulas on hand for reference and ensures compliance for each scheduled product.
• Leads production lines and their daily operations to ensure production goals are met or exceeded and the on-time delivery of products (may be assigned to any production line as needed).
• Serves as backup for Production Supervisor- as necessary.
• Ensures needed ingredients/materials are delivered prior to and during operation runs.
• Participates in daily operations meetings.
• Sets up and operates equipment prior to production to ensure they are functioning properly- may assist Production Supervisor in determining optimum layout of machines to meet production goals.
• Assists assembly/packaging line workers- as assigned or needed.
• Lifts and mixes ingredients and prepares fillings and sauces following BOM- HACCP- SSOPs- GMP- and USDA regulations as assigned (may lift items up to 50 pounds and engage in strenuous mixing of ingredients).

Coordination of Work Assignments

• Assists Production Supervisor in resolving operator assignment issues.
• Manages station breaks/rotation schedules.
• Reviews operator assignments and ensures they are at designated stations on time and ready for work.

Equipment Troubleshooting

• Conducts initial troubleshooting- corrects minor problems- and notifies appropriate personnel of problems cannot correct.
• Assists in resolving any issues involving production (e.g. downtime- staffing- quality- maintenance- safety).

Safety

• Ensures assigned production team(s) are aware of and adhere to the plant’s safety guidelines- policies- Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)- and Maintenance Food Safety Program- promotes a safe work environment and implements safety initiatives as directed.
• Assists in accident investigations and the resolution of issues.

Control Costs

• Recommends measures to improve routine maintenance- production efficiencies- operational effectiveness- equipment performance- and safety in all assigned areas and shifts.
• Recommend measures to improve production efficiencies- operational effectiveness- and equipment performance.
• Completes production runs in a timely manner meeting or exceeding pre-established deadlines to reduce downtime and meet production goals.

Training & Development

• Assigns new operators to experienced operators who are responsible for training personnel on specific equipment and/or machines.

Product Quality

• Follows established reporting procedures- if foreign object is detected in product.
• Stops production line- if necessary to ensure compliance with established guidelines- policies- and procedures.
• Conducts HACCP- metal detector- and quality inspections and completes HACCP- SSOP- and other forms.
• Ensures QA and USDA guidelines- policies- procedures- and standards are met or exceeded by implementing and reinforcing quality initiatives.

Production Reporting

• Ensures daily- weekly- and monthly records are accurately maintained.
• Records detailed downtime information with root cause analysis on appropriate forms.

About Us
The Kraft Heinz Company is one of the largest food and beverage companies in the world, with eight $1 billion+ brands and global sales of approximately $25 billion. We’re a globally trusted producer of high-quality, great-tasting, and nutritious foods for over 150 years. Our brands are truly global, with products produced and marketed in over 40 countries. These beloved products include condiments and sauces, cheese and dairy, meals, meats, refreshment beverages, coffee, infant and nutrition products, and numerous other grocery products in a portfolio of more than 200 legacy and emerging brands.
No matter the brand, we’re united under one vision To sustainably grow by delighting more consumers globally. Bringing this vision to life is our team of 39,000+ food lovers, creative thinkers, and high performers worldwide. Together, we help provide meals to those in need through our global partnership with Rise Against Hunger. We also stand committed to responsible, sustainable practices that extend to every facet of our business, our consumers, and our communities. Every day, we’re transforming the food industry with bold thinking and unprecedented results. If you share our passion – and are ready to create the future, build a legacy, and lead as a global citizen – there’s only one thing to do join our table and let’s make life delicious!
Our Culture of Ownership, Meritocracy and Collaboration
We're not afraid to think differently. Embrace new ideas. Dream big. We empower our people at every level – from entry-level intern to senior leader – to own their work. We share a responsibility to think like Owners – to be mindful of the collective and sustained success of Kraft Heinz – which we apply to every situation, every day.
As part of Kraft Heinz, you're supported to grow and achieve. You’re expected to bring your authentic self to work every day, to lead with humility, and drive outstanding performance at every level – and you’ll be rewarded. You’re given opportunities to leave a mark and build a legacy. But you won’t do it alone. You’re supported by passionate teammates along the way, and our collective, collaborative spirit fuels our incredible progress.