Production Lead

Company: Reser's Fine Foods
Location: Topeka
Posted on: April 22, 2024

Job Description:

General Summary: Coordinates production line operations at a food manufacturing plant.Benefits and Culture We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to help employees live a healthier life, build rewarding careers and save for the future. Reser's offers choices whenever possible, because we recognize the diverse and ever changing needs of our employees. Full-time employee benefits include medical, dental, vision, AD&D, life, 401(k) with discretionary match, wellness programs, paid time off, company paid holidays and a variety of voluntary benefit options.We strive to be your Employer of Choice. As one of our five cornerstones, this means that we go all-out to create an environment that shows we are committed to investing in employee growth and creating a culture of belonging where employees want to build a lasting career.Visit our website to learn more about our competitive benefit programs - https://www.resers.com/careers/#benefitsPrincipal Duties and Responsibilities1. Confirms products are manufactured according to company specifications.2. Observes and monitors production lines and equipment to ensure safe operation.3. Maintains employee communication and control of production activities.4. Demonstrates leadership, gives direction and guidance to frontline production staff on work activities.5. Motivates staff to increase or maintain efficient production levels.6. Communicates and reports to management when there is variance from regular production activities.7. Organizes and maintains departmental housekeeping.8. Follows company safety guidelines and Good Manufacturing Practices.9. May participate in interview processes and provide input to the hiring manager.10. Provides feedback to leadership team on employee performance, readiness for advancement, or areas of deficiency that needs to be addressed.11. May attend and participate in supervisory meetings.12. Regular attendance and punctuality is required due to working with people, items and equipment that are at the facility.Job Specifications1. 2-5 years Food Manufacturing experience is required.2. English/Spanish bilingual is a plus.3. Forklift experience is a plus.Working Conditions1. Refrigerated food manufacturing plant.2. The environment may be wet or dry and temperatures may range from 25--F to 110--F.3. Repetitive lifting, kneeling, and bending with packages in excess of 40 lbs.4. Requires walking and standing for long periods of time.5. Production demands may require overtime and/or evening or weekend scheduling.Recipe for SuccessReser's is the leading provider of fresh refrigerated deli salads, side dishes, and prepared foods for the supermarket, club store, and food service industries. Family owned and operated, Reser's has been a proud sponsor of good times at racetracks, picnics, BBQs, music festivals, and affordable family meals since 1950. Reser's family of brands include Reser's American Classics, Main St Bistro, Stonemill Kitchens, and more. With more than 4,500 employees, Reser's operates 14 facilities in the US, Mexico, and Canada and actively supports the communities it serves.

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