Lead Material Handler - 3rd Shift

About the role

This is a working lead position in a bakery and manufacturing environment, responsible for assisting the supervisor in overseeing the production workforce to maximize production yields. The role provides direction on operations, quality initiatives, food safety and equipment, and may lead up to 8 associates. It requires expertise in material handling equipment and hands-on support for team members.

Key responsibilities

• Assist the supervisor in monitoring material handling metrics and making improvements or adjustments.
• Create production line schedules and direct the workflow of assigned lines and colleagues' activities.
• Monitor colleagues during material handling to ensure adherence to safety and food safety procedures.
• Train new material handlers on powered industrial vehicles and ensure they operate equipment correctly and safely.
• Ensure compliance with FDA, USDA and BRC requirements, investigate and document compliance issues, and report findings to management.
• Work with the supervisor on company rules, policies and procedures, and promote a safe and fair workplace.
• Facilitate team meetings, give feedback on colleague performance and morale, and collaborate with Human Resources on development and performance management.
• Complete performance appraisals for assigned colleagues and support quality and continuous improvement initiatives.

Required profile

• Prior experience in manufacturing, operations, packaging or distribution, or a related industry.
• Ability to mentor and train others; evidence of mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong organizational skills, multitasking and prioritization abilities.
• Must be certified to backfill the required position supported by Inkling completion.
• Must complete all identified leadership training modules within 1 year of accepting the position.
• Preferred: previous experience supervising teams, coaching and ensuring regulatory compliance, and experience operating powered industrial vehicles.

Required skills

• Knowledge of GMPs, HACCP, FDA, USDA and OSHA requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Word and Excel.
• Ability to use Inkling, Oracle and other software platforms as required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with colleagues and temporary workers.

Working conditions include continuous standing, lifting and moving heavy loads (up to 50 pounds), exposure to bakery and manufacturing conditions such as temperature and noise, and possible weekend, holiday and off-site work. The company is an equal opportunity employer and participates in E-Verify.