Intake Team lead

3rd shift 9pm to 5am)

Tuesday Saturday Schedule

Starting wage $32.40/hr PLUS a $2/hr shift premium

The Intake Team Lead is responsible for coordinating and assisting in the daily and weekly activities within the Intake area. This position must supervise specific areas of the Conversion Department assess process needs and take appropriate steps to address the needs. This person will lead a team of intake operators and controls while coordinating the incoming milk cream oil etc. While coordinating this process this person will strive to achieve the KPIs set by the Plant Manager in terms of safety quality cost and delivery. The Intake Team Leader must demonstrate leadership ability outstanding social skills clear oral and written communication skills and a strong solid understanding of plant production process policies. This employee must be flexible and able to work extended hours to provide plant coverage whenever vital.

Primary Role and Responsibilities:

• Understands the manufacturing processes and interactions between the different processing functions and recognizes optimization potentials
• Ensure communication with milk suppliers is consistent and accurate when milk receival is delayed
• Coordinate operators according to organizational needs considering specific job requirements individual proficiencies and cost
• Responsible for the Ultrafiltration system including filter changing operation sanitation and period work
• Responsible for CIP Nonfat dry milk process on the 2nd floor
• Complete documentation accurately such as weight slips and bills of lading
• Perform required tests associated with raw materials
• Facilitates the use of reliefs during breaks for the individual processing jobs and act as a relief when vital
• Initiates corrective actions as appropriate and inform Managers of any deviation/variation from production plan quality safety and cost goals
• Ensures the rules of safety product quality hygiene (GMP HACCP and ISO) are followed!
• Identifies training needs of operators and participate in the development of training initiatives (crosstraining)
• Ensures all production data is entered and accurately followed up on
• Ensures the safety of all employees working in or around area of responsibility!
• Addresses and resolves all issues within the area
• Participates in startup and handoff meetings at the start and end of shift
• Ensures all intake equipment as well as facilities are properly cleaned and sanitized daily in accordance with Kraft Heinz Sanitation Procedures and Quality Expectation Standards
• Communicates and resolves shift emergencies when appropriate (i.e. callins safety issues)
• Provides feedback to fellow employees with followup regarding all aspects of the cream cheese process
• Ensures compliance to all plant rules and policies
• Support plant Quality Systems
• Actively participates in the continuous improvement process
• Performs all other duties as assigned

Additional Education/Certification/Skills:

• English Language Skills Able to speak read and write
• Able to pass the State of Wisconsin Bulk Milk Weigher Sampling License
• Able to pass and acquire State of Wisconsin Milk Food and Water Analyst Certification

Qualifications:

• Minimum 4 years in manufacturing environment (preferably in the cheese/dairy industry)
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of cream cheese technology and manufacturing processes
• Solid understanding of continuous improvement and lean manufacturing processes
• Good understanding of manufacturing cost aspects
• Must demonstrate the following leadership proficiencies
• Work towards Results
• Functional/Technical Expertise
• Communication Skills (written and verbal)
• Problem Solving
• Taking initiative
• Inspiring others
• Customer Service
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds per NIOSH lifting equation and apply plant approved safe lifting practices for over 50 pounds
• Ability to work extended hours and extended workweeks to cover the business needs
• Advanced digital literacy with knowledge of various software programs to include: Microsoft Word Excel PowerPoint and others
• Must have demonstrated experience in leading people
• Must adhere to all Kraft policies as stated in the Employee Handbook and follow internal Kraft procedures

Benefits: Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare protection and savingfor the future we offer plans tailored to meet you and your familys needs. Coveragefor benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

Wellbeing: We offer events resources and learning opportunities that inspire aphysical social emotional and financial wellbeing lifestyle for our employees and their families.

Youll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role country region union status and other employment status factors for example:

• Physical Medical Prescription Drug Dental Vision Screenings/Assessments

• Social Paid Time Off Company Holidays Leave of Absence Recognition Training

• Emotional Employee Assistance Program Wellbeing Programs Family Support Programs

• Financial 401kLife Accidental Death & Dismemberment Disability

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Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race color national origin age sex sexual orientation gender gender identity or expression disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contact .