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$25/hr–$30/hr
Full-time
high school
PTO Package, Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Time Off, Pay It Forward Time Off, 13 Paid Holidays
Posted 20d ago
Apply by Sep 1
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Oversee the start-up, shutdown, and operation of packaging and process equipment to ensure high-quality production targets are met. Lead the manufacturing team by managing training, accountability, and cross-functional communication while ensuring safety and food safety standards.
Requirements
Requires at least two years of manufacturing experience, preferably in food production, and prior leadership experience. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and the physical ability to work in a plant environment, including lifting up to 50 pounds.
Full job description
OVERVIEW
Perfetti Van Melle (makers of Mentos, Airheads, Dentyne, Trident and Bubblicious!) is one of the world's largest manufacturers and distributors of confectionery and chewing gum with global brands that are being enjoyed in more than 150 countries worldwide. We’re currently seeking an enthusiastic Production Team Lead to join our growing team.
Shift: AWS Nigjht Shift 5:30pm - 6am
12 Hour Continental – Rotating schedule for entire year - Work HALF the YEAR!
Sun Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri Sat Week 1 OFF ON ON OFF OFF ON ON Week 2 ON OFF OFF ON ON OFF OFF
WHAT YOU WILL DO
s a key member of our manufacturing team, the Production Team Lead performs all functions associated with the start-up, shutdown, lockout, sanitation, and operations of the packaging and/or process equipment to produce a high quality product that meets or exceeds targets for cost and quality. This role will be responsible for day to day plant activities working in a team environment that promotes safety, food safety, and clear communication. Additional Responsibilities include:
Holds others accountable for following standards and delivering on commitments. Follow escalation process when applicable.
Assesses or determines a training need for an area. Leads effort to plan and complete training.
Assess work standards, make standards available, hold teams to meet standard
Engage proactively with cross functional support team, leaders, and floor operators. Coaches/Trains others to do the same.
Prepares written materials and delivers oral presentations using visual aids, delivering a concise message to a wide variety of audiences. Comfortable escalating to high level leaders.
Analyze data. Trains others on DMAIC problem solving methods.
Leads decision-making processes using data and principles to make a difficult organization or technical decision involving the right people at the right level.
Recognize when company resources/information are needed. Locate company resources, evaluate, and use effectively. Coach others to do the same. Create or update resources/information when needed.
Manage conflict between team members. Recognizes and resolves non-technical issues that are occurring within the Team. Involve HR when necessary.
Required knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Teams. SharePoint, SAP, Paycor, Smartsheet, Power BI
Demonstrate knowledge of HR practices. Delivers feedback in a professional and positive manner. Adapt your leadership style to work situations. Provides insight pertaining to employee evaluations
WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU
Two years experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably a food environment. Prior leadership experience preferred.
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
workforce.
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to work overtime hours, above your normal schedule, to meet customer’s demands.
Strong troubleshooting and problem analysis skills.
Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)- Safety Shoes, Safety Glasses, Hearing Protection, Uniform, Hairnet, Beard net, and Mask when required.
Occasionally exposed to dusty conditions due to the handling of bulk products. The employee must be able to wear and use breathing protection devices as required while working in these conditions.
Ability to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms.
Ability to occasionally sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl.
Ability to talk, hear, and smell.
Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally push/pull 350-pound carts with wheels.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision.
Employees must be flexible in learning and working in other job functions to ensure a competent, trained
WHAT WE OFFER
At Perfetti Van Melle, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, where all individuals, regardless of background or identity, are valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives to the sweet success of our candy-loving community. Additionally, we have a core value of Care For Our People and we are proud to offer benefit programs that support our team members' goals and well-being including: • PTO package including vacation, sick, personal, and pay it forward time off • 13 paid holidays • 401k with Company Match up to 8%, ranking in the top 1% of the country • Annual Bonus potential and merit-based increases • Comprehensive Health Insurance • Annual well-being subsidy • 20 weeks Maternity & 12 weeks Paternity leave options • Sam's Club or Costco annual membership reimbursement • Tuition-Free College Program or Free Continued Education (BA, Masters, etc.) • Modest monthly candy allotment (Airheads, Airheads Xtremes, and Mentos)
The anticipated target range for this role is: $25 - $30 per hour.
Perfetti Van Melle considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary.
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Perfetti Van Melle, USA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Perfetti Van Melle is a privately owned company, producing and distributing candies and chewing gums in more than 150 countries worldwide.
Employing over 17.000 people and operating 37 companies throughout the world, Perfetti Van Melle has a true global reach: it is present in the Asia Pacific Region, Europe, Middle East, Africa and the Americas
The industrial adventure of Perfetti Van Melle began many years ago, but it was in March 2001 that the current Group was set up through the merger of Perfetti Spa and Van Melle N.V. In July 2006 the Group acquired the Spanish company Chupa Chups S.A., famous all over the world for its lollypops.
Our brands convey the passion we have for our products. We continuously explore new ways of doing things and innovative ideas that will inspire and delight our consumers worldwide. Our global brands Mentos, Chupa Chups, Alpenliebe gratify, refresh, inspire consumers of all ages around the globe. Other brands are extremely popular in regional markets with innovative tastes that match local preferences.
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