Production Lead-Grave

High school diploma or equivalent.
Must be able to pass Better Process Control School course pertaining to FDA regulations applying to low acid and acidified foods within 30 days of hire.
Good knowledge of GMP regulations.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Excellent project management skills.
Proficient with computer systems and the ability to use programs including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, modeling, graphics, and presentation software.

Support the day-to-day Production activities under the direction of the Production Supervisor, ensuring compliance with established and approved policies and procedures.
Lead Production employees in the manufacture and packaging of products.
Provide leadership for employees through effective communications, coaching, and training and development.
Ensure appropriate staffing levels based on production needs. Assist with the creation and maintenance of the weekly production schedule.
Effectively use labor, materials, and support services to meet quality standards, production schedules and profit plans.
Provide technical guidance for Production Operators, including troubleshooting.
Provide Production metrics as requested.
Promote and participate on Continuous Improvement Teams (CIT).
Lead by example by promoting good manufacturing principles.
Ensure compliance with company standards for cost control, waste reduction, quality, OSHA, safety, and complete and on-time delivery at the lowest possible cost.
Ensure compliance with GMP, QSR/ISO, FDA, OSHA, and all other regulatory requirements, in accordance with company policy.
Regular attendance.
Other duties as assigned.

Experience in a FDA manufacturing facility preferred.
Supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
Experience with materials and inventory management, production scheduling, and preventive maintenance preferred.
Process manufacturing experience preferred.
Knowledge of lean manufacturing techniques preferred.