Production Shift Leader-Floater - fgf brands

Production Shift Leader - Floater

To become the world’s greatest baker, we need the world’s greatest team members

Reporting to the Operations Leader and Site Leader, as the Shift Leader you will provide hands-on leadership on a production shift within the plant to ensure that production schedules are met safely and on time, while continually reducing costs and increasing overall efficiencies; all within a fast paced (Just in Time) food manufacturing environment.  

What FGF Offers: 

• FGF believes in Home Grown Talent, accelerated career growth with leadership training, unleashing your potential 
• Competitive Compensation, Health & Welfare Benefits including Vision & Dental and flexible options at competitive premiums 
• 401k matching program
• Discount program - Restaurants, gyms, shopping, etc.
• Tuition reimbursement

 
Primary Responsibilities 

• Understands and fulfills the duties of a leader of the following programs within the production area: Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s), All food safety programs, All health & safety programs, All FGF policies, programs or procedures. 
• Leads by example and fosters an environment of mutual respect and team work among Team Members. 
• Assists with trouble shooting on all production related equipment (must have basic understanding of all equipment)  
• Responsible for leading all production Line Leaders and Team Leaders in addition to all crews on a shift. 
• Responsible to prioritize activities of the supporting teams when required (maintenance, sanitation, shipping, quality and engineering). 
• Ensures production schedules are met. 
• Follow-ups and deals with any problems that may occur. 
• Co-ordinates the various department schedules, products and manpower to ensure that the production in the plant runs smoothly. 
• Checks to ensure that proper methods and procedures are being used and that quality, safety, environment standards are met. 
• Provides assistance in scheduling, resolving production and manpower problems. 
• Provides orientation and training as required to ensure an effective and efficient work force. 
• Ensures a safe working environment is maintained at all times by enforcing Company Standards and regular inspections. 
• Assists in all testing of new equipment, methods and or products, as well as trouble shoots processes and equipment. 
• Utilizes OMS system & SCADA System (when available) to meet production targets and follows Quality Control procedures at all times. 
• Completes daily reports on KPI’s. 
• Works with Sanitation, Quality, Shipping and Maintenance teams to coordinate required activities. 
• Ensures Product Quality and Product safety is being followed. 
• Follows up with Line Leaders /Team Leads to ensure output targets are being met. 
• Responsible for the management and updating of Skills Matrix for their respective shift. 
• Ensures an updated Job / Break rotation schedule is created and available to the leadership team. 
• Provides Support to the leadership team in dealing with performance / behavioral concerns with TM’s on shift.  
• Completes Performance Feedback Process for TM’s on Shift (working with TL’s, LL’s to gain accurate information). 
• Updates and provides Daily Huddle Sheets for leaders before shift start. 
• Works with Shipping TLs to address any concerns with material management. 
• Answers calls on radio (cellphones, if applicable) from various departments. 
• Responsible for scheduling correct amount of TM’s based on standard crew profiles. 
• Creates Weekly Schedule Spreadsheet for shift. 
• Creates daily T&A schedules for Shift. 
• Clears exceptions in T&A. 
• Ensures all TM’s are assigned to correct line. 
• Tracks the Late /Absence of TM’s (absence tracker). 
• PICKS and OPENS WAVES. 
• Monitors LOT CONTROL & REFILL BIN Activity. 
• Monitors inventory activity (finished goods or materials). 
• IN A TIMELY MANNER - Stages materials to continue scanning FG in packaging. 
• Supports LL in updating Shift Report when required. 
• Must be willing to work a floating schedule: this includes working across the FGF US network, as well as working a variety of shift schedules including weekends and nights. Must be willing to travel for extended assignments.

Required Experience 

• Minimum 3-4 years’ experience working in a manufacturing environment Must be a demonstrated leader who interacts with others and is adept at leading/motivating a team to meet schedule demands   
• Must have excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication skills, along with simple mathematical abilities  
• Ability to manage difficult people (conflict resolution, team engagement, collaboration)  
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision   
• Flexible to work days, afternoons, nights & weekends if needed  
• Working knowledge of GMP's, HACCP & O.H.S.A required  
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)  
• Post-secondary education an asset  

What is the recipe for a great career at FGF? 

Working at FGF Brands, there is never a dull moment! FGF is a leading North American bakery company with facilities across the USA and Canada with a specialized focus across all key bakery categories, including naan, muffins, croissants, donuts, cakes, artisan breads and flatbreads.  

As an innovative company that is continually growing there is always challenging yet rewarding work to be a part of. We have an entrepreneurial spirit that encourages all our Team Members to use their own creativity and out-of-the-box thinking to come up with solutions and new ideas.  

Disclaimer:The above describes the general responsibilities, required knowledge and skills.  Please keep in mind that other duties may be added, or this description may be amended at any time. 

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