Hampton Farms Springfield , MA 01105
Posted 5 days ago
Production Lead
This position is based at our Hampton Farms location in Springfield, MA.
The Company
Hampton Farms is the leading In-Shell Peanut Company in the US. We are also a leading producer of other types of nuts and nut butters for the retail and commercial markets. You can find our product in most grocery stores and major league baseball stadiums. We distribute under the Hampton Farms brand and are also a leading private label manufacturer.
Job Purpose
The purpose of the Processing Team Lead at Hampton Farms is the manufacture of food products intended for the consumer. This position is a critical part of Hampton Farms food quality, safety, and responsibility for producing our peanut product. The lead must be aware of the risks and responsibility involved regarding proper formula usage, correct product feed rates, peanut flow, container filling, sanitation, quality, machine operations and other aspects of the facility. This position reports to the Production Supervisor.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Verify with production supervisor & Quality Assurance that the correct peanuts and ingredients are being used and records being filled out properly.
Distribute shift paperwork to operators and ensure they understand paperwork, complete it and turn in to proper location/person.
Assist production supervisor in monitoring operators and personnel with attendance, breaks, behavior, and taking immediate action on safety when necessary
Communicate & carry out any work instructions to operators/employees from production supervisor on other team members when instructed/advised.
Able to fill any department position that falls below them, either for breaks or a full shift.
Able to train and help production supervisor assist the progress of new operators in all their job functions; this includes being able to explain skills in multiple ways including hands on training.
Monitor, instruct, and correct the first in first out stock rotation as necessary.
Able to learn how to work with high and low PH chemicals such as alpet and Alkaline cleaners for cleaning every other
This position will have full responsibility over an entire Production area
Maintain a clean and sanitary work area during the shift.
Help fellow employees in other areas when needed.
Perform any other work assigned or complete any other forms & reports assigned.
Education and/or Experience
High School diploma or equivalent (GED)
Experience with food manufacturing Principles and implementation.
At least 1 year experience in a manufacturing/production leadership role
Must be able to work well both independently and collaboratively.
Ability to clearly present recommendations/ideas and to summarize issues.
Ability to appropriately handle confidential material.
Ability to multitask.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Work Environment
Physical Demands
Continuous standing in one location for long periods (2-3 hours before break)
Lifting: Intermediate lifting up to 55 lbs for up to half your shift (up to 4 hours)
Climbing: ladders, stairs, etc. -using feet and legs or hands and arms 1/3 of the time
Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist
Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending legs and spine
Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction
Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with hand or hands
Competencies
Analytical
Continuous Learning
Job Knowledge
Use of Technology
Problem Solving
Project Management
Adaptability
Dependability
Quality
Communications
Reasoning Ability
Exceptional Interpersonal skills
Team player
Treats everyone with respect and dignity
Benefits
Health Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability
Vision
Dental
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Employee Assistance (EAP)
Employee Referral Program
Tuition Assistance (TAP)
Teladoc
401K Match
Paid Vacation and Personal Days
Paid Holidays
Bereavement Leave
Military Leave
School Leave
Jury Duty Leave
Core Values "Equip"
Environment
Quality
Understanding
Integrity
People
Application Process
EOE - Equal Opportunity Employer
For Additional Information Visit: www.hamptonfarms.com
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